Sunscreen
As you prepare to spend a lazy Sunday hanging out by your backyard pool, one thing that should not be overlooked is the sunscreen situation. In the days of ballooning skin cancer rates, it is more important than ever to have lots of sunscreen on hand. Every person on the planet should use sunscreen, whether you have darker skin, tan easily, or just have a high toleration for the rays of the sun.
Along with the beach towels, hot dogs for the grill, and your favorite beach read, bring plenty of sunscreen to the backyard festivities.
Extra care should be taken for children when they can potentially be exposed to excessive sun. Never let them in the sun without generous amounts of sunscreen. Babies younger than six months shouldn’t be out in the sun at all. If your baby has to be out in the sun, make sure to cover up exposed skin with clothing. Sunscreen should be applied to their face and hands.
When looking at different types of sunscreen, you should always go for the higher SPF number. The higher the number, the more protection you get. Don’t think that your 30 SPF sunscreen can last for hours and hours under the harsh sunlight. First off, you should apply sunscreen 30 minutes before you even venture out into the sun. If you go in the water or perspire, you should definitely reapply the sunscreen. If you’re not sweating up a storm or swimming laps in your pool, reapply the sunscreen every two hours.
Most people seem to think that if they’re heading for the backyard instead of the beach, they can forget about the sunscreen. The rays of the sun are harsh and unforgiving, whether you’re in your family’s backyard pool or at a public beach. Do your family’s skin a favor and stock up on the sunscreen!