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"I believe in my abilities."
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Happy, happy Friday! Today, we're talking about:
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True or False?
Your skin type can change over your lifetime.
Scroll for the answer!
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What Is the UV Index?
Whether you're watching the weather or scrolling on your phone, you may be familiar with the UV index.
But what exactly is it? Should you pay attention to it?
Professionals note that this important indicator can tell you a lot about protecting your skin before heading outside.
The UV index appears on a scale of 0 to 11, showing how much ultraviolet radiation from the sun is hitting a particular location (0 being no sun, and 11 being extremely sunny with a high risk of burning).
As shared by the Skin Cancer Foundation, 0 is only used at night when there is absolutely no sun. An 11, meanwhile, would mean you could burn in less than 10 minutes!
Many people think that if it's cold outside, they don't need to pay attention to the UV index. And while it's true that the UV index is generally lower in the cold months, that doesn't mean the sun goes away!
Even if the UV index is a 1 or 2 (whether because it's cloudy, wintertime or the sun is rising), those with fair skin types especially may be at risk of getting a sunburn in just a couple of hours if they don't protect their skin, the Skin Cancer Foundation shares.
And those in mountain areas will know that the higher the altitude, the higher the UV index generally is. As shared by the EPA, for every 1,000 feet you go up in elevation, the index goes up by 2%.
Rather than gauging if you should use protection if the UV index is low enough, experts say it's better to always use protection (like daily sunscreen).
If the UV index is especially high, it may be best to avoid going outside altogether if possible to avoid burns.
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Image courtesy of Daoudi Aissa
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Do You Need To Wear Sunscreen If You're Inside All Day?
We know the importance of wearing sunscreen daily to protect our skin. But what if you never set foot outside? The sun can't get to your skin, then — right?
While it may seem like overkill — and a bit of a chore — it's still essential to wear sunscreen even if you don't leave your house.
Windows do a good job at blocking UVB rays. However, they don't block all UVA rays, Susan Massick, MD, board-certified dermatologist and associate professor of dermatology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, told SELF.
For that reason, the sunshine that comes through your windows can still damage your skin, putting you at risk for skin cancer, sun spots, and other sun-related effects.
All in all, daily sunscreen is a good habit you shouldn't skip — whether you spend the day in the sun or cuddled up on your couch.
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Image courtesy of Onela Ymeri
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Can Pimple Patches Actually Help With Blemishes?
From colorful stars to skin-colored circles, pimple patches come in a wide range of fun shades and shapes.
But what do they do? And do they actually help your blemishes go away faster?
While commonly known as "pimple patches" or "zit patches," the technical term for these beauty stickers is "hydrocolloid patches."
Essentially, they contain hydrocolloid gel. They're meant to cover zits, draw away drainage from a blemish, and help it heal more quickly, Cleveland Clinic reports.
When looking at research, one small study of 20 patients found that those who used hydrocolloid patches had less severe acne, inflammation, redness, oiliness, and dark pigmentation compared to those who used medical tape.
Experts say more research is needed to understand the true effects of these little stickers. However, hydrocolloid patches were traditionally used to care for wounds, like on sores or skin procedures, WebMD shared.
While pimple patches can help with some blemishes, Amy Kassouf, MD, told Cleveland Clinic they may not be effective on "closed" or "deeper" lesions, in addition to blackheads and whiteheads.
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Image courtesy of Curology
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Parting Thoughts:
- True or False: True! In fact, there are many different factors — from hormones to weather — that can make our skin type change.
- 🏼♀️ Snapshot Of The Day: We'd love to see moments from our readers lives that they are proud of! If you recently accomplished an achievement, experienced a joyful moment, or are proud of a picture you have taken, be sure to capture it on camera and send it to us for a chance to be featured next week!
- Final Self-Care Thoughts for Today: The UV index can be a great tool to know when we should wear extra sunscreen to protect our skin — however, experts say it's still important to use daily!
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