Dr Goodlerner was interviewed for this article.
Here are some highlights in case you missed it…..

According to Torrance’s Dr. Susan Goodlerner,
a board certified dermatologist and associate professor of dermatology at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. “The key element in summer is sun protection, and with a lot of sunscreens on the market it’s difficult to know which one to pick,” Goodlerner said.

Many people assume that when it comes to sunscreen, the trick is to pick one with a high SPF number, because it provides more protection than a lower SPF. But that’s not the whole story. SPF — Sun Protection Factor — is the measuring stick for how well a substance blocks UVB rays, the ultraviolet rays from the sun that cause burning “The important thing to look for is an ingredient that protects against both UVB and UVA rays with a SPF of at least 30,” she said. “There are several ingredients you can use. I often recommend one with zinc oxide (it is the most sweat and water resistant ingredient.” Other ingredients to look for in a broad-spectrum sunscreen include titanium dioxide, avo benzone and octyl methoxycinnamate. Zinc oxide now can be purchased in a clear form instead of the thick, white cream that once was associated with lifeguards.-

(Available in our office in July, a new broad spectrum sunscreen Anthelios #40 with Mexoryl which some studies show is better than zinc oxide for UVA protection)

The American Academy of Dermatology advises wearing sunscreen every day of the year, on any part of your body not protected by clothing, if you are outside for any time at all. Even in cloudy weather, up to 80 percent of the sun's ultraviolet rays can reach you. And if you are at the beach, sand reflects the sun, hitting you with a 25 percent greater force. Most people don’t wear enough sunscreen, according to the academy, which recommends an ounce per usage reapplied every two hours if you remain in the sun, more frequently if you are in the water. It’s important not to forget a sun-blocking lip balm.

Those who forgo the sunscreen regimen are at a much greater risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma, which kills more than 8,000 Americans annually, according to the academy.
A periodic self-exam is recommended for everyone, and those with dark moles should have regular checkups with a dermatologist. Even if you don’t wind up with cancer, sunburn can cause wrinkles and premature aging to our largest organ

If your complexion is getting a touch leathery, the most successful remedies are topical antioxidants. “There have been some studies that show good reversal in sun damage with topical Vitamin C,” Goodlerner said. “Or there’s Vitamin C plus Vitamin E, and other combinations of antioxidants.
“A powerful antioxidant that has proven to be effective is idebenone, which is sold under the name Prevage, or Prevage MD, which is prescription strength,” she said. Prevage runs about $125 for 1.7 ounces. The same dollar amount could likely keep you in sunscreen for years. To further your protection, there are also several lines of clothes and hats that protect against UVA and UVB rays.

Now you're ready to face the sun, so to speak.