For Your Skin

Each year in the UK, there are more than 65,000 new cases of non-melanoma skin cancer and more than 8,000 new cases of malignant melanoma. Skin cancer is becoming more widespread: the number of cases has doubled in the past 20 years. In fact, there are more skin cancer deaths in the UK than in Australia, even though Australia has more cases of the disease.

There are three main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma , and malignant melanoma. Malignant melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer because the cancer can spread to other organs in the body (metastasis). Melanoma skin cancer is usually pigmented or coloured and is more dangerous. Many moles aren't cancerous, but it's vital to keep an eye on them.

A range of treatment options have proved successful in treating skin cancer. But about 1,800 people still die from malignant melanoma skin cancer annually. Treatment may include surgical removal, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or biological therapy, depending on the type of skin cancer. When skin cancer is found early it is much easier to treat. If diagnosed late, treatment is not usually able to cure the cancer.

Malignant melanoma is more common in women than men, is one of the most common cancers in people aged 20 to 35 and affects people who work indoors more than those who work outside. Non-melanoma skin cancer affects men more than women, as well as older people, particularly those who have spent much time working outdoors. Too much sun exposure and getting sunburnt in childhood and the teenage years can lead to skin cancer in later life, so children in particular must be protected.

Those most at risk of skin cancer are people with light or fair skin, freckles, who burn lobster red in the sun, already have moles and/or spend too long in the sun without protection. Brown- or black-skinned people rarely get skin cancer, but everyone should be careful. There are some rare, inherited skin diseases that make people highly sensitive to sunlight and much more likely to get any type of skin cancer.

As it's not always possible to differentiate between skin cancers and benign skin conditions by examination alone, you may need to have a biopsy. If it's confirmed as cancer, it'll be removed by surgery or radiotherapy, depending on its size and type.

There are various types of skin cancer treatment generally used to treat skin cancer. It entirely depends on where the cancer is and at what stage. Most skin cancers are treated by removal of the skin lesion. A profusion of radiation therapy and cryotherapy can also be used to treat and check this disease.

Mohs Microsurgery is also one of the treatments available for skin cancer. This is a method the cancer is removed with minimum amount of surrounding tissue and the edges are instantly monitored for any remnants of tumor.

Skin cancer is not only harmful to your health but also effects cosmetically. If you suspect of your being contacted this disease, immediately consult your doctor to seek medical advice for proper skin cancer treatment. Your skin mirrors your personality!

It’s her birthday – and you have no idea what to get for birthday gift. Chocolates are too valentines. Jewelry is too expensive – unless you get the fancy type which is just plain tacky. A blouse is too common. Why not try a moisturizer? Generally, women love things that make them feel beautiful – which explains why perfumes, lotions and moisturizers are great bets for gifts.

What’s also great about moisturizers is that there are high end products that you can choose from, making your gift a luxurious one at tat. Try these skin care advice in choosing the right moisturizer for your beloved.

One important thing to remember is to match the moisturizer according to skin type. The lady in your life may love your gift, but may end up stashing it inside her medicine cabinet if she can’t use it for various reasons. Make sure that your moisturizer of choice matches her skin type.More..

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“The sun can be extremely damaging to a person’s health, resulting in painful burns, sun damage and in some cases, skin cancer,”

In addition to immediate pain, overexposure to sunlight, sun damage and burns can heighten the risk for developing skin cancer.

Some tips for avoiding sunburn or side effects linked to sun exposure are:

• Avoid Sunbathing.
• Avoid tanning parlors.
• Wear a hat that shields your face from the sun.
• Limit your sun exposure. The sun is hottest and strongest between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
• Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 15 or greater.
• Wear sunglasses that are UV rated.
• Choose cosmetics, moisturizing creams and lotions that contain sunscreen.
• Protect your lips with products that have a sun protection factor of 15 or greater.

Source: Kentucky Department Of Health

Breast cancer is a kind of cancer which can occur in the breast cells of both men and women. It is the second most common form of cancer. It is also considered to be the fifth most common cause of cancer related deaths.

Symptoms:

The initial subjective sign or symptom of breast cancer is usually a lump in the breast which is different from the surrounding tissues of the breast. According to surveys, over 80% of cases originate from a lump. Lumps found in armpits or collarbone may also indicate this disease.

Prevention:

Breast feeding can prevent breast cancer to a great extent. Folic acid is said to counteract the risk of breast cancer. It has been found that women who consume 3-4 glasses of alcohol everyday have more prone to breast cancer.

Treatment:

The main treatment procedure for breast cancer is surgery in which the tumor is localized. Other methods are aromatase inhibitor, tamxifen, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Depending on the age, size, metastasis and type of cancer of the patient, they are roughly categorized into low risk and high risk individuals and all of them have different treatment procedures. Other possibilities may include chemotherapy, immune therapy and hormone therapy. more...

Why do you need to exfoliate?
Skin exfoliation is a naturally occurring process. However, often your skin does need help with it.
Over the course of life cycle skin cells move from dermis to the epidermis. When they reach the top they die. But these dead cells don’t miraculously disappear, they often accumulate and cause skin’s surface to appear rough and dull. That’s why regular exfoliation is one of the effective ways for maintaining radiant healthy skin.

Exfoliation is removal of dead cells from the skin’s surface. Not only exfoliation immediately provides you with polished glowing skin, it also stimulates turnover of skin cells, unclogs pores and promotes better skin care products penetration.

Which one to choose?
Your choice will depend on several criteria but mainly on your skin type, skin condition and the aim of exfoliation treatment. If you have sensitive skin type or acne, don’t use mechanical exfoliation. It can be stressful on the skin and some mechanical scrubs can even create micro cuts which will exacerbate your condition. Have oily thick skin not prone to break outs? Trying to fight acne? Need to improve sun damaged skin? In my next posts I will look closer at mechanical and chemical exfoliation to help you choose which is best for you.
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Previously I posted about sun damage and increased chance of cancer if you start abusing sun and solariums early on. I have to say I am so happy my family did not have enough money to go on vacations when I was little. Thanks God! I had only one chance to turn my fair skin into the color of dark chocolate. I shudder when I look at the photos – my smile has never been so shiny white!
You are responsible for your kids - don’t let them get sun damage.

1. Start with protecting their skin early on. Babies have very sensitive tender skin that is so susceptible to UVA and UVB rays. Protect your precious baby by applying specially formulated sunscreens. To make sure your baby doesn’t have irritation go with a physical sunscreen not chemical.

2. Keep up regular sun protection and your kid will develop a habit of it that may save his or her life.

3. When you think your kid is old enough to understand, explain to your kid about the danger of UVA and UVB rays and about cancer.

4. If you have a teenager who doesn’t want to listen to your concerns some of the things you may do is take him/her to a dermatologist for skin examination and request the expert to show photos of sun damaged skin vs healthy skin and to explain about UVA/UVB danger. Or you can find such photos on the internet yourself.more...

It is essential for you to know the warning signs if you want to detect skin cancer before it grows out of control. You should look closely at your body, paying particular attention to any changes that might be happening to any discolorations or moles on your skin.

If you find a growth on your skin that suddenly appears or changes in its size you should have it checked out by your doctor. This is especially true if it is translucent, tan, pearly, brown, black or has multiple colors. This could be one of the early signs of skin cancer and you should have it
checked as quickly as possible so that you can get it treated and dealt with while it is still in the early stages.

While you are doing your self examination of your skin you should pay attention to moles and other areas that have been on your skin for a long time. You should be looking for changes in the color or shape of existing moles and areas of pigmentation as one of the skin cancer warning signs. Keep an eye on wounds or cuts that will not heal. This is another of the early arning signs of cancer that should be watched. You most likely will notice if you have a cut on your skin that is just not healing. Have your doctor take a look and if they feel there is a reason they will test for skin cancer. more....

We all know about the risks of sun exposure, especially in today’s times. Many people have started changing their habits, avoiding direct sunlight whenever possible, and wearing a lot of sunscreen. While the risks of sunlight are eminent, sunlight also provides something we all need: Vitamin D. In fact, experts say most people meet their vitamin D needs through exposure to sunlight. Ultraviolet (UV) B radiation penetrates uncovered skin and converts cutaneous 7-dehydrocholesterol to previtamin D₃, which in turn becomes vitamin D₃.

If you’ve totally reduced your sunlight exposure because of skin hazards, beware because the trade off may be Vitamin D deficiency which can result to a lot of ailments such as osteomalacia, bone diseases, and skeletal deformities. Studies show that homebound people, people often covered for religious reasons, etc are often lacking in Vitamin D. The good news is you can obtain Vitamin D from supplements and a few food sources like fish liver oil.

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Natural care for your skin is so important. There are chemicals in everything these days, from the food we eat, to the air we breathe. Creating your own homemade skin care products is a simply way that you can reduce your exposure to them, and its fairly simple to do.

Natural Skin Care Tips:

• Make it a habit of reading product labels of any cosmetic product you use. You should know what all it contains and how is that good for your skin.

• Remember the tag ‘natural’ doesn’t mean that it’s always natural. The dictionary meaning is “Existing in or formed by nature” whereas according to cosmetic manufacturers it’s “Any ingredient derived from natural substance.” For example, a phrase such as this will be mentioned on a cosmetic product, “Cocamide-DEA is derived from coconut oil” but, what isn’t mentioned is the fact that a synthetic substance called diethanolamine is used in the extraction process which is known to cause cancer.

• Like the definition of the term natural, organic has a definition too, that doesn’t actually mean what you think. Look for certified logos that guarantee products wholeness. These products should contain 95% organic ingredients excluding salt and water. Anything that contains carbon is organic. Hence, petrol is organic too. Methylparaben, derived from petrochemicals, is often used as a preservative ion organic skin care products. Now, what is worth considering is the fact that a recent study found traces of methylparaben in breast cancer tumors.more...