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Show your skin some love

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BRUCE ASATO / BASATO@STARADVERTISER.COM
Patsy Colvin, a physician assistant at the Kenner Dermatology Center, examines the skin of co-worker Jane Stites for signs of sun damage. Colvin says serious harm might not surface for years, but meanwhile, sun exposure can leave skin rough and dehydrated.
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Sun Cushion at TheFaceShop Hawaii offers sun protection in novel form with this SPF50 product that works like an ink pad. Use the sponge to soak up the nude formula and apply it like foundation. Contains sunflower sprout extract and wears like a tinted moisturizer. It’s $33 and refills are on the way.
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Kids Natural Mineral Sun Block SPF 30 ($14.99) by Kiss My Face contains mineral sun-blocking agents, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and other effective sunscreens to provide full broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection. Natural botanicals add skin-saving benefits. Available at Whole Foods stores.
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Kitoko Sun-Defence UV Protect Spray shields hair from damaging rays that cause dryness and fading via lightweight, invisible protection featuring UV filters and such antioxidant ingredients as pomegranate, green tea and vitamins A and E. It’s $20, available at Hairscapes at Restaurant Row, Paul Maria Salon in Kaimuki, Hino’s Hairstyle and Wigs at Ala Moana Center, and other fine salons.
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Sun Bum PRO SPF 30 Face Stick is a mineral-based sunscreen designed for those who work and play hard in the sun. It goes on easily, leaves no visible residue and withstands water, wind and blazing sun. Tested and recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation. About $15 at surf and sport shops including Hawaiian South Shore at 320 Ward Ave., McCully Bicycle, Local Motion. Visit TrustTheBum.com for more locations.
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Target’s up & up Sport Spray Sunscreen was named by Consumer Reports as the top sunscreen of the year for its combination of price and protection. The SPF30 product is $5.24 at Target.com.
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BRUCE ASATO / BASATO@STARADVERTISER.COM
A skin resurfacing laser is among tools Patsy Colvin uses to treat sun damage and wrinkles at the Kenner Dermatology Center on the grounds of Castle Medical Center.