Sun protection

Skin damage – wrinkling, premature ageing, and in time, and almost leathery appearance of the skin are common after-effects of sun exposure. Sunburn is associated with the shorter ultraviolet B (UVB). The longer wavelengths, known as ultraviolet A (UVA), however, can penetrate the skin and damage connective tissue at deeper levels, even if the skin’s surface feels cool. It is important to limit exposure to both.
Sunscreens and sunblocks:
SPF stands for “Sun Protection Factor”. An SPF should be sufficient. The effectiveness of a sunscreen is reduced if it is not applied in adequate amounts or it is washed off, rubbed off, sweated off, or removed in some other manner. For maximum effectiveness, apply your sunscreen liberally and reapply it frequently throughout the day. Sunrays are strongest between 10am and 4pm, so try and stay indoors during this time…