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even out pigment. BB creams also can provide you with the scalp, and men who shave their heads or are naturally balding
an all-in-one beauty product, as such creams frequently should be diligent about applying sunblock to the top of their
contain sunscreen, color tinting and anti-aging ingredients. heads. Don’t forget to apply sunblock to the tops of your feet and
your ears.
n Get a healthier glow. Many people equate health
and vitality to tan skin. However, spending time outdoors n Rinse hair after swimming. Chlorinated water and even
in the sun or using indoor tanning beds that expose saltwater can affect the color and texture of your hair. Those who
you to UV rays can increase your risk of skin cancer, color their hair may find frequent laps in the pool can change the
including dangerous melanoma. The American Cancer hue of their hair or prevent color from lasting as long as it once
Society says melanoma accounted for more than 73,000 did. Wet hair before going in the pool, and rinse out salt and
cases of invasive skin cancer in 2015. Melanoma chemicals afterward. A small application of leave-in conditioner
accounts for more than 9,900 of the roughly 13,000 before entering the water can help seal the hair cuticle and keep
skin cancer deaths each year. Sunless tanners and chemicals from being absorbed.
bronzers can give skin that sun-kissed look without the
downside of exposure to UV rays. Those who must go
out in the sun should wear a wide-brimmed hat and limit
their exposure between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.,
when the sun’s rays are at their strongest.

n Don’t fight the elements. Many people go to great
lengths to change what nature gave them. For example,
those with curly hair will spend hours with straightening
irons or special serums. Try to embrace the elements
and your natural hair texture this summer. Use a product
to keep frizz away and let hair air dry. Wavy, beach-
inspired hair screams summer and can give you that
carefree look.

n Protect hair and skin. Relaxing in the summertime
sun does not mean you should forgo protection.
Remember to always apply sunblock to all parts of your
body. Some hair products contain sunblock to protect

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