Beauty Brainstorm Blog

Just like the Myth Busters, as we continue our Summer myth busting; here are three more that need to be vetted out;

Myth:  If I wear a sunscreen it will prevent me from getting my necessary Vitamin D from the sun. 

Truth: According to US News and World Report , Vitamin D is very important in preventing many diseases, including heart disease.  They quoted research published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, that stated those with a lower levels of Vitamin D have double the risk of dying from heart disease.  So does sunscreen actually prevent the production of Vitamin D in the sun?  Yes!  According to the NY Times , a study showed that the use of Sunscreen, actually blocked the suns UV rays and interfered with the production of Vitamin D.  So does that mean Sunscreens are bad?  No!  The study went on to say that while it does hamper ultraviolet rays production, it is not enough to cause a deficiency.  So use a quality sunscreen  but control your time in the sun and stay protected.

Myth:  I used to bake in the sun, the damage is already done. 

Truth: There used to be a notion that UV Exposure damaged occurred before age 18, but according to the Skin Care Foundation, 47% of UV exposure occurs between ages 19-40.  So not only can you help stop the damage by the sun, by using sunscreen NOW, you may be able to lessen the effects of past sun by doing so. 

Myth:  My hair protects my head from the sun and skin cancer. 

Truth:  While clearly having hair vs. no hair does provide some additional barriers to the sun, they offer a less than fool proof shield.  Additionally if you have a part in your hair, the exposed skin is just as susceptible as any other exposed skin on your body.  There are some SPF hair sprays , none are as protective as a good hat.  The hat should be tightly woven with a brim that’s at least 3 inches wide

Have fun the remainder of the summer and remember to protect your skin!

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