Completeness of facial self-application of sunscreen in cosmetic surgery patients

Cutis. 2017 Jun;99(6):E16-E18.

Abstract

Previous studies have demonstrated incomplete sunscreen self-application to various facial regions in cosmetic surgery patients, but there is no scientific research on the completeness of facial and periocular sunscreen self-application using ultraviolet (UV) photography for assessment. This prospective, cross-sectional, qualitative study aimed to assess completeness of facial application of sunscreen in oculofacial surgery patients at the Duke Eye Center (Durham, North Carolina). Forty-four participants were enrolled, and completeness of facial sunscreen self-application was assessed using UV photography.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Cross-Sectional Studies
  • Face
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Prospective Studies
  • Skin Neoplasms / prevention & control*
  • Sunscreening Agents / administration & dosage*
  • Surgery, Plastic

Substances

  • Sunscreening Agents