PROTECT YOURSELF ON YOUR BEACH VACATION: SUNSCREEN TIPS FROM A PERSON WITH SENSITIVE SKIN

My skin has always been a concern. My Irish family has always told me that I have fair skin. As a child, I watched my siblings with the Italian-inherited skin develop tans easily on vacations. My skin would go from white to red.

As an adult, I was diagnosed with rosacea. This condition involves a sensitivity to the sun. I also have a high-risk of skin cancer. I have always been conscious of my skincare, particularly when I go to the beach. Here are some tips I’ve picked up along the way.

Shower Before You Go Outside

It’s much easier to apply sunblock on a towel stretched out in the open, but it’s best to do this before you arrive. Waiting until you get to the beach is a bad idea. You’ve already walked down the sand and found the best spot, as well as unloaded your belongings. You’ve probably been exposed to the sun without protection for 15 minutes.

Sunblock is added to your routine when you leave the hotel. When I don’t go to the beach or haven’t planned to spend a lot of time outside, I am more likely to get a sunburn. Protect yourself by applying sunscreen to all outdoor activities.

Select The Right Sunscreen And Apply It Correctly

The Skin Cancer Foundation goes one step further and recommends an SPF 30 or greater.The percentage of UV rays that hit your skin decreases slightly over 30 SPF but it is still significant to fair-skinned people like me, who need every bit of help. No exceptions, I only use 50 SPF.

Studies have shown people who use sprays apply less sunscreen. The amount of sunscreen you use is also important. It should cover the entire shot glass. This measurement is much easier to calculate when using lotion. Spray each area of the body for more than a couple seconds to ensure adequate coverage.

Don’t Forget To Reapply!

You may have applied your sunscreen very thoroughly at the start of a day on the beach, but still ended up with a sunburn. You may have forgotten to reapply.

Many people believe that by applying sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, they will be protected all day. It’s not true! You should reapply within two hours.

After my first dip in the ocean, I always reapply sunscreen. This works because I have a beach routine. First, I sit on the sand until my skin is hot enough to cool off in the ocean. I usually reapply sunscreen about two hours after the first application.

Take Care Of Your Burn

Sunburn occurs. Sometimes it happens despite our best efforts. What can you do to prevent it from ruining your vacation?

Aloe vera gel and moisturizers are recommended by doctors to heal the skin. Take ibuprofen over-the-counter to relieve the pain if it is too much for you. Don’t forget sunscreen if your plans include more time outdoors.

These tips are meant to help, but don’t forget that sunscreen isn’t the only way to protect your skin. Use other safety measures to protect yourself so that you can enjoy the sun.