Best ways to protect your skin

• Sun protection is essential to protecting your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. Here is your daily sun protection checklist:

  • Long-sleeve shirts and pants

  • Wide brim hats

  • UV protective sunglasses

  • Seek shade whenever possible (especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)

  • Broad spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 and +)

  • Avoid deliberate sun bathing and indoor tanning

    • Fake tanning and cosmetic bronzers are safe alternatives to tanning beds!