UV Safety Month
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How To Protect Yourself From Sunburn This UV Safety Month
We all love going to the beach. It gives us an opportunity to get some Vitamin D. Whether we are going swimming, surfing, or simply sunbathing, getting some sun can be good for our body. However, too much exposure to the sun can also be dangerous. You could be at risk for skin cancer. As UV Safety Month approaches, it is high time to be aware of the dangers of exposure to the sun. According to Department of Health & Human Services, exposure to UV rays will not only cause skin cancer but also eye problems, weakened immune system, age spots, and leathery skin. Here are some tips on how you can protect yourself from sunburn this coming UV Safety Month.
SEEK SHADE
One way of protecting yourself from UV exposure is to avoid being outdoors in direct sunlight too long. The hours of 10 am and 4 pm is the critical time as UV light is strongest during this period. To determine how strong the sun’s rays are, do the shadow test. If your shadow is shorter than you are, then it means the rays of the sun are at its strongest. Make sure you are protected if you really need to go out.
PROTECT YOUR SKIN WITH CLOTHING
When you are exposed to the sun, wear the appropriate clothing to cover your skin. Clothes provide different levels of protection from ultraviolet rays. Long sleeved shirts, long pants, or long skirts cover most skin and offer the most protection. Dark colored clothes are more protective than light colored ones. A tightly woven fabric offers better protection than a loosely woven one.
USE SUNSCREEN
A sunscreen can help protect your skin It is worth noting, however, that sunscreen is just a filter and does not block all UV rays. It should not be used as a way to prolong exposure to the sun. Even with proper sunscreen use, UV rays can still pass through. Hence, sunscreen should not be used as a first line of defense. It should be part of your skin cancer protection plan.
WEAR A HAT
As much as possible, wear a hat that has at least a 2-to-3 inch brim as it can offer protection to areas that are often exposed to intense sun such as the eyes, ears, forehead, nose, and scalp. Consider a hat with a non-reflective underside to the brim as it can also help lower the amount of UV rays reaching the face from reflective surfaces such as water.
CELEBRATE UV SAFETY MONTH WITH CUSTOM IMPRINTED PRODUCTS
You can always consider promotional products to protect yourself from sunlight exposure. There are many promotional items that can help make you aware of the dangers of UV rays. Consider the following imprinted products from QualityImprint for the commemoration of UV Safety Month.
Sunscreens with Logo. Sunscreens can be carried around easily wherever you go. They can fit snugly inside your pouch, bag, or pocket. Sunscreens with logo come in gel, ointment, or lotion form. They are essential when going to the beach, hiking, or mountain climbing.
Caps with Logo. Caps with logo protect your head and eyes from sunlight. Whether you are going to the beach or out for an outdoor adventure, caps has got you covered from the rays of the sun.
Sunglasses with Logo. Too much exposure to the sun can cause eye problems. For this reason, you need the protection offered by sunglasses with logo.
The celebration of UV Safety Month gives you an opportunity to become aware of the risks associated with exposure to sunlight. Call us at 888-373-9339 and find out how you can get protected from exposure to UV rays.
