The benefits of sunscreen

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We use it a lot in Florida, even after being in the sun. My wife buys one that costs about $40 a tube. She puts it on after being in the sun all day and then after showering. It’s called something like “Cool A Radical Recovery.” That’s what is written on the tube.
 

911 said:
We use it a lot in Florida, even after being in the sun. My wife buys one that costs about $40 a tube.
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Yes, I've noticed a great price increase in sunscreen, also many recalls, makes me wonder about what I've used in the past...but I can't be without it, here in Texas, and being very fair skinned.
 
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Asked my AI about this :

Age Impact on Sun Damage​

Based on the provided search results, the answer is yes, we become more easily sun damaged as we age. Here are some key points:
  1. Cumulative effect: Prolonged sun exposure over a lifetime leads to cumulative damage, which accelerates skin aging and increases the risk of skin cancer (e.g., “Sun exposure is responsible for most of the visible aging of your skin: in fact, up to 80-90%” - [1]).
  2. Skin’s natural repair mechanisms decline: As we age, our skin’s natural ability to repair DNA damage from UV radiation declines, making it more susceptible to sun-induced damage (e.g., “As you get older, it becomes harder for skin to repair itself” - [4]).
  3. Increased sensitivity: Older skin becomes more sensitive to UV radiation, making it more prone to sunburn and subsequent damage (e.g., “The longer people live, the more likely they are to develop skin cancer, and the greater their chances of dying from it” - [5]).
  4. Changes in skin structure: With age, skin loses its natural elasticity and becomes thinner, allowing UV radiation to penetrate deeper and cause more damage (e.g., “Over time, UV damage can take a toll on your skin and its underlying connective tissue. As a result, your skin may develop more wrinkles and lines” - [4]).
  5. Increased risk of skin cancer: The risk of developing skin cancer increases with age, particularly after 55 years old (e.g., “At least one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70” - [5]).
In summary, as we age, our skin becomes more vulnerable to sun damage due to cumulative exposure, declining natural repair mechanisms, increased sensitivity, changes in skin structure, and an elevated risk of skin cancer. It’s essential to maintain sun protection habits throughout life to minimize the effects of sun damage and reduce the risk of skin cancer.
 
Jackie23 said:
Yes, I've noticed a great price increase in sunscreen, also many recalls, makes me wonder about what I've used in the past...but I can't be without it, here in Texas, and being very fair skinned.
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Same here. My wife is a redhead, so she also has fair skin and needs to be cautious of the sun. She did have some cancer cells removed 2 or 3 times. She is cancer free, so she is extra careful when out in the sun, especially in Florida. The sun doesn’t care who you are. It doesn’t discriminate.
 

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