Acne
List two things you can do to prevent acne.
1. Wash your face twice a day (typically when you wake up and before you go to bed) 2. Keep your skin moisturized
What is eczema?
Eczema is a chronic skin condition that causes patches of red, itchy, dry and/or swollen skin. Not dangerous, but very painful and irritating.
True or False? Skin cancer is the number one most common type of cancer in the US.
True! Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer.
What does SPF stand for?
Sun Protection Factor. The higher the number of SPF, the greater protection the sunscreen gives.
What is body art?
The main two types of body art are tattoos and piercings.
What causes acne?
It can be caused by many different things, but the most common cause is higher levels of hormones which cause oil production to increase, resulting in clogged pores.
Where on the body is skin affected by eczema?
Anywhere! Eczema causes patches of red, itchy, dry, and/ or swollen skin in any area.
What does UV rays stand for?
Ultraviolet rays.
What is suggested to do after getting a tattoo or piercing to take care of it?
Follow the given instructions the tattoo artist gives you, such as cleansing it for a certain amount of time. If these rules are not followed, infection risk is very high.
What are pores?
Pores are hair follicles underneath the skin that have oil producing glands.
What are common causes of eczema?
Eczema can be triggered by colds or minor illnesses, as well as irritating substances, as well as stress.
What is skin cancer usually caused by?
Usually it is caused by UV (ultra violet) rays from the sun.
True or False? You can get sunburned and/or skin cancer on a cloudy day without the use of correct protection.
True! The UV index each day is not determined by the amount of sun. Therefore the UV rays can still cause sunburn and/or skin cancer no matter rain or shine.
What percent of Americans have a tattoo or piercing? A.%48 B.%24 C.%13
B, 24 percent of Americans have a tattoo or piercing! And, 16 percent of them got it before turning 18.
What is Cystic acne?
A severe type of acne that requires medical treatment.
What are some methods to lessen the effects and/or causes of eczema?
Applying lotion or cream when the skin is damp will help (because it locks in the moisture)
How long does it take for skin to be damaged by the sun?
About 15 minutes. The UV rays from the sun can damage your skin and cause skin cancer very easily without correct protection.
It depends. If the tattoo is given at a clean facility with sterilized equipment, it is relatively safe. But, if it is in someones garage with unclean supplies, diseases like HIV can be transmitted.
What’s something you can do if you have severe acne?
You can contact a dermatologist. They will prescribe medication and recommend things that will help.
What is another name for eczema?
Dermatitis.
True or False: Sunlamps, tanning beds, and tanning booths are just as dangerous as the sun because of the UV rays.
True! It’s recommended to avoid these things because they can cause skin cancer because of the UV rays.
What are UV rays?
An invisible type of radiation that emanates from the sun, tanning beds, and sun lamps.
What infections can be caused by needles that aren't sterilized?
Hepatitis and HIV. If needles aren't sterilized or clean, infection can be caused. It is more safe to go to a licensed place because they use sterilized equipment.