rebeccad
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Post by rebeccad on Oct 23, 2016 19:11:58 GMT -8
After having suntan lotion explode in my pack, I'm sticking to long sleeved shirts with a built-in SPF. Still need some for the face. Even if you're wearing a good hat. On a happy note, I just saw an encouraging article that says that the same gene that makes my hair red makes me a LOT more prone to skin cancer. So far, my PNW childhood has saved me. We'll see.
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Post by mk on Oct 23, 2016 19:18:27 GMT -8
makes me a LOT more prone to skin cancer Yikes. Do you get the all-over check by a dermatologist? After having no fewer than 3 healthcare people ask if I have seen a dermatologist (lots of "beauty marks" and some sun damage), I finally broke down and made an appointment. All's well ... and I am much better about using sunscreen (almost) every day.
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Post by rebeccad on Oct 23, 2016 20:02:26 GMT -8
makes me a LOT more prone to skin cancer Yikes. Do you get the all-over check by a dermatologist? After having no fewer than 3 healthcare people ask if I have seen a dermatologist (lots of "beauty marks" and some sun damage), I finally broke down and made an appointment. All's well ... and I am much better about using sunscreen (almost) every day. I have. And you remind me I'm overdue. I've never had a single issue, but at my age, and with my complexion, I'm supposed to be seeing the dermatologist once a year. My husband's not a red-head, but he's of Irish extraction, and grew up in CA. He sees the skin doc closer to twice a year, usually when I wig out about some mole (the doctor then declares that one is fine, but carves out something else I never noticed. So far, all benign). I am a little (a lot) jumpy about this, as my dad died from a melanoma.
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Post by mk on Oct 24, 2016 4:57:20 GMT -8
I am a little (a lot) jumpy about this, I can see why! I'm sorry about your dad -- melanoma is a scary, sneaky cancer. So I guess for you, your rainy locale is a benefit. You'd have to adopt some vampire tendencies if you lived here in Texas.
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Post by rebeccad on Oct 24, 2016 7:40:06 GMT -8
You'd have to adopt some vampire tendencies if you lived here in Texas. I'm in CA now, though happily on the coast where it's foggy a lot (though not rainy). That's a tricky one, because it turns out that most of the UV makes it through at least the lighter fogs. At least they keep it cool enough to wear more clothes! Your vampire comment is right in keeping with what one of my friends is dealing with (she lived down the Peninsula where the sun shines). Due to the anti-rejection drugs she has to take for life following a kidney transplant, she is super prone to skin cancers. She really can't go out in the sun without being totally covered, which is a major drag for someone who likes biking and backpacking!
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Post by johntpenca on Oct 25, 2016 19:40:21 GMT -8
A hat is definitely a good idea.
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Post by davesenesac on Dec 12, 2016 13:23:47 GMT -8
Thread a wee stale.
As an 8-5 m-f working person that during time off has been outdoors regularly over decades, through all seasons, from hiking, landscape photography, skiing, and backpacking, I have as an adult frequently used sunscreens without any issues. That is not to say some brands may not have issues because like most skin care products, some tend to put a lot of questionable stuff into their potions. Accordingly it may be wise to stick to major brands basic products as they test their products well.
The most important strategy is to cover up skin and when backpacking I usually am not wearing typical popular hiking clothing like shorts, t-shirt, and a baseball cap but rather long pants, nylon shell, and a sun hat with a long neck/ear drape and large bill. Of course that also protects during bug season but I will also wear such in late summer. That said, I also usually find time during trips to soak up some sun however that may just be a modest hour or less laying out in the sun after taking a dip in a lake. Also be aware that simply wearing such skin covering clothes is not enough because bright landscape features like granite and snow will reflect UV up from the ground. A lot lot people wearing hats without sunscreen have gotten sunburn on their chin and necks.
Now at SS age, my facial skin is significantly less wrinkled, blotchy, and old looking than 99% of my peers. Much of that may be due to genetics, but also I have never smoked, drank little for decades, and use basic soap like Ivory. On the other hand, the tops of my hands/wrist that are difficult to keep lotion on due to use, washing, and the fact I don't want oil on my camera gear, has not endured so well and does show more typical aging.
David
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