Sunscreen

Understanding HSA and FSA Sunscreen EligibilityThe landscape of healthcare savings changed significantly in 2020 when the CARES Act expanded HSA and FSA eligibility to [...]

Why "Non-Toxic" Does Not Mean Much on a Sunscreen LabelWalk through any pharmacy sunscreen aisle, and you will see words like "clean," [...]

When Sunshine Becomes the EnemyMost people welcome warm, sunny days, but for millions of Americans, sun exposure triggers uncomfortable and sometimes painful skin reactions. [...]

The Growing Interest in Safe Sun ExposureThe desire for sun-kissed skin continues to grow. Recent surveys indicate that about 60% of Americans reported getting a tan in 2024, [...]

Why Face Sunscreen Is Different From Body SunscreenFacial skin is thinner, more vascular, and produces different amounts of sebum than skin on the arms or legs. The face also [...]

Understanding Sun Poisoning and Its Impact on SkinThat painful, blistering rash covering exposed skin after a day outdoors is more than just a bad sunburn. When the body [...]

How Mineral Sunscreen WorksMineral sunscreens contain active ingredients that sit on the skin's surface and physically scatter and reflect UV radiation before it can [...]

What Is a Sun Allergy?Polymorphic light eruption is the most common form of sun allergy, affecting an estimated 10 to 15 percent of people in temperate climates. It causes [...]

Understanding Sunburn and Taking ActionThat painful red glow after a day outdoors is more than just discomfort. It signals real cellular damage happening beneath the [...]

What Sun Spots Really AreThose flat, brown marks that appear on the hands, face, and shoulders after years of outdoor activity go by many names: age spots, liver spots, solar [...]