Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with more than one million skin cancers diagnosed every year. People with the highest risk for melanoma include those with a high number of moles, with light colored hair, skin and eyes, those who tan with difficulty and burn in the sun and those with a history of skin cancer in two or more family members. A person’s risk for skin cancer doubles if they have had five or more sunburns. Occasional use of tanning beds almost triples the chance of developing melanoma.

Skin Cancer Prevention Tips:

* Use a broad spectrum sunscreen, which filters both UVA and UVB rays.
* Avoid the midday sun (from mid-morning to late afternoon) whenever you can.
* Wear long sleeves and long pants of tightly woven fabrics, a hat with a wide brim and sunglasses tha absorb UV.
* Stay away from sunlamps and tanning booths!
* If you have a suspicious mole, see a dermatologist!

Don’t forget your lips! Lips are often overlooked when exfoliating. Gently massage them with a damp towel or run your toothbrush over your lips to slough off any dry skin. This will allow your lipstick to glide on without caking.

This oscillating brush is designed to remove dirt and oil that can cause clogged pores. Just one minute of sonic cleansing twice a day, leaves skin feeling and looking smoother, softer and healthier. After cleansing with the Clarisonicâ„¢, your skin will be more receptive to skin care products such as moisturizers, serums and lotions!

There are many factors that contribute to dull or tired, broken out skin. They include lack of sleep, excessive sun exposure, hormonal fluctuations, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Environmental factors can also increase the likelihood of break outs and dull skin.

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Transitions® Lenses conveniently and quickly darken as soon as you step outdoors into the sunlight, but remain clear while indoors. These lenses offer much more than simply altering tint color. They help to protect your eyes from UV rays and help reduce eyestrain and fatigue. Transitions® Lenses are available for a wide range of prescriptions and come in a variety of gray or brown tints. They can be inserted into virtually any frame and are available with an Anti-Reflective coating.

Prescription Optical carries many top name frames for both glasses and sunglasses including Coach, Fendi, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade, Valentino, Gucci, Dior, Maui Jim®, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors AND MORE!

Sunlight sends out two types of rays: UVA rays penetrate the deep layers of your skin, which cause wrinkles and premature aging. UVB rays are resposible for sunburns and skin cancer. These rays are the reason that over 1 million Americans develop skin cancer every year.

Your sun protection should protect you from both types of rays. We have a wide variety of sunscreens in all of our Cosmetic boutiques that offer the best protection available.