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 Forever Aloe Sunscreen



Description and Purpose

Everything seems better when the sun shines, but this 'silver
lining' brings its own cloud! We are of course well aware of the dangers of
over-exposure to the sun, and the need to use high-quality skin protection
products. Forever Living Products Aloe Sunscreen combines modern science with
natural ingredients that help to soothe, lubricate, moisturise and protect the
skin against sunlight and wind. It is unique in having Stabilised Aloe Vera
Gel as its prime ingredient, and has been specially formulated to protect the
skin from the harmful ultra-violet rays in sunlight, giving a Sun Protection
Factor (SPF) of 30 and is also water resistant. What better than our
Stabilised Aloe Vera Gel to minimise the effects of drying, flaking and
burning caused by exposure to sunlight and wind and to restore the skin's
moisture balance? With the renowned effects of aloe vera, it is an excellent
after-sun lotion too, effective for cooling and soothing tired, exposed skin.



Key Ingredients

Stabilised Aloe Vera Gel, Benzophenone-3, Ethylhexyl
Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Zinc Oxide. Contents 118m



Directions

Apply liberally to all exposed areas. Use approximately two
tablespoons to cover the average body, and massage in with the fingertips.
(The palms absorb too much.) Apply 15-30 minutes before going into the sun.
Reapply when skin feels dry.



The National Radiological Protection Board

Suggests the following approach to minimise sun damage:

· Remember - there is no such thing as a safe or healthy tan. (The
development of a tan shows that the skin is already damaged and is trying to
protect itself.)

· Take sensible precautions to avoid sunburn, particularly in children.

· Limit unprotected exposure to solar radiation, especially during the
four hours around midday.

· Seek shade wherever possible, but remember sunburn can occur even when
in partial shade.

· Remember that sunburn can occur while swimming and is more likely when
there is a high level of reflected UV radiation, such as from snow or sand.

· Wear suitable headwear, such as a wide-brimmed hat, to reduce exposure
to the face, head and neck.

· Cover exposed skin with clothing that gives good protection, such as
long-sleeved shirts.

· Sunglasses should be designed to exclude both direct and peripheral
exposure of the eye.

· Apply sun blocks, or broadband sunscreens, with high SPFs (minimum
15) to exposed and uncovered skin. Apply generously and reapply frequently.

· Remember that certain prescribed drugs, medicines and cosmetics can
make you more sensitive to sunlight.



Basic facts about sun protection

· Sunlight is essential to all life on earth, and most of its effects
are beneficial.

However, one component of sunlight that is invisible to our eyes is
ultraviolet, or UV light. As more and more people have become accustomed to
travelling to hotter climates for their vacations, and keeping their suntans
'topped up' at every possible opportunity, so the incidence of skin cancer has
risen dramatically.

Research shows that nearly all skin cancers are caused by the sun and
they fall into two main types. The first is non-melanomas, of which there are
nearly 36000 new cases a year in the UK, an increase of 100% since 1974.
Although rarely fatal, they do account for about 5% of registered malignancies
and predominantly affect the elderly.

· Malignant melanomas, on the other hand, occur in a much younger age
group, and account for just under 10% of cancers in the 20-39 age group. This
rate has doubled over the last fifteen years and is now the cause of 1 in 25
cancer deaths in this age group. Much could be done to reduce this figure by
taking more care of our skin in the sun.

· Sunlight contains two types of UV radiation, known simply as UVA and
UVB. Both types cause changes to the skin, but there are important
differences. Remember: A is for Ageing, B is for Burning. UVA penetrates
deeply, and can lead to drying, wrinkling, sagging (from reduced elasticity)
and blemishes (such as 'liver spots'). UVB, on the other hand, produces the
surface damage ranging from a slight redness up to severe blistering.

· The Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, of a cream or lotion indicates the
level of protection offered against the effects of prolonged exposure to
sunlight. It is the ratio of the UV exposure needed to produce minimal
erythema (redness) on a skin site protected by the sun cream, compared to the
UV exposure needed to produce a comparable erythema on unprotected skin.

So, the greater the SPF number, the longer the skin can be exposed to
direct sunlight without damage.

Nevertheless, even with a good suntan lotion applied, common sense
is vital.



Key Points

Higher SPF gives more sunburn protection

Provides high protection against sunburn but still enables you to gain a
suntan safely

Gentle yet potent waterproof formulation which retains SPF after 40
minutes of activity in the water

Moisturises the skin and helps prolong your tan

Excellent for children

After Sun dual action product

Natural insect repellent.


buy your Forever Living Aloe Sunscreen Here

 


Our products contain 100% Aloe Vera.Excellent all-purpose skin care lotions that provides countless benefits for your skin. A natural skin care product.

Richard Haigh, richard@aloeveraexpress.com 44 01865 229221