How To Enjoy Time In The Sun Safely

I t is nearly impossible to stay away from the sun, no matter what weather it is. Be it indoors or outdoors, protection from the sun is integral for humans to live a long and healthy, risk-free life. In this case, you might wonder how to enjoy time in the sun safely. 

We are no strangers to the common adverse effects that time out in the sun brings to us. While some people may experience prickly heat rashes, others may be prone to getting sunburns, eye damage, and premature wrinkles.

Excessive time in the sun may cause eczema flare-ups, dehydration, fatigue, lethargy, etc. Recently, more and more awareness over the harmful UV rays from the sun has caused an aversion within people to go outdoors. 

Miss going out in the sun without persistently worrying over safety? Here's how to enjoy time out in the sun safely. 

1. Protect in Style!

Choosing lighter and airier fabrics is essential when stepping outside in the sun. Understanding which material is appropriate for wearing out in the sun is to see whether sunlight is penetrating through it. If you can see the sunlight pass through the fabric, it is more susceptible to UV rays getting through and damaging your skin. However, the extreme sunburns and tan lines may be temporary, but they can increase risks for skin cancer in the long run!

2. Safety Shades

One way to protect yourself from ultraviolet rays is by staying underneath a shade. Radiation from the sun is usually the highest around 11p.m to 3 p.m. If avoidable, refrain from stepping out in the sun during these four hours. If not, create nests to hide underneath from the sun. Build canopies, go inside tents, sit below trees. As you take these measures, keep in mind that using these shelters may reduce overall exposure to the sun, but UV rays can get through fabrics and bounce back from the ground. 

3. Protect Your Eyes

Like skin, our eyes, too, are under threat by the sun's UV rays. These damages reveal themselves over time and are not detectable at first. A fact most of you probably didn't know was that your corneas may develop sunburns too! Not only this but there may be a long list of long-term damaging diseases that may form as a result of sun damage. This is why it is vital to protect your eyes with 100% UV protection sunglasses. Choose a style that covers your eyelids and the skin around them. 

4. Summer Hats

Your neck, forehead, nose, and ears are the most common sites of skin cancer. The reason behind this is that these sites are more exposed to the sun than the rest of our bodies. Now that we've learned how to protect most of our bodies, let's address the frequently asked question. How do I protect my nose, ears, and neck? Well. The answer to this is hats. Choose a hat that suits your fashion sense and doesn't hinder your day-to-day work etiquette. Broad rimmed are the most effective at sun protection. 

5. Sunscreen Your Way Through Life

Social media has spread awareness for sun damage and sunscreens to a great extent. To help cover nooks and corners of the body that may still be under threat from ultraviolet radiations, there is nothing better than a good inorganic or chemical sunscreen, depending on what suits your skin the most. Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 is important as the bare minimum before you step out.

If you choose not to wear hats with wide rims, sunscreen is an effective way to protect your ears and neck. It would be best to find a sunscreen with the highest amount of SPF present. Do not forget to read instructions for application before usage.

Here are some ways to enjoy time in the sun safely. The key is to be consistent with all five of these tips. Do not consider these separate entities that will help you battle sun damage but instead work with them hand in hand. Make these a part of your routine even when you are indoors, as ultraviolet rays penetrate through the glass. Stay safe both in-and-out doors.