General sun sense
1
Time flies when you are preoccupied, so
add a timer on your phone or watch to remind you to reapply sunscreen every few
hours, and to seek shade during the hottest part of the da
2
Drink often and preferably with water as
this is the best way to hydrate. Keep a reusable bottle topped up and at hand
3
If you are gardening or working in an
area which receives full sun, why not put up a makeshift umbrella/parasol, sun
tent/gazebo or choose a spot in the shade instead?
4
The UV Index scale is a great tool to
tell you how quickly sunburn can occur. When the UV index hits 3, use sun
protection and watch out for surfaces like sand which can reflect UV light
5
Greenhouses and polytunnels can protect
skin against UVB rays which cause burning, however not UVA ray which causes
premature ageing, so take the same precautions as if you were gardening
outside.
6
A tan is a great way to prematurely age
your skin, encourage age spots and thread veins, as well as heightening the
possibility of developing something more serious.
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