Daily Conditioning Treatment Top
Generic Name: SUNSCREENS - TOPICAL
Daily Conditioning Treatment Top Overdose
This product may be harmful if swallowed. If swallowing is
suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room
immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at
1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control
center.
Daily Conditioning Treatment Top Missed Dose
Apply sunscreens generously and often when
outdoors.
Daily Conditioning Treatment Top Notes
The sun produces two types of ultraviolet (UV) radiation,
UVA and UVB. UVA radiation causes skin damage, premature aging, and skin
reactions to medications, soaps, cosmetics, and other chemicals. UVB radiation
causes sunburn. Both UVA and UVB radiation increase your risk of skin cancer.
Most sunscreens protect against UVB radiation, but you should use a sunscreen
with both UVA and UVB protection (broad-spectrum coverage). Products that
protect against UVA include ingredients such as avobenzone, octocrylene,
titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and benzophenones such as oxybenzone. Ask your
doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about selecting a
product.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a rating that tells how
much protection a product provides against sunburn. The higher the number, the
greater the protection. An SPF of at least 15 is recommended. Products with SPF
30 provide high protection against sunburn. The FDA states that products with
SPF above 30 provide a benefit that is not much greater than SPF 30
products.
Water-resistant products provide protection for up to 40
minutes of water activity or sweating. Very water-resistant products protect
for up to 80 minutes. Reapply sunscreen as often as necessary.
Remember that water, sand, and snow reflect the sun. You
should protect yourself with sunscreen when in these surroundings. Apply
sunscreen even on cloudy days because the sun's radiation is still present. In
addition to sunscreen, wear protective clothing (e.g., hat, long sleeves/pants,
sunglasses) when outdoors, and stay in the shade when possible. Avoid prolonged
sun exposure, especially between 10 AM to 4 PM when the sun's radiation is
strongest.
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