Hey Guys!
With summer here next week, I decided to write about my sunscreen journey, which has been something recent. When I was in high school, I loved tanning, everyday in the summer i would sit outside for at least 30 minutes, and since I tan easily, that was more then enough. It wasn't until I was done university, that I noticed something change. Every evening I would scratch my arms like crazy, to the point where I would get a rash or even bleed! It was to much, I finally told my dad something was up, and we need to figure out what it is ASAP. It was then that I found out I had a sun allergy, which was shocking. I was given allergy medicine, and told to wear sunscreen daily!
I found it strange, that after all these years this was happening. I decided to give it a try, and see what happens. Let me tell you, I have never felt happier and more relieved in my life! I am back to enjoying the sun. This has taught me many things. You shouldn't assume that because you are a certain skin color that you are free from this. I always thought because I have olive skin, I wouldn't have to worry about the sun, I wouldn't get sun burnt and my skin is use to it. But that is so wrong. Regardless of what your skin color is, you always need to wear sunscreen, I unfortunately learned the hard way. Now I make sure that Kayden always has his sunscreen on when he goes out, along with at least a hat/sunglasses.
I love wearing sunscreen that is at least 60 spf on it. I always feel like this is the minimum protection that you need. This is perfect for when you are sitting on the balcony/backyard, taking the dog out, or even just spending casual time outside. The only time I pack my sunscreen is if I know I am going to be out for the day, and I know I am going to need to reapply it.
I also didn't realize until later on, that when you tan, it's your skin burning.You need to be cautious of that. What ever you can do to prevent that, you should.
Tip for Protecting your skin:
Wear Sunscreen
Try to wear full sleeves (if you can)
Sit in the shade/under an umbrella
Don't go outside during peak times
Wear a hat/sunglasses
With summer here next week, I decided to write about my sunscreen journey, which has been something recent. When I was in high school, I loved tanning, everyday in the summer i would sit outside for at least 30 minutes, and since I tan easily, that was more then enough. It wasn't until I was done university, that I noticed something change. Every evening I would scratch my arms like crazy, to the point where I would get a rash or even bleed! It was to much, I finally told my dad something was up, and we need to figure out what it is ASAP. It was then that I found out I had a sun allergy, which was shocking. I was given allergy medicine, and told to wear sunscreen daily!
I found it strange, that after all these years this was happening. I decided to give it a try, and see what happens. Let me tell you, I have never felt happier and more relieved in my life! I am back to enjoying the sun. This has taught me many things. You shouldn't assume that because you are a certain skin color that you are free from this. I always thought because I have olive skin, I wouldn't have to worry about the sun, I wouldn't get sun burnt and my skin is use to it. But that is so wrong. Regardless of what your skin color is, you always need to wear sunscreen, I unfortunately learned the hard way. Now I make sure that Kayden always has his sunscreen on when he goes out, along with at least a hat/sunglasses.
I love wearing sunscreen that is at least 60 spf on it. I always feel like this is the minimum protection that you need. This is perfect for when you are sitting on the balcony/backyard, taking the dog out, or even just spending casual time outside. The only time I pack my sunscreen is if I know I am going to be out for the day, and I know I am going to need to reapply it.
I also didn't realize until later on, that when you tan, it's your skin burning.You need to be cautious of that. What ever you can do to prevent that, you should.
Tip for Protecting your skin:
Wear Sunscreen
Try to wear full sleeves (if you can)
Sit in the shade/under an umbrella
Don't go outside during peak times
Wear a hat/sunglasses
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