Be sun savvy
Dr. Omeed Memar, a dermatologist in Chicago, reviews tips on being sun safe and sun smart to aoid sunburns. Ultraviolet light can cause skin damage leading to cancer formation. Learn how to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun by using sunblock, avoiding peak sunny times, wearing sun protective clothing, and knowing the right sunscreens to use, and how to use them. Dr. Memar also discusses Mexoryl, the newest sunscreen FDA approved in the U.S.
Dr. Memar is an active Clinical Assistant Professor at Northwestern University, and medical director of Academic Dermatology & Skin Cancer Institute. A dermatologist is a medical sub-specialist who addresses the health and disease of skin, hair, nails, and mucosa.
A dermatologist is an expert in the anatomy, function, surgery and pathology of the skin. They are uniquely trained in clinical medicine, tissue pathology and surgery pertaining to the skin. Today, dermatologists are in the forefront of medical research, clinical practice, and surgical innovation having to do with the health and beauty of skin.
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Hair Loss
Rosacea
Wrinkles
Cysts
Eczema
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Psoriasis
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Ringworm Nail fungus
Warts
Herpes
Shingles
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Fatty deposits in skin
Keloids
Scars
Insect bites
Skin spots
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Dr. Memar is certified by the American Board of Dermatology. He is a fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of ****** Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
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I would always listen to your body before a label. SPF is measuring UVB, not UVA. SPF of 15 means if you were to burn in 10 minutes, now you will be protected for 150 minutes. However, the sunscreen needs to be applied liberally, and if your in water or sweating applied every half hour.
This makes sense right? So then I go to the doctor because of my “skin problem” and get treated with the very samething that you said caused it int he first place? If mean the doctor do give me eyewear while he treats me with pulses of light that are from the UV spectrum that is the sun.
So shouldnt I get treated with darkness since the light is so bad for you?
I was under the impression the number related to each half hour of protection. for instance a 15 would give you 7.5 hours of protection and a 30 15 hours. Can you clarify this?
Do not take my word for it. Do some research on the internet. Type in “health benefits of the sun” in your Google browser. You will see how good it is for you. Shame on you doctor for lying to the public.
Do not listen to this doctor! He is lying to you. The sun is good for you! A hour of sun a day is necessary for optimal health. DO NOT USE SUNSCREEN. IT IS BAD FOR YOUR SKIN AND PREVENTS YOUR BODY FROM MAKING VITAMIN D. VITAMIN D PREVENTS MELANOMA, ****** CANCER, PROSTATE CANCER AND OTHERS. Yes, the sun will cause some wrinkling as you age, but the benefits FAR OUTWEIGH the hazards. Sunshine is necessary for good health.
The American Academy of Dermatology and the sunscreen industry have been working hand in hand spreading propaganda about the dangers of the sun for years now. They are spreading lies. Do not believe them. The sun is necessary for health. If you want healthy children with strong bones and bodies, let them play in the sun without sunscreen. Also the sun is good for eye health. Sunglasses prevent the sun from reaching the eyes.
Mexoryl is no better in blocking UVA than is zinc oxide. I like zinc oxide because it is not irritating. There are zinc oxide brands with topical antioxidants like green tea polyphenols.
I have a question. Is Mexoryl better than ingredients in other sunscreens? Does it block out more uva’s or just lets you go longer without reapplying? If i reapplied sunscreen every 2 hrs would i be getting the same uva protection as one containing Mexoryl? My problem with sunscreens containing Mexoryl is that they dont contain any antioxidants thats why i am wondering. But i really want whatever blocks the most uva rays as i have VERY sunsensititive skin.
Thank you so much for your help!
good job Doc.thanks
thanks for watching
Very informative doc! Love the video.
Thanks, its one of my hobbies.
Nice work doc. Did you do the editing yourself.
Yes, Loreal has an spf 20 available at their conters. Otherwise, other Mexoryl-containg products are available on line.
Thanks for watching
Is mexoryl available in stores?
Very informative and helpful in my efforts to be “sun savvy” this summer!