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Why is staying sun safe a necessity?

Being outside is fun and healthy; however, it may become a problem if sun safety is not applied properly. Sun protection is a necessity, as it helps prevent some skin cancers, getting sunburnt and can cause less wrinkles and aging skin.

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The Five S’s of Sun Safety

Slip on sun-protective clothing

The best protection against the sun rays is UV protective clothing. When in water, the best sun-protective clothing is +50 UPF swimwear which gives you up to 98% sun protection.

Slop on SPF 30+ sunscreen

Always use a sun protection factor sunscreen 30 or above for the best protection from UV rays. Don’t forget to wait 20 minutes before going outdoors.

Slap on a hat

A wide brimmed or legionnaires hat is preferred in order to shade and protect more features.

Slide on some UV protective sunglasses

In order to protect the eyes from harmful solar UV radiation, a pair of UV protective sunglasses are always the best option.

Seek shade

Whenever possible, seek shade as it provides a barrier between the sun and skin.

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References

https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information/causes-and-prevention/sun-safety/be-sunsmart

https://www.skcin.org/sunSafetyAndPrevention/theFiveSsOfSunSafety.htm

“My favorite way to stay sun safe is to wear UV protective swimwear. This means I don’t have to keep rubbing and re-rubbing sun lotion into my skin. I can enjoy a whole day at the beach without turning into a lobster.”

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How to be sunsafe in Australia & Protect your skin from UV Sun Rays

DON’T HIDE IN THE SHADOWS THIS SUMMER

Sun Safe Facts:

There are many reasons to hide in the shade this summer. Too much exposure to the sun is the main cause of premature aging and skin cancer. The Sun’s uva rays and uvb rays damage the elastin and cause a loss of collagen in our skin; this in turn creates wrinkles. The sun rays can also cause skin discoloration and roughness. But when the risk goes beyond purely cosmetic it can cause anxiety and stress. I have put together a list of 7 ways you can stay sun safe so you don’t have to give up your summer fun.

USE SUN BLOCK – Always wear a lotion that protects against UV sun rays. Apply SPF 15 or a higher sunscreen on all exposed areas to get great sun ray protection. When swimming or enjoying water sports a water-resistant sunscreen should to be used. Reapply at least every two hours or immediately after swimming.

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WEAR A HAT – Select a wide-brimmed hat or legionnaires hat that shades your face, neck and ears.

CUT DOWN THE AMOUNT OF TIME SPENT IN SUN – If simply staying out of the sun isn’t practical or fun. Cutting down your time in direct sunlight can benefit you greatly. Seek out shaded areas under awnings or trees and minimize your time in the direct sun.

WEAR SUN GLASSES – Use UV-filtering sunglasses with a sun protection factor of at least 30.

TRY TO AVOID MIDDAY SUNSHINE – The best time to avoid sun exposure is midday sun is when the UV rays are most potent. If you can, avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

PURCHASE SUN SAFE SWIMWEAR – Look for swimsuits with a UPF of at least +30 so that you know you’re getting effective sun protection. Choose garments that cover more skin consider a rash guard, swim shirt & swim shorts or pants. Ocean Road Swimwear products are made out of close knit, elasticated fabrics that cover your body without weighing you down. Make sure you purchase the right size. Overstretching will lower the Ultra Violet Protection.

BE AWARE OF DOUBLE UV EXPOSURE – UV light can bounce off surfaces such as water, and glass hitting your skin twice and increasing the intensity of exposure.

Remember, you don’t have to hide in the shadows to be sun safe. If you follow these 7 sun safety rules you can enjoy UV protection all summer, stress free. At Ocean Road Swimwear we design sun protective swimwear so you can have peace of mind, whist feeling comfortable and looking fantastic.

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