Do you apply enough sunscreen?

Enjoy the sun the safest way

There is nothing nicer than a hot sunny day and while it is tempting to go out in the lovely sunshine and to soak up some rays there are also some risks. Looking after your skin in the sun is key and will prevent you from getting painful sunburn. Make sure you are prepared and look after your skin when you go outdoors, but still get the benefits of being in the sun in a safe way.  You have already learned that between 11am and 3pm is when the sun is likely to be at its strongest and that you can burn even when it is cloudy. A good sunscreen will have a high sun protection (SPF) and the higher the number the better. Any above 15 is good and if you have fairer skin you'll need to find something stronger, while having a broad spectrum sunscreen that protects from ultraviolet A radiation (UVA) and ultraviolet B radiation (UVB) is best. 

How do you apply your sunscreen?

Surprisingly most of you don't apply enough sunscreen. As a guide, adults should aim to apply around two teaspoons of sunscreen if you're just covering your head, arms and neck, while if you want to cover your entire body while wearing a swimming costume you'll need to apply 2 tablespoons worth. If you apply it too thinly the amount of protection it will give you will be less. If you are worried you may not be applying enough try a higher factor sunscreen to be safe.
To avoid burning make sure you apply your screen 30 minutes before you go out, then again just before you do go out and should be applied liberally to any exposed skin including your face, neck and ears. If you have thinning or no hair remember to put some on your head too. A wide brimmed hat is good as it will offer extra protection to your face and head.

Swimming and sunscreen

Whatever you may think water or seawater will wash your sunscreen off even if the product claims to be water resistant. The cooling effect of the water could also make you think you're not getting burned and because water reflects ultraviolet (UV) rays it increases your exposure. Water-resistant sunscreen is still best if you sweat a lot or have contact with water even so water resistant or not any sunscreen should be reapplied straight after you've been in water and after towel drying, sweating, or when it may have rubbed off. If you are not sure, just apply some more sunscreen and play it safe. It is better to apply more and avoid getting burnt rather than to hope nothing happens and getting caught out.

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