Friday, June 10, 2005

Eczema and Sun Care

Some people with eczema find their condition improves in sunny weather; others find that it worsens as the sun makes them feel hot and itchy. In whichever instance, keep the skin well moisturised and wear sun protection specially formulated for sensitive skin, such as a sunscreen in the SPF45 Sun range.
Choose a sunscreen that contains the right SPF level for your skin - Skin Type I (red, blonde, freckled) needs more protection than Type IV (white with medium pigmentation)
Select a sunscreen which offers the maximum protection against UVA rays.
If you have sensitive skin or eczema, look for a sunscreen that won't irritate your skin.