Happy 4th @macreneactives ☀️ My Dermatologist-Scientist-Backed Sun Protection Guide has worked to maintain my skin from a lifetime of boating and seaside life and I share it with you. Here are my derm-science tips to preserve skin health & prevent photoaging this long summer weekend: 1. Start Your Day with Antioxidant Skincare: apply skincare containing DNA repair and potent antioxidants to protect against UV and free radicals. 2. Apply Sunscreen Daily—broad-spectrum SPF 50+ 15 minutes prior to sun exposure & every 2 hrs and after water/perspiration exposure. 3. Protect Skin Even on Cloudy Days 80% of UV radiation penetrates clouds. 4. Physical Barrier Protection—SPF Wide-brim hats, UPF-rated clothing, UV-protective sunglasses and umbrellas are essential. 5. Avoid Peak UV Hours (10 AM–4 PM) UV index is highest midday. 6. No Tanning Beds - shown to cause accelerated aging + skin cancer risk. 7. Don’t Neglect High-Risk Areas Ears, lips, eyelids, scalp, and hands are often missed. Use antioxidant and/or SPF lip balms + lightweight mineral SPF for sensitive zones. 8. Conduct Monthly Skin Self-Exams Early detection of actinic damage or melanoma can be life-saving. Track changes in moles, lesions, and pigmentation. 9. See Your Board-Certified Dermatologist Regularly: Our trained eyes and skin cancer detecting technologies find lesions you may miss! Formulated advice, grounded in clinical science. As we say at DR MACRENE actives, “act now for your skin’s future!” #happy4th #DermTips #SkinScience #SunProtection #SPF #PhotoagingPrevention #MineralSPF #dermatology #HealthySkin #macreneactives #drmacrene #antioxidants #dnarepair