Tanmaxxing is a popular trend among teens, despite a mountain of evidence about the dangers of UV radiation and increased skin cancer risk. The trend has prompted one teen to speak up by sharing the truth about tanmaxxing.
Tanmaxxing is a popular trend among teens, despite a mountain of evidence about the dangers of UV radiation and increased skin cancer risk. The trend has prompted one teen to speak up by sharing the truth about tanmaxxing.
Should you listen to influencers who promote the notion of building a “solar callus” to produce vitamin D? Our expert says “No” and sets the record straight.
“I’m low-key terrified of the sun now.” In June 2022, 23-year-old Izzy Tomassi, a UK-based fashion blogger and digital content creator, was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer. Here is her story.
We know the risks of tanning, so why do people still do it? Here, a deep look at the history behind tan skin.
Getting kids on board early with sun protection is crucial — but it isn’t always easy. Our expert dermatologists share their best practices to make sun care a daily habit at every age.
Sunscreen is having a “glow up,” a social media term that means makeover or transformation. Serum-like formulas, tints that better match your skin tone and multitasking treatment sunscreens are just some of the high-tech options now. Our experts provide intel on the latest innovations to help shield your skin from the sun.
After the loss of her grandfather to melanoma, Alexis Schweitzer’s passion is to raise awareness about skin cancer prevention and the dangers of indoor tanning.
Inspired by family tragedy, a teenager uses her voice in the fight against skin cancer to speak up against tanning and raise funds to support The Skin Cancer Foundation
The Foundation talked to Amy Wechsler, MD, board-certified in psychiatry and dermatology, about how to communicate effectively with teens about tanning.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects millions of Americans, but hopping into a tanning bed won’t help. Here’s why visible light therapy is a safer, more effective way to ease symptoms.
