If you’re going to be in the sun, be sure to generously
apply a broad-spectrum, water resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher.
Sunscreen should be applied to all exposed skin, even during winter or cloudy
days. For prolonged outdoor activity, use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or
higher. It should be reapplied roughly every two hours and right after swimming
or sweating.
Other sun-safe habits:
Wear protective
clothing such as a
long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-protection sunglasses,
where possible.
Seek shade when available, especially between 10 a.m.
and 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest.
Use extra caution
near water, sand, and snow, because
they reflect and intensify the rays of the sun, which can increase your chances
of sunburn and skin damage.
Avoid tanning
booths and beds. Ultraviolet
light from the sun and indoor tanning can cause skin cancer and wrinkling.
Perform regular
self-skin examinations. If you notice
anything changing, growing, or bleeding on your skin, see a dermatologist.
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