Interview with Dermatologist Dr. Jeanine B. Downie about Sunscreen
For today’s post, I am proud to have Dr. Jeanine B. Downie, a board-certified dermatologist, on board. Dr. Downie is the director of her own practice, image Dermatology P.C. in Montclair, N.J, with training in all aspects of dermatology, including cosmetic dermatology, laser and dermatologic surgery.
FutureDerm: What SPF do you recommend that your patients use every day?
Dr. Downie: An SPF 30 or higher
FutureDerm: I have read recently that daily use of a high SPF (over 50) can make the skin overly sensitive. Is this true? If so, why?
Dr. Downie: No, absolutely not true. It’s actually the contrary and no protection over time will make your skin more sensitive. Additionally, if you’re allergic, use a sunscreen that is hypoallergenic.
FutureDerm: How many skin cancer patients do you see each year?
Dr. Downie: In an average week, 20-30 patients and my Physician Assistant sees an additional 20-30 patients a week.
FutureDerm: What has been your most rewarding case?
Dr. Downie: When I was training at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, I had a patient that came in who was told she had dirt under her toe. I was immediately able to identify it as skin cancer. Even though it was a late diagnosis by the time she came to see me, she only lost her toe and not her life.
FutureDerm: What sun protection products are your favorite and why?
Dr. Downie: AVEENO, Neutrogena, MD Forte and Alyria are all great sunscreens and offer great protection in an SPF of 30 or higher.
[...] Wear a sunscreen of at least SPF 30 everyday, and try to wear sun-protective clothing, including a hat. The effectiveness of ultraviolet protective clothing is measured by Ultraviolet Protection Factor, or UPF. Unlike SPF, which quantifies only UVB protection, UPF incorporates both UVA and UVB (broad-spectrum) protection. In general, according to Dr. Leslie Baumann, a UPF of 10 equals protection of about SPF 30. Sunscreen pills, such as Murad Pomphenol Sunguard Supplement ($35.00, Amazon.com), have also been found to boost sun protection by as much as 25%. [...]
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Comment by Olivia | June 3, 2008
SPF30+ is the way to go.
Comment by Joyce | June 16, 2008