Sun Protection Tips

Keren B. Horn, MD Meyer A. Horn, MD Neha D. Robinson, MD Emily L. Arch, MD Todd Johnson, MD Monica Rani, MD Eric King, PA-C 1765 N. Elston Avenue • Ste 110 Chicago, IL 60642 T 773.276.1100 • F 773.276.1102

SUN PROTECTION TIPS

Generously apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a SPF of at least 15 daily all year round (SPF 30 during summer months or greater sun exposure) to all exposed skin 30 minutes before sun exposure.

Re-apply every 1-2 hours, even on cloudy days. Water-resistant sunscreens offer only 40 minutes of optimum protection in the water so re-apply immediately after swimming and sweating.

The SPF rating is the traditional method used to rate sunscreen efficacy, but it only measures the amount of protection provided against the burning ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. It is also crucial to block the effect of UVA (the non-burning UV rays), not measured by the SPF.

Sunscreens that offer broad-spectrum protection from both UVB and UVA rays contain physical blockers such as Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide or chemical sunscreens such as Parsol 1789 (avobenzone). A sunscreen containing avobenzone must also contain Helioplex  (or other stabilizing agent) to stabilize and prevent degradation of the avobenzone. Mexoryl (ecamsule) is a stable chemical sunscreen with partial UVA protection (see chart).

Physical sunblocks, which remain on the skin’s surface, work by deflecting, blocking, and scattering UVA and UVB rays, thus preventing the rays from penetrating and damaging the skin.

Chemical sunscreens, which penetrate into the skin, work by absorbing the rays.

**We recommend a sunscreen containing at least 4% zinc oxide to ensure stable and broad-spectrum coverage.**

Wear protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, a 4” wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. Clothing made of UPF 30+ fabric can be purchased from Sun Precautions (www.sunprecautions.com), Coolibar (www.coolibar.com) or Wallaroo Hats (www.wallaroohats.com), or Athleta (www.athleta.com). Seek shade when appropriate, remembering that the sun's rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Avoid tanning! Consider using a sunless self-tanning product or spray tan which use a sugar substance called dihydroxyacetone to safely color the dead skin cell layers and give the appearance of tan.

Use extra caution near water, snow and sand as they reflect the damaging rays of the sun, which can increase your chance of sunburn.

Keep infants (<6 mo old) out of direct sunlight. Use sensitive skin sunscreens for infants >6 mo old.

Vitamin D and the sun: Get vitamin D safely through a healthy diet and vitamin supplements. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends 1000 IU of supplemental Vitamin D daily for adults who practice daily sun protection. Foods rich in vitamin D include salmon, tuna, vitamin D fortified milk, cod liver oil, mackerel

Laundry additives can also be washed into clothing to provide a higher UPF (SunGuard), but should not replace regular sunscreen use.

* Don’t forget to perform self-exams of your skin monthly. If you notice anything changing, growing or bleeding on your skin, see a dermatologist. Skin cancer is treatable when caught early.

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DAILY ROUTINE PROTECTION AVAILABLE HERE AVAILABLE ONLINE OR DRUGSTORE Normal Skin •EltaMD UV Daily SPF 40 •CeraVe Body Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 •EltaMD UV Physical SPF 41 •CeraVe Face Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30 •EltaMD UV Lotion SPF 30 •EltaMD UV Shield SPF 45 •EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 •Brush On Block Mineral Powder SPF 30* •Revision Intellishade SPF 45 •Olay ProX Age Repair Lotion Sunscreen SPF 30 •Neocutis Journee SPF 30+ •DAWP Protect SPF 50+ •MD Solar Sciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 •Colorescience Sunforgettable Powder SPF 50* Sensitive Skin •EltaMD UV Physical SPF 41 •Coppertone Sensitive Skin Faces SPF 50 •Burnout Eco-sensitive Clean/Clear •Brush On Block Mineral Powder SPF 30* •DAWP Pure SPF 50+ •Colorescience Sunforgettable Powder SPF 50* Acne Prone •EltaMD UV Physical SPF 41 •Peter Thomas Roth Oily Problem Skin Instant •EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 Mineral Powder SPF 30* •Colorescience Sunforgettable Powder SPF 50* • Brush On Block Mineral Powder SPF 30* •MD Solar Sciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 •MD Solar Sciences Mineral Crème SPF 50

INTENSE SUN EXPOSURE (SWIMMING/EXERCISE) Normal Skin •EltaMD UV Sport SPF 50 •Solar Sense Clear Zinc Sport Stick for Face SPF 45 •EltaMD UV Aero SPF 45 •Ocean Potion Face Potion Cream SPF 45 •Blue Lizard Suncream SPF 30+ •Blue Lizard Sport SPF 30+ •Burnout Eco-sensitive Clean/Clear •Think Sport Sunscreen, SPF 50 •Vanicream Sunblock Sensitive Skin SPF 50+ •All Terrain TerraSport SPF 30 •MD Solar Sciences Mineral Lotion SPF 50

Sensitive Skin/Baby (> 6 months) •Blue Lizard Baby Suncream SPF 30 •Neutrogena Baby Pure & Free cream/stick SPF 60 •Vanicream Sunblock Sensitive Skin SPF 50+ •Burts Bee’s Baby Bee SPF Stick 30 •Burnout Eco-sensitive Clean/Clear SPF 35 •All Terrain KidSport SPF 30 •EltaMD UV Pure SPF 47 •Badger Baby Sunscreen Cream SPF30+ •Babyganics Pure Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ •The Honest Co. Sunscreen Lotion SPF30 •Aveeno Baby Natural Protection Face Stick SPF50

Specialty (organic/natural) •Burnout Eco-sensitive Clean/Clear SPF 35 •Jason Sunbrellas Sun Care Sunbrellas Chemical •Badger All-Season Face Stick SPF 35 Free Sun Block SPF30+ •The Honest Co. Sunscreen Stick SPF30 •Purple Prairie Natural Sun Stick/Sun Spray SPF 30/Lip Balm SPF30 •Kabana Green Screen Organic SPF 35/32 Sunscreen •Soleo Organics All Natural Sunscreen SPF 30+ •Kiss My Face Natural Mineral Spray Lotion SPF 30 •Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc SPF 30 Specialty (lip) •Badger All-Season Face Stick SPF 35 •LIPCOTZ SPF 45 •EltaMD UV Lip Balm SPF 31 •Purple Prairie Natural Lip Balm SPF 30 •Dr. Dan’s Chemical Free Lip Sunblock SPF 30 •SOLAR Protection Formula Liptect SPF 45

ITEMS IN BOLD ARE PARABEN FREE

*Apply in addition to a liquid sunscreen

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