366 Days Of SPF: Make SPF Your Daily Habit To Protect Your Skin From Melanoma Skin Cancer
Are you wearing SPF daily? If not, you're certainly not alone. According to a survey by Melanoma Focus, a huge 32% of UK adults don’t use sunscreen despite most burning at least once per year.* No matter the weather, the sun's harmful UVA rays are ever present throughout the year and cause damage to the DNA in your skin cells as well as premature ageing. Because of this, it’s important to wear your shield of protection every day to protect your skin against the likes of melanoma skin cancer. Enter 366 Days Of SPF.
This year, we're on a huge mission dedicated to revolutionising your sun care routine. Forget the occasional sunscreen slathering reserved for your sunny holidays and join us in making daily sunscreen a habit. It’s time to invest in you and your healthy skincare routine.Â
Why Is Daily Sunscreen So Important?
Melanoma Focus reports that 1 in 36 men and 1 in 47 women in the UK will be diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer in their lifetime. This is the deadliest form of skin cancer and is in the top five most diagnosed cancers in the UK. Melanoma kills 2,333 people per year, yet 86% of melanomas are preventable, with sunscreen and sun safety measures playing a huge part.
What Is Melanoma?Â
Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer. It arises from melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin - the pigment that gives your skin its colour. Whilst it is less common than other skin cancers like basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma is significantly more dangerous due to its ability to spread rapidly if not caught early.
Susanna Daniels, the CEO of Melanoma Focus says: "about seven people die from melanoma every day in the UK and more people die from melanoma in the UK than in Australia. About 9 in 10 melanoma skin cancer cases are preventable and it is vital that people take the warnings about the dangers of excessive sun exposure and the dangers of sunbed use seriously."
What Puts You At Higher Risk Of Developing Skin Cancer?
Melanoma can be caused from excessive UV light exposure, and having fair skin, a large number of moles, or a family history of melanoma puts you at an increased risk.
What Is Mole Mapping?
Mole mapping is a really great way to keep track of your moles and look out for any changes. By keeping a close eye on your moles and giving them a regular re-assessment every three months, you’re able to notice any changes quickly and make an appointment to see your healthcare provider with any concerns you might have.
To learn more about mole mapping, click to read our post from last year: What is Mole Mapping? How To Map Your Moles and discover two super-easy to follow methods in helping you to spot the warning signs.
Five Bestselling Sunscreens
Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF 50
This oil-free, dry touch sunscreen scooped the silver award at our Face the Future Beauty Awards 2022 and is a firm favourite amongst our customers and FTF team members alike.
The formula is made from advanced filters and a Bioshield System to provide you with broad-spectrum protection against UVA, UVB, visible light, and IR-A (infrared radiation -A). Enriched with Fernblock® FC, the sunscreen contains powerful antioxidant activity, and is supported by actives to help repair sun damage, like damage to your DNA and premature skin ageing.
Thanks to its anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and sebum controlling technology, this SPF is a great choice for acne prone and sensitive skin.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVmune 400 Invisible Tinted Fluid SPF 50+
Give your skin the ultimate protection against harmful UV rays whilst leaving your complexion with a soft tint that works to blur any imperfections. Formulated with the brand’s innovative UV filter MEXORYL40, the SPF protects your skin against ultra-long UVA whilst remaining lightweight and non-greasy.
The formula also includes pioneering Netlock Technology where the micro drops of the SPF group together to form a strong veil of protection over your skin. The non-mitigating and very resistant protection will withstand water, sweat, and sand.
Avène Intense Protect 50+ Sun Cream for Very Sensitive Skin 150ml
If you're looking for the best sunscreen for sensitive skin, this gentle yet powerful sunscreen is a winning choice, what's more, it has been tested for the most intense conditions, like tropical weather and high altitude. Formulated with the patented innovative and unique sun filter Triasorbâ„¢, this is the first organic sun filter that can absorb and reflect UVB, short UVA, and long UVA rays, as well as high-energy visible blue light.
The sunscreen penetrates your skin in just three seconds yet provides up to eight hours of skin hydration to leave you feeling comfortable. The ocean-friendly formula is also ultra-light and ultra-sweat and water resistant.
Ultrasun Family SPF 30 300ml
Ensure you extend your sun protection regime to your entire family with this broad-spectrum sunscreen that is both fast-absorbing and water-resistant. Comfortable for both adults and children to wear, the enriched formula helps prevent irritation from heavy heat, and the handy pump design ensures easy, fuss-free application.
Working to protect your skin from UVA, UVB, and Infrared-A, the hypoallergenic formula is recommended by dermatologists for those that are prone to prickly heat and sun allergies.
Ultrasun Lip Protection SPF50
Don't forget to protect the delicate skin on your lips from the harmful UV rays of the sun. This soothing and nourishing SPF for lips helps to protect your pout and keep it smooth and hydrated whilst preventing cracking, chapping, and dryness. Perfect under makeup or worn alone, we recommend popping one in your bag so you have it to hand wherever you go.
Want To Win A Year’s Supply Of SPF?
To be in with a chance of winning, head over to Instagram and snap your SPF selfie. Use the hashtag #SunProtectionForLife, and don’t forget to tag us at @FaceThe_Future. Good luck!
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An oil-free dry touch sunscreen that’s clinically proven to protect against UVA and UVB.
La Roche-Posay's Anthelios UVmune 400 Invisible Tinted Fluid SPF 50+ is an ultra – lightweight, invisible and universally tinted fluid for the face that has been specifically formulated for sensitive skin. It contains their new...
Lightweight and smooth on the skin, this family sunscreen is fast absorbing and water-resistant, so no more worries on family holidays or day trips out.
Prevent chapping, cracks and sun damage to your delicate lips with lightweight, easy to use, nourishing Ultrasun lip protection for all skin types.
Ready to read another post? Revisit our post from last year on Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Our Bestselling SPFs To Help Keep Your Skin Protected.
