Protect Your Skin All Year Long

from Prince William Living August 2023

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By Erin Pittman

While summer may be coming to an end, it doesn’t mean we should stop taking the extra steps to protect our skin. Sunscreen isn’t just for the summer months filled with days at the beach, on the boat, or at the pool. Protect your skin from the sun all year long, whether you are headed to a summer oasis, on a fall hike, or just to your own backyard.

More than 3.5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States every year. The following tips can help prevent you from becoming part of that statistic: n Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF, on both sunny and cloudy days. n Apply sunscreen 15 to 20 minutes before going outside. n Reapply frequently, and allow time for it to soak in before swimming or stepping back out of the shade. n Wear light-weight, sun-protective clothing. Try a longsleeved sun shirt; many have built-in 50 SPF. n Wear sunglasses that block UV rays to protect your eyes and the delicate skin around them. n Don a sun hat, baseball cap, or bucket hat when outdoors. Hats add extra protection for your neck and face, but still use sunscreen too! n Create your own shade with a beach or regular umbrella, canopy, or canopied chair.

Remember, we don’t only experience sun damage when intentionally soaking up rays. Apply sunscreen daily to protect you during your daily commute, yard work, morning walks, and any other time you plan to be exposed to the sun.

Erin Pittman is Editor in Chief of Prince William Living. She’s a lover of the sun and can frequently be found chasing her children with SPF 30, after applying to herself of course.

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