By now almost everyone is very aware of how bad smoking is; that it’s a major cause of cancer. But by the numbers, as awful as tobacco is; there’s something even more proficient at triggering the disease. Indoor tanning beds are directly linked to skin cancer. In fact, per the cited Foxnews.com article: “In 2009, … Read more
We just returned from a long overdue vacation and like many, we came back wishing for a healthier lifestyle after overindulging in food and fun. What does Staying Healthy mean to you? Despite the obesity rate in America, there is a continually-widening segment of our society making a real effort to eat healthier. Among others, ideas … Read more
If this blog exists a hundred years from now, you’ll still be reading about how much we believe you’ll always look best in your own skin; regardless of its tone. But we know that there will also always be those who think they look better tanned. If that includes you, then we’d much prefer you … Read more
Not too long ago, we posted a blog piece based on a story that some sunscreens were not providing the amount of SPF (Sun Protection Factor) that their products claimed they were (Untruth in Advertising). Today, the legal issues for the sunscreen industry continue to accumulate. Just to recap, earlier this spring Consumer Reports magazine publically … Read more
Unfortunately, many people still believe that skin cancer and Melanoma are things you’re at risk for mostly when you’re older. But that’s just not true. In fact, the seeds of Melanoma are most often sewn in our adolescent and early adult years. The sunburns we incur during that time can significantly increase our chances of … Read more
On a recent bright sunny day I participated in a casual sales function where many Outdoor Vendors participated. Unfortunately, because my participation was due to a very kind, completely spontaneous invitation, I was mostly unprepared with regard to sun-safety. And later that day I saw what the bill for just three or four hours outside … Read more
A Consumer Reports study cited by CNN in the source article credited and linked below states that almost 50% of American sunscreens have a lesser amount of Sun Protection Factor (SPF) than their products advertised having. In some cases, dramatically less. These findings are very important, because this is nothing like buying a 20 piece … Read more