Winter Skin Care Keep your skin in top shape through the cold, dry winter by Dr. Joseph Blackmon with Paducah Dermatology By Paducah Dermatology
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he temperature is finally starting to cool down and the days are becoming shorter. It’s important to remember that you should continue to protect your skin and practice good skincare through these harsh winter months. Your skin is the body’s largest organ. It filters and protects you from harmful germs, toxins, and sun rays. The winter months are a great time to work on protecting your skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation, as well as developing a good skincare regimen that you can continue all year-round.
It’s time to truly embrace the saying “pale is the new tan.” Avoid the temptation to use indoor tanning facilities. Just as people develop lung cancer because of smoking, you can develop skin cancer
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As we move into the winter months, our skincare needs change. Here are some easy tips to keep your skin in top shape during the cold, dry winter. •
“Pale is the new tan”
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because of tanning. Each year, over 400,000 cases of skin cancer are linked to tanning. Did you know that a single session increases your risk of developing squamous and basal cell carcinoma by 67% and 29%, respectively!
Always wear sunscreen on exposed skin during the day all year paying particular attention to the face, neck, ears, and hands. Consider applying sunscreen on top of a moisturizer. SPF 30 under your makeup is recommended. Hats, gloves, and sunglasses with UV protection are also good choices. Appropriate
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