Things To Know About Sunscreen

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I know I need to use sunscreen before I go outside but how much and how often and all that? Here are the answers I found: * Choose the highest SPF in the sunscreen you choose to use. Don't think that a lower SPF will boost your body's levels of Vitamin D. Studies have shown that levels of vitamin D are not affected by a higher SPR sunscreen. * Apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before going outside. Then reapply every two hours. Be sure to apply the sunscreen under clothing edges to ensure good coverage. * Whether you use roll-on or spray sunscreen you should apply for several passes over any given area. Two-finger lengths of sunscreen to cover your face and an entire shot glass is the right amount for your body. Apply it liberally and remember more is more. * Discard old sunscreen if it has a pungent or unusual odor and, if its consistency has changed. For example, if it has become grainy or runny. Or if it has changed in color. * When choosing a sunscreen ensure that it protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Perfume-free and fragrance-free are best. * Sunscreen should not be the only protection against skin cancer. It is smart to set in the shade and use an umbrella when possible. The picture is courtesy of Dreamtime.