Happy August everybody! ^-^
Today's post is yet another post with Summer tips, because there are some things in the Summer it would be really useful to have some tips and advice on.
I am going to post about staying safe from the sun, because even though enjoying the sun outside is fun, excess exposure without protection can cause problems. The most notable are increased risk of skin cancer and also sunburn, which is a painful condition that is quite common in the Summer months. With the sun shining down on us this month, we need to know how to stay safe and enjoy the sun without suffering from sunburn! :D
Follow the tips below, and you won't have red stinging areas on your skin again!
- Sun cream- Use a sun cream of an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 15. For sensitive individuals, you might want to use a higher SPF. The SPF is clearly displayed on the packaging, so make sure you pick what is right for you! I currently use sun cream with an SPF of 50 before going out into the sun. Apply the cream to all exposed areas (usually arms, legs and face) before going outside into the sun for long periods of time, and apply it again after a few hours in the sun and after going in water.
- Sun hat- Sun hats help a lot, to protect your head from all that sun. In fact, the sun's rays can give headaches if you stay out for too long, so if you know you are going to be out in the sun for a long period of time take a sun hat with you! You don't need to wear it ALL the time, but it's sensible to have it with you.
- Sun glasses- UV rays can also damage the eyes if exposed for too long, and it's why you have been advised since childhood not to look directly at the sun. Wear sun glasses to protect your eyes from the sun, but it's still not an excuse to look directly at the sun!!!
- Stay in the shade if you can- sure, enjoy your time in the sun, but be sure to take breaks in the shade frequently so you don't get too tired out there! It also reduces your exposure to harmful UV rays, so take breaks often and make sure to go in the shade!
- Hydrate! It's easy to get dehydrated in the summer, click here for hydration tips!
- Remember the hottest part of the day tends to be between 11am and 3pm.
-Queen Pickle
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