As summer approaches, the warm sun encourages us to spend more time outdoors. While enjoying outdoor activities is undoubtedly refreshing, it is crucial to prioritize sun protection to keep our skin safe from harmful UV rays. Sunburns, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer are just some of the potential consequences of excessive sun exposure. But you won’t need to worry about that because we have a few simple precautions and sun-safe habits. Read this article and be sure that you can enjoy the summer while keeping your skin healthy and protected. And if you’re looking for some fun ideas for the summer, check out Pinterest for some inspiration.

Sunscreen

There’s no talk about the sun and summer without mentioning sunscreen as it should be your absolute best friend. Look for sunscreen that has an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 30 or higher and make sure you apply it generously to all exposed skin at least 15 minutes before sun exposure. Remember to reapply every two hours or more frequently if you are more sensitive or go swimming. This will save you from sunburns, but will also keep your skin safe long-term. Even more, if you have tattoos, you need to be careful and always apply sunscreen on them so that they don’t get discolored and damaged through the years.

Fashion protection

In addition to the almighty sunscreen, accessories like umbrellas, hats, and scarves can provide extra protection against the sun’s rays. And we love a stylish and practical moment, especially when it’s about accessories. So if you’re going to the beach, make sure you take your umbrella with you. If not, wearing a peaked hat as these flat caps from Keilys during the summer will also protect you from sun fever and will double as a fashion statement. So you want to stock up on some stylish hats and scarves for the season, to make sure you’re protected and stylish.

Stay in the shade

When the sun’s rays are the strongest, typically between 10 am and 4 pm, leave out the other options and seek shade whenever possible. Sometimes, you can’t fight the heat of the sun, and it’s better to stay sheltered for a couple hours instead of damaging your skin. Pay attention to this time slot when you’re planning on having a tanning session. You will expose your skin to the strongest sun rays and burn instead of getting a nice uniform tan. If you do go out during that time of day, make sure you apply all other recommendations. This will reduce your direct exposure to the sun and minimize the risk of sunburn even in the hot slot.