Exploring the Dark Side of the Sun

Despite the warnings of experts, millions of people continue to go about their days with little concern about sun damage. However, too much sun exposure can significantly damage human skin in varying degrees. Whether you are walking the dog, heading out to the car, sitting indoors by a window or spending time outside when it is cloudy, you are being exposed to harmful UV rays.

The heat of the sun dries out areas of unprotected skin and depletes the skin’s supply of natural lubricating oils. In addition, UV radiation can cause burning and long-term changes in the skin’s structure, in addition t...