Freckle Cheeks

Many people would rather not develop freckles or, if they already have freckles, they would like to get rid of them. It is always better to take preventative measure from developing freckles than to treat them.

If you do not have freckle but based on your family history there is a hereditary tendency to freckle — you should take prevention measure sooner rather than later to minimize the possibility from developing them.

Freckles are a warning to people who have them that their skin is highly vulnerable to sunburn and to skin cancer. There are steps that can be taken to prevent them:

1. Use sunscreen. You should always wear sunscreen whenever appropriate and also minimize your skin from sun exposure. This is to suppress their tendency to produce freckles and to reduce their risk of developing skin cancer. Wear a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Apply the sunscreen every day when you get up, and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating.

2. Wear a hat. Get a broad-brimmed hat that could not let light through. This is to keep the sun from directly hitting your face.

3. Avoid peak sun hours. The sun is most intense between the hours of 10 am and 4pm therefore avoid from going out at these hours if possible.

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