UV Bracelets eliminate the guess work in determining how much sun exposure is good for you. They tell you when it is time for you to reapply your sunscreen or get indoors. Photo Credit: Video GrabJune 19, 2009, (Sawf News) - When out frolicking in the sun it's easy to forget to reapply your sunscreen to get optimal protection from the sun's damaging UVA and UVB rays. Well, worry not because there is now a product that takes the guess work out of it all.
A UV Sun Sense wristband worn in the sun lets you know when you are about to start getting a sun burn or when to reapply your sunscreen to prevent one.
Simply tie the band around your wrist and then apply sun block measuring more that SPF 15, making sure to apply it on the band as well. When first exposed to sunlight, the band immediately turns purple to indicate it has been activated. Over time the band will turn to a pale color indicating that its time to reapply the sunscreen.
Most people don't realize that they need to reapply their sunblock after about 2 hours to prevent skin damage. While this product is not on the dot accurate as to how much sun you are getting, it is a good enough gauge to go by.
Sunlight contains two types of ultraviolet (UV) radiations: UVA and UVB. UVA rays have longer wavelengths that penetrate deep into the dermal layer of your skin. Limited exposure to UVA rays causes skin to tan but overexposure can lead to long-term skin damage. According to researchers, UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, destroying skin fibers and damaging elasticity, leading to premature aging and wrinkles.
You can minimize exposure and protect your skin from damage by avoiding the sun when it is at its strongest, between 10 am to 2 pm.
In addition to sun block you can protect yourself by wearing appropriate clothing such as longer sleeves when possible and shield your face and scalp with a hat. Also remember to protect your eyes with polarized sunglasses.
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