Safe Sun Tips
- Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher, apply it liberally and often. Use sunscreens with wide spectrum UV blocking activity (look for the following ingredients when you buy a sunscreen: zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and/or Parsol 1789).
- Wear protective clothing - wear a hat that shades your face, ears and the back of your neck - wear long sleeved shirts - pick bright colors like blue, orange, or yellow - choose more tightly woven clothes - if you want extra protection, you can purchase UV-protective clothing
- Wear sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection.
- Avoid tanning beds. If you want a tan, use a self-tanner (and don't forget to apply sunscreen on top of the fake tan).