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When people think about skincare, they often imagine expensive serums, moisturisers or in-clinic treatments. Yet according to skin health experts, the single most effective product for protecting and rejuvenating your skin is also the most affordable: SPF.

The sun emits ultraviolet (UV) radiation, composed of UVA and UVB rays, which penetrate the skin at different depths. UVA rays, penetrate deeply into the skin and contribute to premature aging by damaging collagen and elastin fibres. This damage results in wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots. UVB rays, on the other hand, cause superficial damage like sunburn and are strongly associated with skin cancer.

Renowned Irish skin expert Eavanna Breen, is raising the alarm about the misleading and often harmful skincare advice going viral on TikTok. With millions of users turning to the platform for beauty tips, Breen is on a mission to debunk some of the most dangerous trends that can lead to a multitude of skin issues and even permanent, serious skin damage.

As summer holidays start for school children, parents and carers are reminded to be SunSmart and protect children’s skin during the summer holidays. Playing and spending time outdoors is great for children.

BY DECLAN VARLEY

Burn injuries are among the most painful and difficult to heal injuries, and are unfortunately incredibly common in both adults and children.

Burn injuries are among the most painful and difficult to heal injuries, and unfortunately incredibly common in both adults and children.

A common misconception is how a large proportion of Irish people only concern themselves with applying SPF products and generally protecting their skin from the sun throughout the warmer months or when on holiday, believing that there is no need for such sun protection efforts in winter.

The HSE’s National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) is reminding people to protect themselves from skin cancer as new Covid-19 public health measures come into effect.

Seasonal changes not only influence our moods, they also cause havoc to our skin.