Fear not, though, if you’re worried about
the dangers of UV ray exposure. We’ve got
you covered--pun intended--with these 5
sun safety tips and our top picks for outdoor
gear to keep your little ones having fun in
the sun!
1.
The sun is strongest between 10 am
and 4 pm. If you plan to be out during
these peak hours, apply and reapply
sunscreen liberally, at least every 2
hours to all exposed skin. For children
with thin hair, apply sunscreen to the
scalp, as well.
2.
The SPF label on your sunscreen bottle
stands for “Sun Protection Factor”.
For children, an SPF of 30 or higher is
recommended.
3.
Always reapply sunscreen after
swimming, sweating, and toweling off.
4.
Stay in the shade! Outdoor activity
doesn’t always lend itself to lounging
under a big tree or awning, but when
possible find a place to get away from
the sun.
5.
For clothing and accessories, widebrimmed hats, UV ray-blocking
sunglasses, and dark, tightly woven
clothing is recommended for optima