May is said to be the month with the strongest sunshine of the year.
Everyone, are you fully prepared to protect yourself from UV rays?
You'll want to think about this seriously as we head into the summer sunshine.
Pinguecula is a name that I have not heard much about.
However, it was previously featured prominently on Fuji TV's information program.
So here are some shocking numbers...
"92% of surfers suffer from this condition."
This is a surprising number. I was scared for a moment...
What is a pinguecula?
It is a whitish-yellow protrusion that forms on the border between the white of the eye (conjunctiva) and the black of the eye (cornea), or more precisely, on the white of the eye, and is said to be more commonly seen on the nasal side.
(Image: Taken from the website of the University of Ophthalmology and Keio University School of Medicine Graduates)
We often hear about pinguecula, which are white areas that swell and extend towards the black eye, but research has shown that pinguecula is also common among surfers.
Unlike pterygium, it does not spread to the black eye, but it is thought to be caused by chronic irritation or sunlight, and if it gets worse, surgery may be necessary.
▼Why is it so common among surfers?
Reflection, direct light, and scattering are said to be the main causes.
This is due to reflection from the water surface, direct sunlight, and light scattering by particles in the atmosphere. Surfers are exposed to this amount of UV rays without even realizing it.
(Image: Quoted from the Japan Meteorological Agency's ultraviolet observation results)
So what's the best preventative measure?
To avoid UV rays, wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses when going outside, and install UV-blocking filters on windows indoors.
-By the way, why do so many foreigners wear sunglasses?
This seems to be related to eye color. Foreigners with light-colored eyes are more likely to get keratitis. That's why foreigners often wear sunglasses. Japanese eyes are a little stronger than those of foreigners, but they are basically the same. There are many Japanese people with light-colored eyes.
I think the fact that wearing sunglasses makes you look bad, a Japanese tendency that doesn't exist overseas, has played a significant role in their popularity. There are many bus drivers who always wear sunglasses. It seems that many places in Japan prohibit sunglasses as part of their work, but it's something we should all follow.
In fact, wearing sunglasses is one of the preventive measures that you should get into the habit of not only when traveling abroad, but also in Japan.
Wear sunglasses to protect yourself from UV rays, even when driving to the beach!
Another thing that surprised me was the misconception about sunscreen cream.
▼Big mistakes when protecting against UV rays!?
Many people think that sunscreen cream alone is enough to protect them from UV rays, but
Actually, there's a catch here...
I have previously explained
how to apply it .
A common mistake is
(1) Not taking measures against UV rays when going outside for a short time or when indoors
(2) I think applying sunscreen is enough protection.
▼Why is it wrong?
(1) The ultraviolet rays that shine down on us all year round damage our skin little by little every day.
This accumulation will eventually lead to spots and wrinkles. It means that you need to make an effort every day not to "save money."
Regarding (2), it seems that many people overestimate the effectiveness of sunscreen and end up sunburned without even realizing it. Products with a high SPF, which indicates the effectiveness of UV protection, give a sense of security. However, this number represents the UV protection effect when 2 milligrams are applied to 1 square centimeter of skin. The amount applied to the entire face is about the amount of a 500 yen coin.
Therefore, it is necessary to apply the cream frequently and frequently, and also to the hands and feet in addition to the face.
▼Protect yourself from UV rays from inside your body!
It can't be covered by sunscreen cream...
You can't wear sunglasses in the ocean...
Therefore, recently, it has been widely recommended to take vitamins C and E as a way to protect the body from UV rays. Citrulline is one of the most popular vitamins.
It has been shown on television that indigenous people in Africa protect themselves from ultraviolet rays by consuming large amounts of wild melon. Melons and watermelons contain a lot of the amino acid citrulline, which breaks down and excretes ultraviolet rays and other toxic substances in the body.
I would actually recommend eating melon or watermelon, but it's difficult to eat them every day, so supplements that can be easily taken have become popular recently.
Considering the above
▼ "May is the month when UV rays are strongest in the year"
Love Surf recommends this perfect UV protection method! ▼
1. A wide-brimmed hat
→ Use it on land or in the sea! DAKINE surf hat
→ If you're fashionable, look stylish with a LOST cap!
2. Sunglasses (light-colored sunglasses are effective; dark lenses open the pupils more, allowing more UV rays to enter). If you're going to wear them, you might as well choose something stylish!
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3. Sunscreen cream
→ For everyday use, use an organic cream made from 100% natural ingredients
★Ecological Sunscreen BABY
→ Stick type that is hard to fall off and provides solid protection in the ocean
★'vertra' Face Stick/Fanning Clear/SPF28
4. Supplement "Power of Melon"
1-3 alone cannot cover everything from inside the body, so it's perfect!
→
Made by the makers of Surf Supplement!
★Power of Melon/Citrulline+Plus
If possible, we recommend taking it every day, even on days when you don't go to the beach!
Finally, a note on the proportion of UV rays depending on the weather...
Sunny is 100
・Sunny
100
・Sunny with occasional clouds
80
・Cloudy
60
In fact, UV rays are quite strong even on cloudy days.
We need to be careful and take measures to protect ourselves from UV rays not only at the beach but also on a daily basis from now on.
To ensure you continue to enjoy and comfortably surf.
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