" 3.5 million cases of skin cancer diagnosed this year . Incidence of skin cancer , including melanoma , the most deadly type can grow and wear sunscreen stau is one of the best ways to prevent it , " said Dr. Ronald Moy , skin specialist and spokesman for the Skin Cancer Foundation .
Dr. Moy said in sunscreen use does not need to be too thick to make you uncomfortable . Rub it with a vague is not a problem . Well , to use sunscreen SPF you can consider in it .
Clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University , Dr. Jeffret Dover reveals at least you use a sunscreen with SPF 30 that can block 97 percent of UVB rays . Meanwhile , SPF 15, and 50 blocks UVB rays 93 and 98 percent , as quoted by CNN , Sunday ( 25/05/2014 ) .
" If you have a family history of skin cancer or are in the tropics with intense sunlight , you should use SPF 50 and even 70 . , But remember , there is no sunscreen that provides protection to the skin 100 percent , " said Dr. Dover .
He suggested when applying sunscreen , you should do two times . Apply sunscreen not only on the part of the body exposed to sunlight such as the hands and feet , but also of the nose, chin , punngung hand , behind the ears , cheeks , breast , and forehead .
Meanwhile , Dr . Steven Wang , director of dermatologic surgery and dermatology at Memorial Sloan - Kettering Cancer Center , New Jersey said hierarchy of skin protection from the sun is to avoid the scorching sun , wear a hat and protective clothing , and sunscreen . However , most people do it wrong .
" The main thing to consider if you want to do the beach , swim , or move in the sun . Carry an umbrella and use a long-sleeved shirt . Anyhow sunscreen is one contributing factor to prevent skin cancer , " said Dr. Wang warned .
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