Sunburn can be serious – here’s some useful advice
Be sensible and don't ruin your holiday.
FROLICKING or lazing in the sun without taking proper precautions could be dangerous to your health, warn experts.
Xander Loubser, spokesperson for Best Care Ambulance services, shares a few tips on how to prevent sunburn:
Sunscreen: Apply sunscreen with a sun protective factor (SPF) in it – 15 or higher before goingoutside. Use both UVA and UVB protection. (You can ask your pharmacist which is the best on the market) Remember that sunscreen wears off, thus apply it in hourly intervals, especially when swimming or sweating.
Clothing: Wear clothing that can protect exposed skin. Darker clothes offer more protection than lighter clothes. Wear hats that can cover your whole face and if possible your neck and ears as well. Choose sunglasses with UV protection.
Shade: Look for a spot with a lot of shade when relaxing, especially around midday. Another concern is dehydration- make sure you drink plenty of water, especially if you are active.
Remember that severe sunburn might not be immediately apparent, manifesting only in the evening, during the night or the following day.
