ZunSpot Skin Care Blog

Are You at Risk of Obtaining Sun Spots?

2009-09-24T07:09:00.000-07:00

Ever find yourself wondering where those pesky white spots on your skin came from? There might be more than one answer. Those suffering from tinea versicolor (sun spots) often experience breakouts because of their exposure to a number of risks.

Typically, individuals living in warm or humid climates are most at risk, along with those who have oily skin, or find themselves partaking in activities that cause them to sweat excessively.

And while those risk factors may seem obvious, there are other lesser known causes of sun spot outbreaks. They include pregnancy, due to elevated hormone levels, poor nutrition, the use of corticosteroids (cortisone), and the taking of medications that weaken the immune system.

To learn more about the condition, or to make a purchase of ZunSpot, the first OTC treatment made specifically for the treatment of sun spots, visit http://www.zunspot.com/ today!

$3 Off ZunSpot Promotion Extended!

2009-09-08T08:52:00.000-07:00

Good news, ZunSpot blog fans - we've extended our $3 off coupon promotion for ZunSpot!

We created ZUNSPOT® to treat tinea versicolor, an ailment that affects more than 20 million Americans per year. If you’ve ever suffered from unsightly skin spots or blotches, you know first hand the frustrations of suffering from sun spots.

They're a common, but often overlooked condition that typically affects young adults between the ages of 18-35 after exposure to sunlight, heat, or humidity.

To take advantage of our "Fun in the Zun" special and make your purchase, enter the coupon code "SUN2009E" (all caps) at the online checkout during your next purchase.

Click on http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp to place your order and get FREE shipping!

Get $3 Off ZunSpot with our E-Coupon!

2009-09-03T11:05:00.001-07:00

Hello ZunSpot blog fans! We're excited to bring you an exclusive offer for our Twitter, Facebook and Blogspot fans - a $3 off coupon good for your next purchase of ZunSpot - but hurry, it's only good for 5 more days!

If you’ve ever suffered from unsightly skin spots or blotches, you know first hand the frustrations of suffering from sun spots (tinea versiocolor), a common, but often overlooked condition that typically affects young adults between the ages of 18-35 after exposure to sunlight, heat, or humidity. With those individuals in mind, we created ZUNSPOT®, a first-to-market product for the self-medicating consumer aimed at treating an ailment that affects more than 20 million Americans per year.

Take advantage of our Labor Day "Fun in the Zun" special and make your purchase today. The coupon code is "SUN2009E" (all caps), and is good from now through Labor Day weekend.

Click on http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp to place your order today!

Get $3 Off ZunSpot with our E-Coupon!

2009-09-01T07:14:00.000-07:00

Take advantage of our Labor Day "Fun in the Zun" special and make your purchase today. The coupon code is "SUN2009E" (all caps), and is good from now through Labor Day weekend.

Click on http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp to place your order today!

Get $3 Off ZunSpot with our E-Coupon!

2009-08-31T09:07:00.000-07:00

Hey ZunSpot fans! There are only 6 days left to get $3 OFF your purchase of ZunSpot! From now through Labor Day, use our e-coupon code, "SUN2009E" (all caps) at checkout for savings. Click on this link to place your order http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp

Get $3 Off ZunSpot with our E-Coupon!

2009-08-27T13:45:00.001-07:00

Hello ZunSpot blog fans! We're excited to bring you an exclusive offer for our Twitter, Facebook and Blogspot fans - a $3 off coupon good for your next purchase of ZunSpot!

Take advantage of our Labor Day "Fun in the Zun" special and make your purchase today. The coupon code is "SUN2009E" (all caps), and is good from now through Labor Day weekend.Click on http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp to place your order today!

Get $3 Off ZunSpot with our E-Coupon!

2009-08-26T10:18:00.001-07:00

Hello ZunSpot blog fans! We're excited to bring you an exclusive offer for our Twitter, Facebook and Blogspot fans - a $3 off coupon good for your next purchase of ZunSpot!

Take advantage of our Labor Day "Fun in the Zun" special and make your purchase today. The coupon code is "SUN2009E" (all caps), and is good from now through Labor Day weekend.
Click on http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp to place your order today!

Get $3 Off ZunSpot with our E-Coupon!

2009-08-25T10:23:00.000-07:00

Hello ZunSpot blog fans! We're excited to bring you an exclusive offer for our Twitter, Facebook and Blogspot fans - a $3 off coupon good for your next purchase of ZunSpot!

Take advantage of our Labor Day "Fun in the Zun" special and make your purchase today. The coupon code is "SUN2009E" (all caps), and is good from now through Labor Day weekend.

Click on http://zunspot.com/ordernow.asp to place your order today!

What Exactly is Tinea Versicolor?

2009-08-24T08:11:00.000-07:00

Tinea versicolor is a common fungal infection that often affects adolescents and young adults. The term versicolor refers to the fact that it causes the affected skin to change color and become either lighter or darker than surrounding skin. The most common areas it affects are the shoulders, back, and chest. At times, it can affect folds of skin, such as the crook of the arm, the skin under the breasts, or the groin. The face is usually spared, although sometimes children can get it there. There may be just a few spots or so many that it gives the appearance that the affected skin is normal while the unaffected skin around it seems to have a problem.

To learn more, click on the link below:

http://www.medicinenet.com/tinea_versicolor/article.htm

Sun Spots: Fact vs. Myth

2009-08-21T12:43:00.000-07:00

MYTH: Sun Spots are caused by the sun

FACT: Though Sun Spots are most commonly found in individuals that live in tropical areas with high humidity and high temperatures, the fungal infection is not caused by the sun. Sun exposure will only make the fungal infection more apparent. It is a common skin condition caused by an overgrowth of yeast on the skin’s surface. Other factors that may cause sun spots are: Excessive sweating, Oily skin, Hormonal changes & Immunosuppression (this is when your immune system is unable to protect your body from the growth of yeast or fungus on your skin or elsewhere).

Learn more at http://www.ZunSpot.com

Caring for the Skin You're In - More Tips!

2009-08-17T08:38:00.000-07:00

Seems this summer has been a season of Augusts, and with little rain, a lake, pool or the beach look mighty good! Certainly makes one wonder what our “normal” August is going to do. But what might the summer do to our skin?

Walker County Agent Meredith Henry, whose expertise is family and consumer sciences, spoke to the master gardeners at their August monthly meeting about the need for us to take care of our skin this summer. One might think we have heard the information plenty of times but really now, can we hear it enough? According to Henry, Texans have a one in three chance for skin cancer. Further, skin cancer rates are rising every decade.

Read the full article here: http://www.reinarena.com/orlando-day-spa/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/sun.jpg

Sun Damage: Bake Now, Pay Later

2009-08-14T07:25:00.000-07:00

Picture this: you’re lying on a white sand beach in your bikini, listening to nothing but the salty surf ebb and flow upon the shore. Sounds delightful, right? For plenty of people, summer means spending time at the shore.

And many are still willing to accept the risk of skin cancer in exchange for a glowing tan. If you’re one of them, and you’re ready to accept the risk of cancer, are you also ready to accept the way you’ll look at 40? At 50?

http://www.empowher.com/news/herarticle/2009/08/11/sun-damage-bake-now-pay-later

Get Rid of Summer Sun Damage

2009-08-13T13:50:00.000-07:00

Summer is a wonderful time especially here in Michigan with our long winters. Many of us have enjoyed outdoor activities and have not been as careful as we could have been with protecting our skin. Now the fall and winter months are approaching and now is a perfect time to get your skin back into tip top shape.

To read the complete article, visit: http://www.examiner.com/x-10505-Detroit-Spa-Examiner~y2009m8d13-Getting-rid-of-summer-sundamage

The Truth About Sunscreen

2009-08-11T06:25:00.000-07:00

We couldn't do without the sun. It keeps us warm, fuels photosynthesis so we have spinach to eat and helps our bodies make Vitamin D. We couldn't see across the street without the sun.But it also has a dark side.

If we fly too close to Old Sol, stay for too long on a beach, pool or tennis court, its UVB rays penetrate the top layers of our skin, causing sunburn. Its longer UVA rays penetrate the dermis, the next layer down, causing wrinkles, age spots and, too often, skin cancer.

Read the complete article here:

http://www.mcall.com/entertainment/all-sunscreen0810,0,4543963.story

Back-to-School Skin Care Tips

2009-08-10T11:46:00.000-07:00

As summer begins to wind down, it’s a great time to re-examine what impact those fun filled summer days and nights have done to our skin. Exposure due to longer hours in the sun and water can lead to a dry, dull appearance. Use these simple tips to revive and refresh your post summer skin.

Read the full article here:

http://www.examiner.com/x-6783-Dallas-Beauty-Examiner~y2009m8d7-Back-toSchool-skin-care-routine

Sooth Your Skin After a Sunburn

2009-08-07T07:18:00.000-07:00

As the president of skin-care and cosmetic lines Kiehl’s USA and Shu Uemura, Chris Salgardo knows he should take good care of his skin, especially during the summer. Even so, Mr. Salgardo confesses, he sometimes gets a little sunburned.

Mr. Salgardo, 39 years old, typically spends hours outside skateboarding, biking or playing basketball during the summer. While he wears sunscreen, at times,he begins to feel he’s getting too much sun. When that happens, he starts looking for a shady spot and immediately applies more sunscreen or a moisturizing body lotion. For “instant relief,” he says, he often spritzes on some water from a little spray-on canister he carries.

Read the entire article here:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB20001424052970203517304574304872792299250.html

Vitamins and Healthy Skin

2009-08-06T11:54:00.001-07:00

As we age, getting your body the things it needs becomes more important every day. This is especially true to keep the skin looking its best, as it most notably shows the effects of aging and improper care - you may do more damage to your heart, or liver, or some other part of your body, but only a doctor will know that unless you tell someone.

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.examiner.com/x-18331-Memphis-Natural-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Natural-Health-101-Anti-aging-vitamins-for-mature-skin-care

Summer Brings Fungal Infections

2009-08-05T11:03:00.000-07:00

From the Jamaica Gleaner News - The summer heat is on! It's hot and sweaty. Have you noticed a groin itch or that your toes are moist and even smelly? Men in particular are subject to the fungi that thrive in the sizzling summer. In my practice, men complain about itching in the groin, athlete's foot and excessive perspiration. Read on to find out what you can do about keeping healthy despite the steamy weather.

http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090805/health/health4.html

Fighting the Summer Humidity 'Glow'

2009-08-04T13:37:00.000-07:00

"The dog days of summer are here and lately it seems like everyone is covered with a ‘sheen’ from the humidity. It sure doesn’t help when you're wearing makeup or with those who tend to have oily skin. What’s a person to do? There are a few things to keep in mind during the summer to keep a nice glow without looking like an oil slick."

Read the rest of this article at:
http://www.examiner.com/x-18238-Newark-Natural-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d30-Summer-skin-care-fighting-the-humidity-glow

FDA Recalls Clarcon Skin Care Products

2009-08-03T08:33:00.000-07:00

The FDA has seized skin care products made by Clarcon Biological Chemistry Laboratory because they say that they maybe contaminated with a dangerous type of bacteria.

The skin care products were voluntarily recalled by the company in June, after an initial investigation showed problems.

To read the entire article, click on the link below:
http://www.dbtechno.com/health/2009/08/02/fda-seizes-citrushield-lotion-other-skin-care-products/

Great Tips on Selecting Sun Screen

2009-07-31T09:20:00.000-07:00

A great article in the San Francisco Chroncile on how to select the sun screen that's best for your skin type.

Find a sunscreen formula that fits your life and lifestyle," suggests Sandra Read, M.D., clinical instructor of dermatology at the Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. "If it's too heavy, sticky, or expensive, you're not going to wear it."

Read the rest by clicking below:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/g/a/2009/07/30/hearstmagbeauty476671.DTL

How to Avoid Heat Stroke This Summer

2009-07-30T07:55:00.000-07:00

Great blog in the New York Times on how to avoid heat stroke this summer.

A few years ago, two triathlons in Melbourne, Australia, held two months apart provided a fine if unconventional laboratory for studying heat illness. During the first event, early in the Australian summer, fifteen competitors were treated for heat illness. Three of them were diagnosed with life-threatening heat stroke. In the second similar triathlon held on another very hot, muggy day, no racers succumbed.

Read the rest here:

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/29/how-to-avoid-heatstroke/

Study: Tanning Beds as Deadly as Arsenic (AP)

2009-07-29T10:02:00.000-07:00

If you needed any more reasons to protect your skin from UV rays...

LONDON - International cancer experts have moved tanning beds and other sources of ultraviolet radiation into the top cancer risk category, deeming them as deadly as arsenic and mustard gas. For years, scientists have described tanning beds and ultraviolet radiation as "probable carcinogens."

A new analysis of about 20 studies concludes the risk of skin cancer jumps by 75 percent when people start using tanning beds before age 30. Experts also found that all types of ultraviolet radiation caused worrying mutations in mice, proof the radiation is carcinogenic. Previously, only one type of ultraviolet radiation was thought to be lethal.

Click on the link below for the complete story:

http://health.yahoo.com/news/ap/eu_med_tanning_beds_cancer.html

3 Sun Spot Myths

2009-07-28T06:05:00.000-07:00

MYTH: Sun Spots are only common in individuals with darker skin tone
FACT: Regardless of your skin type, dark- and light-skinned people are equally prone to developing sun spots.

MYTH: Sun Spots are contagious
FACT: Although it is an infection, it is not contagious, as the yeast normally lives in the skin. Some people may be genetically susceptible to sun spots. Other factors that may contribute to the development of sun spots include malnutrition, use of oral contraceptives, and hyperhidrosis. Studies have shown that a previous history of sun spots makes a person more vulnerable to future sun spots condition. The recurrence rate of sun spots after cessation of treatment is as high as 60% the first year and 80% the second year.

MYTH: Sun Spots can cause cancer
FACT: Sun Spots is a superficial fungal infection of the skin. It is harmless and not related to cancer whatsoever. But any type of over exposure to the sun can cause Melanoma which is cancer of the skin. Daily use of sunscreen is always recommended.

Welcome to the ZunSpot Blog!

2009-07-27T12:43:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the ZunSpot Skin Care Blog! Brought to you by the makers of ZunSpot. This blog will feature links to articles that provide tips on how to care for your skin, as well as new information from studies about skin care as they become available.

We encourage you to use this blog as your own open forum for sharing treatments and offering suggestions to others who are interested in skin care.

Thanks for visiting!