How to Protect Your Skin from Sun Damage
There is no denying that a bit of sunlight is great for us. The sun aids your body in producing vitamin D, which is ideal for healthy muscle and development. However, excess exposure to the sun can be dangerous to our health. It can lead to sunburns and the risk of developing skin cancer. Let’s look at some simple methods to protect against harmful UV rays.
Sunscreen is essential for sun protection
SPF( sun protection factor) from sunblock helps protect from skin damage, including premature aging, sunburn, and skin cancer. You should apply sun cream 15 to 30 minutes before stepping outdoors and reapply every 2 hours.
Use sunscreen or sunblock on exposed skin
The sun’s UV rays can penetrate through clothing. Apply sunscreen on the face, neck, around the eyes, ears, lips, and anywhere exposed to sunlight. This helps prevent premature aging and cancerous growths such as melanoma from forming in your ears or eyelids.
Reapply sunscreen after heavy sweating or swimming
You must reapply sunscreen every hour if you’re swimming or sweating heavily. When you’re out in the sun for a long time, such as on a beach trip or at an outdoor concert, it’s important to reapply sunscreen every two hours. And if you’re swimming or sweating heavily (or both), it’s best to reapply sunblock more frequently. Dermatologists recommend every 20–30 minutes.
Cover up
In addition to applying sunscreen, always wear a shirt and hat when you’re outside. Also, if you have sensitive skin that burns quickly. The sun’s rays lead to fast skin aging and increased cancer risks.
The best time to be outside is in the morning (before 10 am) when UV rays are less intense and tend to be less damaging. Wear quality sunglasses that block 99% UVA and UVB rays to prevent the effects above.
Conclusion
The tips above will help protect your skin from harmful sun rays. Remember that sunblock, wearing protective clothing and shade help. Following these tips, you’ll enjoy the outdoors without worrying about getting burned.