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You’ve been following the rules when it comes to sunscreen for how long now? At this point, you’re a diligent daily sunscreen wearer, and you know to reapply every few hours when you’re at the beach or pool. (Sorry, no magical stay-all-day sunscreen on the market yet!) But, hey, it’s 2011—some of the old thinking no longer applies. So update your sun-safety habits, and keep your skin healthy long-term with these thoroughly modern strategies.
Old rule: Apply a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen with SPF 15 a half-hour before leaving the house.
New rule: Sunscreen alone is not enough: Wear an SPF 15 (at least) plus an antioxidant-enriched moisturizer.
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"It’s no longer just about UV damage," says Fredric Brandt, MD, a dermatologist in New York City and Miami. "The sun also generates free radicals that break down your collagen and elastin fibers." Anti-oxidants in ingredients like soy, green tea, and vitamin C prevent free radicals from attacking, and they boost your protection level, too. Use a souped-up sunscreen that contains the powerful antioxidant idebenone. Or make sure your daily moisturizer has antioxidants in it so you’re covered from the start, then apply sunscreen as usual.
If you’re going to the beach, go higher than SPF 15, Dr. Brandt says. Most people don’t apply enough, so they may end up getting a protection level of 7 out of their 15. But if you’re slathering on 70? You’ll probably get at least a 30, so you’re good.
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Old rule: Throw on a T-shirt or cover-up when you’re in direct sunlight.
New rule: If you’re not into sun-protective clothing, wear dark colors and tightly woven fabrics at peak hours.
You can’t get away with any ol’ thing (donning a breezy sarong is like wearing nothing at all). Fabrics have UPF ratings that measure their level of UV protection; a 30 is necessary to be awarded the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation. (FYI: A plain white tee comes in under 10.) If you’re up for a quick extra step, check out SunGuard Sun Protection, a clear dye you can add to your laundry for an immediate UPF 30 that will last through 20 washings.
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Old rule: Use a teaspoon of sunscreen for your face, a shot-glass-worth for your body.
New rule: Layer on your protection to make sure you’re covered.
Because nobody actually measures out their dose, here’s how to stay safe. First, err on the side of over-applying. (It can’t hurt!) Pay attention to commonly missed spots like your neck, chest, and the backs of your hands, particularly when you’re driving. "Most people don’t realize that the neck and the V of the chest are directly exposed to sunlight due to the angle of the windshield, which offers no protection from UVA rays," says Alysa Herman, MD, a Miami dermatologist specializing in skin cancer treatment. "The backs of hands also get a lot of damage from holding the steering wheel."
A nonstick spray-on sunscreen is an easy way to cover all those spots without getting your hands tacky. To max out your face coverage, apply a sunscreen lotion and follow up by dusting on a powder-based mineral blocker. It has the added benefit of de-slicking post-sunscreen shine. A skin-win!
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Old rule: A little sun is healthy—20 minutes three times a week allows your body to produce vitamin D.
New rule: It’s not smart to go out-of-doors unprotected.
Here’s the deal: Your body does need vitamin D to keep bones healthy and support your immune system, but supplements are the safest way to get your dose of D—without the scary side effects of sun exposure. "Even a little bit of sun causes cellular damage that can lead to aging and cancer," says Francesca Fusco, MD, a dermatologist in New York City. Have your doctor check your D level; if it’s low, discuss taking a daily supplement containing 400 to 1,000 IU.
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Old rule: Never, ever use tanning beds.
New rule: Still, never, ever use tanning beds.
Using a tanning bed increases your risk for melanoma by up to 75%, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer. And 90 percent of the signs of aging (wrinkles, brown spots) are caused by UV radiation, the Skin Cancer Foundation reports. (The tan fades; its skin-damaging effects don’t.)
But there’s one tan that is safe: the kind you slather on. According to a study in Archives of Dermatology, when women are taught to use self-tanners, they spend less time in the sun because they aren’t longing to bake for the tan. Try one that gives a gradual tint and helps fade existing sun spots. Now that’s a healthy glow!
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Eye Shadows like Revlon’s Illuminance Cream Quad Eye Shadows in shades Twilight or Wild Orchids are best for women with graying hair. Not only are these shadows creamy and glide on easily, but the color tones are cool, which wear great on mature, tanned skin tones. If you experience any creasing with the shadow, you may lightly dust lids 
with a light translucent powder, like Laura Mercier’s Loose Setting Powder. 
A great way to brighten up your eyes and bring back youth is to use the MAC Powerpoint Eyeliner pencil in Guilded White. Apply to the water line of the eye - this is the inside part of the lids that tends to be pinkish in tint - making us look tired or even under the weather.
Cream liner is easy to apply and stays on all day, and can also be used as cream shadow base.
The navy shade is more subtle than black and highlights the eyes gently. Your tanned skin will give you an instant boost of color, but top your look off with a fresh coat on your winkers.
foundation. This product is known in the industry for taking a few years off. Ask your makeup artist to match your tanned skin tone, and feel like a million bucks year-round!
Most bronzers are too shimmery, and cause the skin to look older, and your pores look larger. But, this super soft focus powder allows you to apply generously without looking like a disco ball.
Keep in mind that if you need coverage, you may need to add concealer to even out your skin tone.
This formula is the best on the market, and will last all day - even for the chattiest of Cathy's! Forget what your mom told you about the best shades for mature skin, as times have changed - these days you can lighten up your lipstick shades and have a fuller looking, youthful pout, so long as you maintain some color in your skin tone, faux or not. You know that looking young again is what it's all about, but that doesn't mean you have to refer back to your oldest beauty tricks. Get with the times, and spend some time with a few new wild shades. Surprise yourself! You might just love it!
Our lotion is creamy, easy to apply, smells delicious, and is packed full of high end natural ingredients, like Soybean, Coconut and Sunflower Seed Oil, plus Shea Butter, Honey and Plumeria Flower Extract. Enjoy while traveling the world, or in the comfort of your own home! Warning: might cause extreme confidence!!
The spritzers are great for touch-ups on the face and body, or to use by themselves for a blast of color. Do you own your own airbrush machine or have a friend who does? The 4oz spritzer is enough to do a full body tan with just one bottle, making it a virtual tan in a can!
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