How can I protect myself from too much sun exposure? It’s easy! Here are the top 10 tips to help keep you and your family protected.
Sun exposure is a major cause of skin cancer, the most dangerous type is melanoma and can be fatal if not treated. Doctors recommend taking precautions to avoid sun exposure. The UV Index i s a system to measure how much protection you need against overexposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunlight.
It’s based on how much UV radiation reaches Earth’s surface and doesn’t take into account other factors like cloud cover or pollution. The UV Index is a scale from 1 to 11+, with higher numbers indicating greater levels of sun exposure. Sunburns can happen in just 15 minutes, so it’s important to know when you’ve had enough exposure and need to go indoors or apply sunscreen.
- Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when it’s strongest, and seek shade when outside during these hours if possible.
- Limit time outdoors: Even on cloudy days, limit your time outdoors to less than 15 minutes at a time without sunscreen on exposed skin (about 30 minutes total).
- Look for shade trees: Find some shade trees that provide cover from the sun and wind while you’re outside with kids playing sports or enjoying your yard.
- When exposed to sun outdoors: Make sure to wear a wide-brimmed hat or use an umbrella to protect your face and head.
- Apply sunscreen: every two hours toall exposed areas, including your hands, feet, ears and lips (or wear lip balm with SPF). Even if it is cloudy or you are indoors for a long period of time.
- Use extra caution: Whenever you are near water, snow, sand, concrete, or other reflective surfaces that can intensify UV rays up to threefold.
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TO USE : Apply generously and evenly to body, 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every two hours, or after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating.
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Natural mineral sunscreen provides protection against harmful UV rays. Feels so light! Offers immediate protection—no extra time needed for absorption.
BENEFITS
• Made with a safe, natural ingredient like mineral zinc oxide
• SPF 25
• Vegan, GMO-free, gluten-free
• Hypoallergenic, non-greasy, non-whitening
• Free of UV chemical filters (avobenzone and oxybenzone)
• Free of silicone, parabens, phthalates and artificial fragrances
• Reef-friendly: safe for marine and aquatic life including coral reefs
TO USE: Apply generously and evenly to face and neck, 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every two hours.
What are the ways you avoid sun exposure?
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