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Summer is here, which means longer days and more time outside. Whether you’re working or playing, staying protected from the heat and sun will keep you comfortable and safe from the effects of heat-related illnesses and sun damage, which can include potential skin cancer. Summer skin protection means seeking shade (especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.), wearing protective clothing like wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses, and proper application of the right sunscreen.Many sunscreens block the …

With summer in full swing, many of your employees may be working outside, exposing them to sunlight, bug bites, and poisonous plants that can damage the skin and even leading to cancer or serious illness. To protect your employees from these potential hazards, make sure you provide sunscreen, bug repellent, and the proper skin protection equipment, such as long-sleeved clothing, protective eyewear, and other safety items. Learn more about summer skin protection, so you can keep yo …

Concrete Burn Causes Concrete burns are just that, burns that are caused by skin’s exposure to concrete and other materials that can lead to a chemical reaction. Concrete burns work slowly over hours or days as the concrete hardens. In order for concrete to harden, it has to absorb moisture—cement can draw water away from anything that has moisture—even wet clothing—which only aids in the drying process. Once concrete hardens, if left untreated, skin begins to blister, swell, and bleed; sec …

Texas, Colorado, and New Jersey are all reporting record temperatures this week. However, warm temperatures don't stop outdoor workers. Each summer hundreds of workers across the country are admitted to hospitals for heat-related illnesses. Companies need to protect workers by developing a skin wellness program. Here is what you need to know about a major element of that program - sunscreen. Excessive exposure to heat can cause a number of health issues including sunburn, heat stroke, heat …

With summer fast approaching, we all know we need sunscreen to protect our skin.  We also know that if we want to keep away those pesky mosquitoes that like to snack on us this time of year and protect against insect-born disease, bug repellent is a great idea, too.  So, wouldn't a sunscreen that includes an insect repellent be perfect?  Actually, no. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) do not recommend using a combination sunscreen- …

If you have been following the news recently, you might have noticed an increase in the number of articles about sunscreen. This increase in coverage follows the announcement by the FDA of new rules and regulations placed on sunscreen manufacturer’s labeling requirements. For additional historical information on this topic, I have provided links to our blog and YouTube channel below in case you are interested in learning more. Meanwhile, let’s start with some of the basics. Sunscr …