About Today: 5 Dangerously Common Sunscreen Mistakes

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Most people who read this newsletter know that I am a pale, pale lady who instantly incinerates as soon as she steps into direct sunlight. Short of staying inside all summer, or joining a vampire enclave, what's a pallid person to do? Two words: Use sunscreen. 5 Dangerously Common Sunscreen Mistakes We all think we know how to apply sunscreen, but it turns out many of us are wrong. For example, you don't want to wait til you're actually out in the sun to apply the stuff. 8 Shocking Facts About Sunscreen Top 5 Ways to Prevent Skin Cancer How to Choose the Best Sunscreen Also, it's a good idea to learn the lingo. Turns out, "waterproof" and "water resistant" don't mean the same thing. When Should You Replace a Bottle of Sunscreen? How to Get Sunburn Relief Sunscreen Myths and Facts Even if your skin doesn't glow in the dark, you need to wear sunscreen. According to our pals at the EPA: "Everybody, regardless of race or ethnicity, is subject to the potential adverse effects of overexposure to the sun." This means you. How to Choose a Sunscreen for Acne Video: SPF and Children How to Apply Sunscreen I still have freckles from less-than-perfect sunscreen applications, although it could be worse: One of my friends spent a whole summer with his girlfriend's initials burned into his back. She is now an ex-girlfriend. Skin Cancer Risk Factors The Effects of Sun on the Skin Today Ads 15 Sunscreen Skin Treatment Uva Sunscreen Sunscreen Lotion Fair Skin Featured Articles Meet Supreme Court Nominee Elena Kagan Brown Out, Cameron In as Prime Minister 'Dancing With the Stars' Results 10 Tasks for Summer Yard Care Balance Your Children and Married Life Follow Us on Twitter   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement