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I've got an important guest post for you today to help you with self checking for skin cancer!
“The good news is that there are plenty of things we can do to help minimize the risks of getting it.”
Skin cancer is when the cells in the skin have been damaged by tanning beds or the sun. Those damaged cells begin to quickly multiply out of control and they form a tumor. Doing routine self examinations is the best way to catch possible skin cancer sites early so they can be treated. To conduct a self examination, keep these tips in mind:
Sources:
American Academy of Dermatology. Skin cancer. https://www.aad.org/media/stats/conditions/skin-cancer
Skin Cancer Foundation. Self-Examination. http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/graphics/exam
Skin Cancer Foundation. Skin cancer facts. http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/skin-cancer-facts
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I've got an important guest post for you today to help you with self checking for skin cancer!
September is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, making it a great
time for people to hone their self examination skills. According to the
Skin Cancer Foundation, one in every five Americans will develop skin
cancer in their lifetime, adding to the 5.4 million new cases that are
diagnosed each year in the country. Being diligent about skin cancer all
year long is the best way to beat the odds and keep risks of getting it
lower.
“The American Academy of Dermatology reports that skin cancer is the
most common form of cancer in the country,” explains Katherine Goldman,
celebrity esthetician/waxologist and owner of the Stript Wax Bar.“The good news is that there are plenty of things we can do to help minimize the risks of getting it.”
Skin cancer is when the cells in the skin have been damaged by tanning beds or the sun. Those damaged cells begin to quickly multiply out of control and they form a tumor. Doing routine self examinations is the best way to catch possible skin cancer sites early so they can be treated. To conduct a self examination, keep these tips in mind:
- Twice a year, conduct a self examination of the entire body.
- While examining the entire body, look for moles, birthmarks, beauty marks or any brown marks.
- Once you have identified those particular marks, pay attention to whether or not they change in color, size, and texture. Look for any spots that are irregularly shaped or that are larger than the size of a pencil eraser.
- Also, look for skin growths that appear brown, black, translucent, pearly, or multicolored, as well as those that may be sore, hurt, itch, bleed, or scab.
- If you find spots that meet the criteria and are concerning, be sure to have them check out by a doctor.
“Along with regular
examinations, it’s important to protect the skin from the start,” added
Goldman. “We need to take measures from the start to help keep our skin
safe from the sun and to choose safer tanning options. Our spray tanning
is very popular, looks great, and helps people avoid the UV light
risks.”
Skin cancer is caused by
exposure to ultraviolet light, which is a known carcinogen. There are
419,000 cases of skin cancer each year that are linked to indoor
tanning. Despite the information available about the dangers of tanning
beds, many people are still putting themselves at risk. Spray tans are a
healthier way to have a tan, because they allow people to avoid tanning
by being in the sunlight or using tanning beds. People can still have
the same bronzed and beautiful look, without all of the health risks of
going to a tanning bed. Plus, it’s estimated that 90 percent of skin
aging is caused by sun exposure, so people can protect their skin from
cancer and from aging at the same time when they opt for a spray tan,
rather than tanning in the sun or a tanning bed.
Stript Wax Bar has locations throughout California, including in Los
Angeles, Palo Alto, Lafayette, Oakland, Pacifica, and San Jose. They
specialize in offering top-of-the line waxing services for men and
women, using the highest quality custom blended hard wax. In addition to
waxing all areas of the body, they offer facials, spray tans, brow
shaping, and make-up application. For more information, visit the
website at: www.striptwaxbar.com.
About Stript Wax Bar
Stript Wax Bar is a salon
dedicated to the art of waxing. They are devoted to delivering
high-quality waxing services using the highest quality products in a
comfortable and clean environment. With numerous unique services in
various locations across California for both men and women, Stript Wax
Bar has established themselves as an innovative and trending company.
For more information, visit the website at: www.striptwaxbar.com.
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Sources:
American Academy of Dermatology. Skin cancer. https://www.aad.org/media/stats/conditions/skin-cancer
Skin Cancer Foundation. Self-Examination. http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/graphics/exam
Skin Cancer Foundation. Skin cancer facts. http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/skin-cancer-facts
Skin Cancer Foundation. Understanding skin cancer. http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/graphics/warning
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