Bugs and sunscreen don't mix.Heading outside during the warm weather? Be careful about using insect repellents and sunscreens Sunscreens Definition Sunscreens are products applied to the skin to protect against the harmful effects of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays. Purpose Everyone needs a little sunshine. at the same time. New research shows that when the products are combined, more of both products are absorbed through your skin. When you top an application of bug spray containing the chemical DEET with a layer of sunscreen sunscreen /sun·screen/ (-skren) a substance applied to the skin to protect it from the effects of the sun's rays. sun·screen n. , the increased absorbtion can lead to heightened levels of DEET side effects--including skin allergies, headaches, and disorientation disorientation /dis·or·i·en·ta·tion/ (-or?e-en-ta´shun) the loss of proper bearings, or a state of mental confusion as to time, place, or identity. . The risks are particularly elevated for young children and seniors. The best option might be to spray the repellent on your clothing only, and use the sunscreen on exposed skin. (University of Manitoba Location The main Fort Garry campus is a complex on the Red River in south Winnipeg. It has an area of 2.74 square kilometres. More than 60 major buildings support the teaching and research programs of the university. ) |
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