Garnier - Skin Cancer Prevention

As a socially responsible brand, Garnier is taking practical steps in its commitment to preventing the risks associated with sun over exposure (sunburn, photo-induced skin ageing, skin cancers) by increasing public awareness and offering facial sun protection products like Garnier Anti-Sun Damage.

PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SKIN CANCER FOUNDATION

More than a million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States every year.

Since 2007, Garnier has been involved in cancer prevention actions in partnership with The Skin Cancer Foundation.

"Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States and continues to grow. Even though skin cancers are becoming more and more common, you need not become a statistic. You can lower your risk by following a few basic guidelines". explains Perry Robins, MD, President of The Skin Cancer Foundation.

Partnership with the skin cancer foundation

Since its founding in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has set the standard for educating the public and the medical profession about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection, and prompt, effective treatment. It is the only international organization devoted solely to combating the world's most common cancer, now occurring at epidemic levels.

For more information visit www.skincancer.org

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THE GOLDEN RULES OF RESPONSIBLE SUN BEHAVIOUR

  • Seek the shade, especially between 10 AM and 4 PM.
  • Do not burn.
  • Avoid tanning and UV tanning booths.
  • Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.
  • Use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day.
    For extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant, broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
  • Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside.
    Reapply every two hours or immediately after swimming or excessive swimming.
  • Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of six months.
  • Examine your skin head-to-toe every month.
  • See your physician every year for a professional skin exam.
The golden rules of responsible sun behaviour
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SUNSCREEN APPLICATION TIPS

  • Sunscreen should be applied one-half hour before going outside. Because sunscreen tends to be rubbed or washed off with sweating and water exposure, it should be reapplied at least every two hours, and immediately after swimming or heavy sweating. At least one ounce (two tablespoons) is needed to cover the entire body surface.
  • As facial skin is thin and highly exposed, it is particularly important to apply sunscreen there liberally. Many sunscreens are now incorporated in facial moisturizing creams; in routine daily activity, if the face is untouched and there is no sweating, it is acceptable to apply the sunscreen just once at the beginning of the day.
  • There is no need to throw away last year's left-over sunscreens. Shelf life is at least two years; many now have an expiration date stamped on the container.

SEAL OF RECOMMENDATION

The Skin Cancer Foundation's Seal of Recommendation is granted to sun protection products that have been reviewed by and meet the stringent criteria of an independent Photobiology Committee. This seal has set the standard for effective sun protection products for more than 30 years.

The Skin Cancer Foundation proudly recommends Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Sun-Damage Daily Moisture Lotion as an effective UV sunscreen.

To learn more about Garnier Anti-Sun Damage click here.

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