A Thought Daughter's Thoughts

I usually don't get sunburned after hanging out at the beach. So I don't mind a little tanning then and there, it's actually quite relaxing to get a tan. But all the sun exposure will eventually catch up to you.  A week ago, I came back home with peeling skin and a burning sensation. Even if you don't get burned, applying sunscreen is a must, and this is coming from someone who hates applying it.  But why sunscreen? Why stay away from the sun once in a while? #1: Sunscreen protects your skin from damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) rays The sun releases UV radiation, which can go through your skin and cause those stupid sunburns. Sunscreen, however, absorbs the radiation caused by UV, preventing it from entering our skin barrier. No sunscreen can fully block the radiation, but it allows you to enjoy the sun before there's any serious reddening on your skin. ( Sunscreens: Protect Your Skin, 2025). According to the University of Rochester Medical Center , you should app...