“A woman should tan. The tan is gorgeous.” Coco Chanel (also) was convinced of this, uttering this iconic phrase back in 1923, proudly claiming a tan for that “unusual” time. But the first step to take is to gethealthy tan and durable it protect Leather. Because if Sun has a lot positive effects on the body, one of many and those that allows you to get enough of vitamin D, excessive and reckless exposure to the rays UVA and UVB, is the main risk factor for skin melanomathe most aggressive of the skin cancers it represents in Italy third most common cancer under age 50.

Melanoma

Over the past 10 years, the incidence of melanoma has increased significantly. It is estimated that about 14,800 people developed this cancer in 2021, with an increase of 20% compared to 2019 and 15% compared to 2011.research progresswhich significantly improved the treatment of this pathology. “Melanoma is associated with sun exposure, especially in those with the phototype type. Purelywhich indicates skin’s inability to protect itselfthrough the production of melanin. Sun exposure, especially intermittent not properlyassociated with the development of melanoma. having a lot snowand familiarity are additional risk factors,” he explains. Licia Rivoltini oncologist and researcher AIRK.

Prevention

Behaviors that can reduce the risk of developing skin cancer vary. It is fundamental first of all moderate sun exposure since childhood, avoiding burns. In general, you should protect skin do not expose yourself during the hottest hours (between 10 and 16) and avoid or minimize the use of lamps or tanning beds. In the sun, hats and goggles with protective lenses are recommended, as well as the use protective creams suitable for your skin typeapplying them several times provide continuous coverage.

Children

The same attention as above should be given especially to children who are very sensitive to sunburn. “The process of tumor transformation is very long and can often be the result of a change that occurred in childhood. It is also necessary periodically check the appearance of your moleseither after consulting with a dermatologist, or on their own in the mirror and asking a family member to look at points that are inaccessible to their own eyes, ”the doctor explains. Rivoltini.

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change in the appearance of a mole or new may be indicative of melanoma. Each of us should do a mole mapping at least once a year to keep track of any changes in appearance, shape and color. Characteristics of moles that may indicate the onset of melanoma are summarized by the abbreviation ABCDE. To how Asymmetry in shape (a benign mole is usually round or, in any case, rounded, melanoma is more irregular). B. how The edges irregular and fuzzy. FROM. how Color variable (i.e. with different shades within the mole itself). D. how dimensions increases both in width and thickness. As well as how Evolution a mole that shows changes in appearance after a fairly short time. Other red flags that a physician should evaluate are: mole that bleedswhat itches or which is surrounded knot or from red area.

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Phototype

Sun protection must be calibrated based on individual characteristics. The epidermis can have different shades of color, which determines the degree of protection from sunlight. Skin type is often associated with eye and hair color. However, these two elements should not be misleading: many people, despite having dark eyes and hair, have very fair and sensitive skin. Conversely, some natural blondes, if the necessary precautions are taken, can also get an intense tan. Find your own measure of sun exposure it is advisable to determine the phototype of belonging according to these modalities.

Phototype 1: blond or red hair, light eyes, freckles, burns easily without tanning.
Phototype 2: blond hair, burns easily and tans little.
Phototype 3: He can get sunburned, but usually tans.
Phototype 4: dark hair and eyes, she rarely burns and tans easily.
Phototype 5: dark, brown or black eyes and hair, naturally dark skin, even if you are not in the sun.
Phototype 6: dark or black eyes and hair, naturally dark or black skin, even without exposure to sunlight.

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Protective sunscreens

Major scientific societies recommend a cream with a factor of 30 to 50, with defensive advertising. Wide spectrumafter checking that next to the UV-B protection there is an appropriate UV-A protected logowhich also guarantees protection from this type of sunlight. It is recommended to continue applying the cream throughout the day. every two hours, even when winning a beautiful tan avoids the risk of sunburn from UV-B rays: the effect of dryness, aging of the skin and the potential risk of tumors provoked by UV-A radiation is always preserved. It should be emphasized that even sunscreens have one Best before datewhich varies from 9 to 12 months. If a product has expired, it means that sunscreens can no longer protect properly and therefore our skin is at risk of damage.

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Not only cream

Remember to wear the most sensitive skin types and children. sunglasseswith lenses that protect against at least 99 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays, hatpreferably with a wide brim to also protect the back of the neck and ears.

(Source: Airc Cancer Research Foundation)