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Step 1
FRESH While gearing up for summer, be sure to buy a fresh bottle of sunscreen. Sunscreen that is more than a year old may not be as effective. If you use sunscreen as much as you should, a bottle should not last more than a season.
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Step 2
APPLY LIBERALLY Most bottles of sunscreen advise users to “apply liberally.” But how much is really enough? Apply at least 1oz. (about enough to fill a shot glass) about 30 minutes before going out in the sun. Reapply another ounce very two hours.
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Step 3
LIPS Make sure your lip gloss or chap stick contains some SPF protection. Lip gloss that does not contain sunscreen may actually increase your chances of burned lips. Ouch!
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Step 4
HAIR The best way to prevent your scalp or neck from burning is to wear a wide brimmed hat. If that doesn’t fit your look, consider a scarf while in a convertible or on a boat. If you choose not to cover your hair, apply a sprayed on sunscreen to the scalp and be sure to apply sunscreen to your neck and ears. Scalps can easily burn where your hair is parted and a ponytail exposes your tender neck.
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Step 5
CLOTHING Several companies offer all kinds of clothing with built in UV protection, either from the type of fabric, weave, or sunscreen applied to the cloth.
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Step 6
SHADE Sitting under a beach umbrella is a great idea, but does not mean that sunscreen is not needed. Sunrays reflect off sand, water, and pavement and can cause a burn even to those in the shade.
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Step 7
CARS The window glass of a car is not sufficient protection against burns. Use window screens for children in the back seat and drivers and front passengers should wear sunscreen while in the car.
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Step 8
EYES Be sure to purchase sunglasses that block UV rays to protect your eyes.
