Did you know that May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month? It is also an excellent reminder to get ready for the sunny summer season. With warm weather ahead, many people flock outside for barbecues, beach trips, laps in the pool and Memorial Day weekend plans. Before you head outside, there are some essential things to do first to help protect your skin from the sun.
Stock Up on Sunscreen
Sunscreen is an essential step in your sun protection strategy. Check your existing sunscreen stash for expired or empty bottles. If so, now is the ideal time to replace them. Sunscreens keep improving, so treat yourself to a sunscreen you enjoy wearing. Wearing sunscreen should be part of your daily routine, regardless of month or season, so be sure your sunscreen stash is always well stocked. For additional protection, invest in sun protective swimwear for the entire family. Not only is sun protective swimwear fashionable, but you can also feel at ease knowing your skin is guarded against UVA and UVB rays with luxe UPF 50+ fabrics.
Invest in Sun Protective Clothing
In addition to sun protective swimwear, you can find stunning UPF 50+ pieces that are trendy, colorful and perfect for daily wear, like a cover up dress for beach or brunch. The best part about sun protective clothing is it has come a long way in the style department, meaning you can wear it anywhere. Forget about the unflattering hiking or safari-looking styles of the past! Today’s UPF 50+ clothing blends seamlessly into your daily wardrobe with vibrant colors and preppy patterns you will actually want to wear.
Perform Self-Skin Checks in the Mirror
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), the risk of melanoma increases as people age, but it’s not uncommon for it to occur in adults younger than 30. In fact, it’s become one of the most common cancers in young adults, especially women.
Consistent skin checks are more effective than occasionally checking your skin. Check your skin in the mirror after your next shower and look for any spots that might look suspicious. You may notice tiny brown spots on your face, hands, arms or elsewhere as you age. It can be challenging to determine if they are a natural part of aging caused by sun exposure or something more serious. Contacting your doctor is essential, especially since not all skin cancers look alike. If it’s been a while since your last dermatologist visit, this is a great month to make an appointment!
Develop a Sun Sense Strategy
Despite the shocking statistics, many remain unaware of or disregard the steps to reduce their skin cancer risk. Though skin cancer is common, it is also preventable. There are several ways to protect your skin from chronic sun exposure. For starters, be sure to apply sunscreen daily and wear sun protection women’s clothing during these warmer months. The best strategy also means avoiding sun exposure during peak sunlight hours, performing regular skin checks and being vigilant about new or changing moles or suspicious spots on your skin. With all of these practices in your daily routine, you can do your part to keep yourself as sun safe as possible.
About Cabana Life
For over 15 years, Cabana Life has been on a mission to provide stylish sun safe clothing. When Cabana Life’s founder Melissa was diagnosed with melanoma at age 26, she was shocked to discover lightweight clothing wasn’t as protective as she thought. A typical white T-shirt provides only moderate protection of UPF 7. Melissa started searching for trendy sun protective options, but her search fell short. She set out to design stylish sun safe options herself and launched the Cabana Life brand. All Cabana Life pieces offer UPF 50+, the highest-rated sun protection possible. Proving that sun safety doesn’t have to be boring or complicated, Cabana Life’s collections are full of vibrant colors, preppy patterns and flattering silhouettes that anyone will love to wear.
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