When on holiday, it’s easy to get carried away in your excitement at having so much sunshine. Just remember that the sun can be very strong and great care should be taken not to expose the skin for long periods without adequate skin protection. Always use high factor suntan lotion and remember to cover up during the hottest part of the day. Particular care should be taken with children and those with delicate skin. All too often we see holiday makers getting sun burnt at the start of their holiday or on their last day in a last ditch effort to get a tan !
Here are a few simple and sensible tips to enjoy the sun without getting sunburn:
- Build up time in the sun gradually
- Avoid the midday sun – between 11.00hrs and 15.00hrs
- Wear a hat and sunglasses that have UV protection
- Cover your shoulders
- Stay in the shade
- Use high protection sun cream appropriate for your skin colour
- Protect yourself whilst swimming – you can still burn in shallow water
- Don’t be fooled by a cool breeze or light cloud
- If you burn, take out the heat under a cool shower
- Apply ‘aftersun’ cream
- Avoid dehydration by drinking plenty of bottled water