We have all heard from many sources that long-term unprotected sun exposure can damage our skin. From the time I was a young child until my late twenties my unprotected skin was exposed to a lot of sun. I wish I had known what I do today. The sun's UV rays cause extensive skin damage by accelerating the ageing process leading to wrinkles, dark spots and slackening...all irreversible phenomena.

Prevention is the key. So when you have to be in the sun protect your skin with sunscreens, proper clothing and hats. For more information contact your family physician or dermatologist.

For information on Laboratoire's "tanning without the risk" skin protection program please email me at sandra@bourgetspa.com.