Joel Schlessinger MD - FAQ Sun Damage

Joel Schlessinger, MD

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SUN DAMAGE

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There is no such thing as a “safe” tan. Sunburned skin is not the only sign of sun damage. Any change in the color of your skin or freckles is the result of damage to the top layer of skin. This includes suntans and dark spots.

What is sun damage?

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Sun damage can also appear in the form of fine lines and wrinkles. Over time, UV exposure breaks down elastin in the skin, giving the complexion a saggy and aged appearance.

What is sun damage? (cont.)

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The best way to prevent sun damage is to avoid direct sun exposure. Apply sunscreen to exposed skin every day and reapply every two hours if you are swimming or sweating.

What can I do to prevent sun damage?

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Try to stay away from outside activities between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. when the sun is directly overhead. Wearing a hat and clothing with an SPF can also help prevent sun damage.

What can I do to prevent sun damage? (cont.)

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Most skin cancer is caused by too much UV exposure. In the early stages, it usually resembles a freckle or a mole that can sometimes change in size, shape or color. Regular visits to your dermatologist will improve your chances of catching skin cancer in its early stages when it’s easily treatable.

Can sun damage turn into skin cancer?

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Both of these moles pictured are melanoma.

Joel Schlessinger, MD is an expert in skin cancer evaluation. As a board-certified dermatologist, he is skilled at assessing dangerous moles and removing them if necessary, and always with attention to the final outcome and scar.

Mole removal

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LovelySkin.com carries a wide selection of products personally selected and recommended by Joel Schlessinger, MD to protect the skin from the sun’s harmful rays and treat existing damage.

How can I treat and prevent sun damage?

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EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen has a gentle, oil-free formula that provides broad spectrum sun protection without clogging pores or causing irritation. This sunscreen is great for acne-prone or sensitive skin.

EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46

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Colorescience Sunforgettable Mineral Sunscreen Brush SPF 30 is a powder sunscreen that shields the complexion from sun damage. Instead of absorbing, this mineral formula sits on top of your skin to prevent redness and irritation. The formula is available in tinted or clear options.

Colorescience Sunforgettable

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SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 is an award-winning formula that offers broad spectrum protection with a sheer, matte finish. The formula also contains a plankton extract to help your skin protect itself against UV and heat stress.

SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

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Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 33 provides broad spectrum sun protection with a water-resistant formula. This sunscreen also offers antioxidant benefits to prevent environmental damage.

Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 33

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Heliocare Sun Protection Pills give your regular sunscreen a boost. These daily oral supplements defend your skin from the inside out, building up your body’s natural defense against UV damage. Heliocare tablets aid in preventing sun damage, but they are not meant to replace sunscreen.

Heliocare Sun Protection Pills

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SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum combines growth factors, peptides and antioxidants to diminish the look of existing sun damage. With regular use, this serum improves the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots and uneven tone and texture.

SkinMedica TNS Essential Serum

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Glytone Clarifying Skin Bleaching Sunvanish Broad Spectrum SPF 25 contains 4% hydroquinone to treat uneven skin tone associated with sun damage. This brightening cream also offers broad spectrum sun protection to shield skin from future damage.

Glytone Clarifying Skin Bleaching Sunvanish SPF 25

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