By PopSugar, Allure
It's understandable—basking in the sun is one of the best parts of summer. But putting yourself at risk for skin cancer and premature aging is not quite as relaxing. Whether you're heading to the pool or the beach over the next few weeks or just chilling on your back lawn, use these few key tips to enjoy the heat without risking your skin's health.
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If you're going to lie out, do:
• Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ about 30 minutes before you go out, since it takes time for the active ingredients to take effect.
• Set a timer on your phone to reapply sunscreen every two hours (or every 40 to 80 minutes if you're swimming, depending on your product's labeling).
• Take a floppy hat and sunglasses that will protect your face and neck. Opt for a long-sleeved cover-up to get even more defense from harmful UV rays.
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• Bring an umbrella. While it might seem obvious, the more time you can spend under the shade, the less likely you'll be to get burned or dehydrated.
• Limit your time in the sun. If you have fair skin and go out without sunscreen, you could get a sunburn in 30 minutes or less. For darker skin tones, the time limit could be up to an hour. To be on the safe side, keep the sunscreen on hand.
If you're going to lie out, don't:
• Overload on liquor or sweet snacks. Sugary drinks and alcohol can aid in dehydration. When you plan to spend hours in the sand, it's better to stick to water.
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• Head outdoors when the sun is at its highest intensity, which ranges from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
• Forget to apply protection to the areas that are easily forgotten: your upper ears, hairline and part, underarms, the tops of your feet, your eyelids, and under your straps.
• Slather on baby oil. Enough said.
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If you're going to lie out, do:
• Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ about 30 minutes before you go out, since it takes time for the active ingredients to take effect.
• Set a timer on your phone to reapply sunscreen every two hours (or every 40 to 80 minutes if you're swimming, depending on your product's labeling).
• Take a floppy hat and sunglasses that will protect your face and neck. Opt for a long-sleeved cover-up to get even more defense from harmful UV rays.
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• Bring an umbrella. While it might seem obvious, the more time you can spend under the shade, the less likely you'll be to get burned or dehydrated.
• Limit your time in the sun. If you have fair skin and go out without sunscreen, you could get a sunburn in 30 minutes or less. For darker skin tones, the time limit could be up to an hour. To be on the safe side, keep the sunscreen on hand.
If you're going to lie out, don't:
• Overload on liquor or sweet snacks. Sugary drinks and alcohol can aid in dehydration. When you plan to spend hours in the sand, it's better to stick to water.
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• Head outdoors when the sun is at its highest intensity, which ranges from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
• Forget to apply protection to the areas that are easily forgotten: your upper ears, hairline and part, underarms, the tops of your feet, your eyelids, and under your straps.
• Slather on baby oil. Enough said.
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