Who doesn’t love to get out and enjoy the sun on a warm day? If you are like most people, you probably even kick back and bask in the sun every now and then. You might even set out each spring to gain a beautiful tan. However, it is important to keep in mind that sun bathing can be dangerous to your skin and your health.
The sun is a powerful presence in our solar system. Our planet would not survive without the light and heat from the sun. The sun is actually a star and no other star is closer to our planet. When you look at the sun you are seeing the photosphere. The temperature of that layer of the sun can be as much as six thousand degrees Celsius and the core of the sun can reach temperatures of 15 million degrees Kelvin.
You might be amazed to know that the sun is 4-5000 million years old. The sun is definitely a powerful star so to speak. As good and enjoyable sunshine is, it is unfortunate that it is able to pose a risk to your skin. In it’s glory the sun makes a bright day so enjoyable. It brings us warm weather when it shines bright and hot.
The sunshine attracts many people to get out their sunbathing gear and try to get a tan. Almost 90 years ago, a fad started for people to get bronzed skin from the sun. That fad has never faded out. It is considered un cool in this generation to have pale skin with no signs of sun exposure.
Just remember that being out in the sun too much, especially without taking preventive measures can be dangerous. The Ultraviolet rays from the sun can do more than damage the appearance of your skin. It can break down elasticity of your skin and harm collagen. Too much sunlight can cause you to have more wrinkles and lines in your skin. In the worst of scenarios it can even cause skin cancer.
There are steps you can take in order to further protect your skin. Click here to read Part II of this article.
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