Don’t forget to check easy-to-miss areas such as the ears, tops of feet and hands. With squirmy children who are eager to get out into the sun, it can be easy to miss patches when applying sunscreen.
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As the skin is damaged by the sun’s UV rays the skin produces more skin pigment to protect itself. More sun advice for people with darker skin types can be found here.Īlthough avoiding sunburn is the main priority, even a suntan is a sign of skin damage. Children with darker skin types can be exposed to more sunlight than those with lighter skin types, but it remains crucial to avoid any sun exposure that might cause even traces of sunburn. Sunburn causes permanent skin damage which in turn increases the risk of skin cancer developing. Reapplication of sunscreen is particularly important after exercise, swimming, sweating, or towel-drying. Although these can be convenient, it is very easy to miss patches of skin, or have the sunscreen rub off, so regular reapplication every two hours is recommended, regardless of the type of sunscreen you use. When choosing a sunscreen, pick one with high SPF and UVA protection that is fragrance-free, to reduce the risk of allergic reactions.Īvoid being overly reliant on ‘extended wear’ sunscreens, sometimes known as ‘once-a-day sunscreens’. Don’t forget to provide shade for prams and buggies, if possible.
For swimming outdoors, UV protective swimwear is available in the UK.
A ‘legionnaire style’ hat is preferable to a ‘bucket style hat’, as these provide no sun protection for the face. When spending time outdoors, dress children in loose fitting clothing, a broad-brimmed hat which covers the back of the neck and ears, and sunglasses. The first line of defence from the sun should always be clothing and shade, with regularly reapplied sunscreen providing extra protection. Toddlers and children don’t need to avoid going out in the sun entirely, however there are some simple sun safety tips which are worth keeping in mind.
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