Why you should think twice about tanning

A Dermatologist Just Schooled Me On SPF & What I Learned Surprised Me

View in Browser WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2023 Welcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29's global call-to-action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there's no such thing as safe sun. READ MORE   This Is Just How Unsafe It Is To Go Tanning In 2023 By Jacqueline Kilikita Refinery29's first global campaign with sun safety at its heart. From uncovering what it's like to survive skin cancer at a young age to exposing the real dangers of sunbeds, we're lifting the lid on the detrimental impact that our obsession with the sun has on our bodies. READ   "I'm Low-Key Terrified Of The Sun Now." What It's Like To Get Melanoma At 23 By Jacqueline Kilikita When Izzy Tomassi was diagnosed with skin cancer at 23, it changed the course of her life forever. READ   It's Time To Enforce Rules Against Cancer-Causing Tanning Beds By Refinery29 We're partnering with the Skin Cancer Foundation to call on the FDA to enforce rules that would prohibit minors from using harmful tanning beds. READ   We've Tried Every Sunscreen Out There—But We Always Come Back To These By Megan Decker The best sun-care products in one place, from sunscreen to self-tanner. READ   A Dermatologist Just Schooled Me On SPF & What I Learned Surprised Me By Megan Decker Is mineral sunscreen really better than chemical? And does SPF moisturizer count as sun protection? A dermatologist debunks eight common sunscreen myths. READ   5 People On Their Complicated Relationship With Tanning Beds By Jacqueline Kilikita The real reasons why people still use sunbeds and tanning beds, despite the risks. READ   3 Tricks For (Mostly) Beating Mineral Sunscreen's White Cast By Amanda Mitchell Refinery29 consulted dermatologists for their best tips and tricks on how to best beat the dreaded "white cast" from mineral sunscreen application. READ   9 Tanning Myths Dermatologists Want You To Stop Believing ASAP By Amelia Bell From getting a "base tan" to hoping that sunbeds might lift your mood, these nine tanning myths could be putting you at risk. READ   13 Popular Sunscreens Tried & Tested On Dark Skin By Breanna Davis and Dami Khadijah There's no denying the power of a high factor, broad spectrum sunscreen in your skin-care routine. Whether you prefer a mineral or chemical version, a generous layer of SPF will protect your skin from UVA and UVB. But finding a sunscreen that is compatible with dark skin? Well, that's no mean feat. READ   The Sexist History Behind Our Obsession With Tanning By Jacqueline Kilikita It's difficult not to see our obsession with bronzed skin as another exhausting beauty standard thrust predominantly on women. READ ADVERTISEMENT   Loving R29 in your inbox? Check out more of our curated newsletters BROWSE NEWSLETTERS Join the Refinery29 Community VISIT REFINERY29.COM MADE WITH ♥ IN NYC © 2023 REFINERY29.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 49 SOUTH 2ND, BROOKLYN, NY 11211 SUPPORT@REFINERY29.COM SENT TO: EDWARDLORILLA1986.PAXFOREX@BLOGGER.COM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2023 Unsubscribe ⋅ Privacy Policy