You wrinkly old bag. It’s not exactly the nickname you want to be called, but living in sunny Miami, it’s certainly a possibility. And now that Miami’s reached an 11+ on the UV Index (code for not good) you might want to do something before your skin starts to look like a piece of KFC extra crispy chicken.
Enter the Road to Healthy Skin Tour. The 38-foot customized RV is rolling into town April 2 through 4 for a little epidermis education. The Skin Cancer Foundation teamed up with Aveeno and Rite Aid to help you keep your skin from looking like a sizzling strip of bacon with free doctor consultations.
Think you’re immune to severe sun damage? Think again. Last year, the Road to Healthy Skin Tour found more than 32,000 suspected skin cancers and more than 39 suspected cases of melanoma. With skin cancer being the most common form of cancer in the U.S. and also the most preventable and curable (if caught in time), you’d better get yourself straight over to the bus. You can stock up on free samples of Aveeno Continuous Protection SPF 55 and get free tips for fending off those rays, like what to look for in a sunscreen.
The bus will be making stops on Washington Avenue on Thursday, Lincoln Road on Friday and John U. Lloyd Beach State Park on Sunday. And just like last-minute flossing for your dentist appointment, lathering on the SPF right before won’t reverse the damage you’ve already done. So put on a brave face, head over to the bus and get started on salvaging that skin. With the money you’ll save on this free outing, you may be able to buy a new bag, instead of looking like an old one.
