It’s hot in the Philippines. Solar panel prices have gone down because everybody wants to be able to make better use of that heat and light. However, just because the people here are used to this kind of heat every day, doesn’t mean they don’t need sunblock. Sunblock isn’t just for trips to the beach; they’re supposed to be on your face every single day.
Why should you use sunblock?
The sun’s rays are a good source of Vitamin D, but too much is harmful to the skin. Some of the bad effects of too much sun exposure are sunburn, premature skin aging, skin damage and cancer. Sunblock protects your skin from being damaged by the harmful rays of the sun.
What does the sun do to the skin?
When you’re in the sun, there are chemicals in your skin that act as the first line of defense against the UV rays. They’re called melanin. This melanin is what absorbs the sunlight. The absorption of sunlight is what gives the skin a tan. When you’re overexposed to the sun and your melanin can’t protect you anymore, you get a sunburn. If you’re prone to repeated and extended exposure to the sun, this can