How to manage your sun exposure while gardening?
Manage your UV exposure for a skin-safe gardening season in 2013 How to do smart Gardening in sun? There's nothing like a sunny day to draw gardeners into their yards. But even in Canada's temperate climate, too much sun can bring on sunburn, sunstroke, wrinkles and, at worst, skin cancer. Manage your sun exposure to ensure the time you spend in your garden this summer is safe and comfortable. ABOUT UV Most of our UV (ultraviolet) exposure is from UVA and UVB rays. UVB rays, the more powerful of the two, affect the skin's outer layers and are thought to be the main cause of suntans and sunburns, as well as skin aging and skin cancer. UVA rays, which penetrate more deeply, contribute to wrinkles, spots, lost elasticity and skin cancer. Remember, a cloudy day doesn't mean you're protected from UV rays. BE SUNSCREEN SAVVY Canadian dermatologists recommend using broad-spectrum sunscreens, which protect against both UVA and UVB rays, with a SPF ...