Author: Mikey Rox / Source: Wise Bread
Sunscreen is the first line of defense against sun exposure — we all know that — but how else can we protect ourselves from an increased risk of skin cancer during the summer months, and beyond? Consider these helpful tips for protecting yourself against damaging UV rays.
1. Wear a wide-brimmed hat
Ball caps are the headwear of choice for most people, especially men, and while these hats provide some protection against the sun (and critical coverage for bald heads), the bills don’t allow for total coverage for the face, including the tip of the nose and chin. For more comprehensive protection, opt for a wide-brimmed hat, like bucket or safari hats. Buffs — just like the ones worn by contestants on Survivor — are also an option, as the tube shape and soft material allow for maximum coverage and options as to how it can be worn. I can personally recommend the Buff USA UV Collection for its ability to block up to 95 percent of harmful UV rays. (See also: 10 Ways to Age Well for $0)
2. Apply protective film to windows
If you spend a lot of time in your car, or by any window where the sun shines in, look into protective window film to block those strong rays from affecting your skin. This happens frequently to people who drive with the windows down, as your left arm is typically exposed to the sun while it’s resting on the door frame.
Solar Gard developed a revolutionary sun protection technology for its automotive and residential window films, which provides protection equivalent to SPF 285.
Its films come recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation and provides 99 percent protection against UVA and UVB rays.3. Start your day with a broad-spectrum sunscreen
Sunscreen is an absolute must in the summer, but it’s not just for when you go to the beach. René Serbon, Founder of Dermal Systems, suggests applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen in the morning during the summer, even when the sun isn’t beaming. “Even on cloudy days, the UV rays can still be damaging to the skin,” she says.
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