How To Avoid Sunlight Exposure

Use SPF 30 or higher sunscreen every day, regardless of the weather. The sun’s rays can still hurt your skin even when it’s cold, rainy, or cloudy outside. Even if you’re not planning on being outside for long, your skin can still benefit from the regular application of sunscreen. Choose a product that is SPF 30 or higher and that offers protection against both UVA and UVB radiation. Apply it to your face and any other areas of your body that won’t be covered by clothes.^[1]

• Don’t forget your lips! Use a lip balm every day that contains SPF to keep your lips from getting sunburnt.
• A lot of cosmetic brands offer regular- or tinted-SPF moisturizers that you can use on a daily basis to help protect your skin. These may be better for your skin if you’re prone to acne.

Avoid being outside while the sun is at its strongest. The hours from 10 am to 4 pm are generally the ones during which the sun’s rays are at their strongest. If you’re going to spend time outside, try to do so during the early morning or late evening hours to avoid getting a tan.

Pay attention to the length of your shadow—if it’s shorter than you, the sun is shining strongly. If it’s longer than you, that means the rays aren’t as dangerous.