After being locked up all winter with the cold and spring with the rain, we look forward to those long summer days, lazy, sun-kissed. But if you're not ready to protect against sunburn and insect bites, you'll find something in May summer to avoid rather than enjoy.
Sunlight produces ultraviolet rays that can lead to cancer and damage to eyes. In fact, in 2002, the National Institutes of Health said UV radiation to the list of carcinogenic substances identified in America. People who work outside, babies, the elderly and those with fair skin and light eyes are more at risk of skin cancer.
Another hazard of summer is biting insects. Mosquitoes, ants, spiders, bees and fleas are especially odious - and they are everywhere. Their bites can cause symptoms ranging from swelling, pain and itching to life-threatening allergic reactions.
To protect yourself from these dangers, follow the ABCs of skin care in summer
* Avoid the sun, especially 10-4, when the sun is at its zenith. Take your daily walk in the morning or afternoon. Many insects breed in water, so stay away from standing water and wet grass.
* The light of sun block with a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher. Apply sunscreen half an hour before going out and reapply every two hours.
* Cover up. Carry equipment, tightly woven clothing that meet your wrists and ankles with UV protection sunglasses and hats to 4 inches of edges cover the eyes, ears, scalp and neck. Insects are attracted to bright colors and strong perfumes, so dress in a neutral and go easy on fragrances.
* You defend. Use a spray to repel insects. One to try is Hamba Suka Natural Insect Repellent, the product line Molo Africa, an all-spray oils containing high quality essential. It is a natural product to 100 percent that repels insects such as ants, fleas, mosquitoes and flies. The spray contains no poisonous or harmful chemicals.
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