As we have mentioned before, there are many precautions to take before going out and spending time in the sun. However, there are some more things to avoid once you are already in the sun. Since summer in now in full force, and vacations and time outside will be happening, now is the perfect time to further discuss sun safety. Below, you will find some things to avoid doing while in the sun.
- Apply sunscreen
- Sunscreen should be applied 15-30 minutes before going out into the sun
- Allow sunscreen to dry completely, before starting to sweat or getting in water
- Applying before going in the sun is a preventative measure to take to avoid burning
- Using weak sunscreen
- You should always use a sunscreen that is SPF 15 or higher
- When it comes to sunscreen, the higher the SPF, the better
- Make sure your sunscreen is water resistant so it does not wash off immediately
- Reaaply your sunscreen every 2 hours
- Excessive exercise
- Not to say you should not exercise at all, but it should be limited when the temperature is above 80 degrees with 50-100% humidity
- It is much easier to dehydrate when exercising excessively in the heat
- Forgetting to hydrate
- When in the sun, you should be constantly hydrating, even if just sitting still
- You can check your hydration level by the color of your urine. It should be a pale yellow-clear. If it is more of a bright color, more water is needed
- Forgetting eye protection
- Constant exposure to the sun can cause major damage to your eyes if they are not protected
- You may notice irritation, redness and dryness if the sun is beginning to damage your eyes
- Always remember sunglasses or a hat to prevent this type of damage to your eyes
- Forgetting to eat
- Often times, being outside in the heat makes you have a loss of appetite. So, be sure to eat often even if you're not feeling hungry
- Allowing yourself to not eat all day could create overeating later in the day.
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