Sun Cream & Sunscreen Tips

Sun Cream & Sunscreen Tips

The following tips are useful to know how to wear sunscreen.

1. As the UV rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., avoid going out during this time. The sun's rays are stronger at closer to the tropics i.e. higher altitudes and lower latitudes.
2. Sunscreen or sun cream should be applied 20-30 minutes before you go out in the sun. It needs the opportunity to penetrate your skin to protect it.
3. Choose a sunscreen that blocks both UVB and UVA and has a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15, SPF 30 (better) and SPF 70 for the face. Wear tightly woven clothes, sun glasses and a broad hat.

   Slip, Slap, Slop

   In Australia, the slogan to reduce the effects of sun damage is "Slip, slap, slop".
   Slip on a tee-shirt
   slap on a hat and
   slop on some sun cream.
4. Apply very liberally to all areas of your body that are exposed.
5. You should also apply sunscreen mixed with water on lips and hair before going out in sun, otherwise your lips will become chapped and dry and hair brittle.
6. Re-apply your sunscreen every 2 hours, and even more often if you are swimming or camping. Reapply frequently even if it says water resistant or all-day protection.
7. You should apply sunscreen even on cloudy days. The UV rays are not blocked by clouds. Note that snow, water and ice all reflect the sun's harmful UV (ultra violet) rays. The reflection of sun's ultraviolet rays from water, pools, oceans, lakes, snow, sand or buildings can intensify the effect. Sunlight can also penetrate water up to several metres deep, so take care while swimming.