The Effects Of The Sun On The Skin Part II

Exposure to the sun, have both short and long term effects on the skin

The short effects are redness and sensitivity to the touch, which is caused by the dilation of blood vessels and stimulation of the nerve ending in the skin. Not only that, but the skin will peel due to the extreme dryness. Just like a cookie over baked in the oven, the skin will be dehydrated due to too much sun exposure.

The long term effects include hyperpigmentation, dark splotching, which can also be a short term effect depending on the skin, and that is the first sign of aging of the skin.

Clhoasma is another effect, also known as "liver spots", these are dark brown patches on the skin. Clhoasma can suddenly appear, especially in women after years of sun exposure.

"Sun spots", or Tinea Versicolor, are white splotches that appear usually on the chest after over sun exposure, and that is a fungal condition, which can be treated.

The signs and effects of the sun might not be visible at first, however it will appear in the long run, not only that but infections are trigged by sun exposure such as herpes, lupus, which are usually diagnosed after sun exposure.

Since we cannot avoid the sun, and we actually need it for vitamins, the best option is to protect the skin. Taking proper care of your skin, and using the correct skin products can help you have a healthy skin, however the best anti aging treatment is protection: always wear sunscreen, most skin damage is due to day-to-day exposure, therefore sunscreen is a year round consideration, not only for the summer.