BEAT THE HEAT THIS SUMMER WITH THESE SIMPLE TIPS
1. Choose a sunscreen with both UVA and UVB protection. Most sunscreens only cover UVB. Make sure you choose one that covers BOTH.
2. Choose a sunscreen with high SPF. The higher the SPF, the more protected your skin likely will be.
3. Tips #1 and #2 will help keep your skin safe in sun. But that’s no reason to bake your skin or “lay out”. Whenever possible, sit in the shade or under an umbrella, wear a hat with a brim that covers your face and neck, and NEVER aim your face directly at the sun.
4. Botox. Did you know Botox can be helpful in the summer months as a preventative measure against skin wrinkling? Since you will be squinting and frowning from the sun’s bright rays, consider Botox treatments to prevent those creases from turning into deep wrinkles.
5. Sun protective clothing are a good option for the outdoor athlete, volleyball player, and kids who will be playing in this sand. This lightweight fabric is weaved in a way that blocks most of the sun’s harmful ray from penetrating and harming your skin. When used in conjunction with sunscreen, sun protective clothing offers excellent protection. Look for sun protective clothing with a UPF ( a measurement for sun protective fabric) of 30 or greater.