All’s not fair in skin care. A new study done at Ohio State University reports how male skin is three times more likely to develop skin cancer. Researchers explain that female skin has higher levels of antioxidants, while male skin does not, making it much more susceptible to skin damage. When it comes to sun protection, men should be much more conscious about their skin by applying stronger SPF and using skin care products that contain antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and E.

Since May is Skin Cancer Awareness month, it’s a good time to make sure your sun care needs are covered, and with this study in mind, make sure the men in your life are taking care of their skin. Dr. Michelle Copeland’s unique Revitalizing Formula with Vitamins C & E is a boost of energy for the skin. Loaded with vital antioxidants and Vitamins C and E, this potent formula helps stimulate cell renewal to recapture skin’s natural radiance. The SPF-40 Lotion Mist Sun Block is ideal sun protection for men – high power and easy to apply.  Browse our Sun Care page to find perfect skin care gifts for him – and don’t forget that Father’s Day is approaching.

SPF is a measure of how long a person can stay in the sun without burning. An SPF 30 means thirty times longer than if you went out with nothing on. It’s important to keep in mind that all skin is different. A woman with very pale skin, of Irish heritage, for example, may last only a minute or two before her bare skin turns pink, so an SPF 30 would give her 30 minutes before she needed to reapply.

UVA and UVB: SPF measures a product’s ability to block UVB (burning) rays. A product’s power to shield against UVA (aging) rays is not currently labeled. UVA rays break down collagen and elastin fibers supporting skin. It doesn’t matter what your nationality is, if you don’t want wrinkles you need to guard against UVA light.

Sunscreen vs sunblock: Sunblocks are physical barriers; they sit on top of skin and reflect the rays off of it. The SPF-40 Lotion Mist Sunblock is a high power, lightweight mist that helps protect skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays. The mist helps prevent sun induced damage, as well as soothes the skin with aloe to reduce inflammation. Sunscreens are chemical UVA shields. They sink into tissue and when light hits them, they create a reaction that neutralizes the radiation. The Sunless Tanning Bronzer is a safe tanner with SPF-15 which offers a beautiful and natural-looking tan all year round. Not only does this bronzer give you amazing radiance, it is also rich in antioxidants and vitamins to leave your skin smooth and supple.