Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the simplest and most rewarding habits you can build. It supports the skin's long-term health and helps keep it looking its best.
Make sunscreen a habit
Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher on any skin that clothing does not cover. Apply a generous layer, since a thin one gives less protection than the label promises, and reapply every couple of hours outdoors, and after swimming or sweating.
Use shade and cover-ups
Sunscreen works best alongside other simple habits. Seeking shade during the strongest midday hours, and wearing a hat and sunglasses, all reduce how much sun reaches your skin and eyes.
Remember the easy-to-forget moments
Sun protection is not only for beach days. Clouds let plenty of light through, and everyday time outdoors adds up over the years. Building sunscreen into your morning routine makes it something you no longer have to think about. If you notice a mole or a patch of skin that is changing, have it checked by a professional.