Sun safety

Because your skin is naturally more delicate and spend a lot of time outside you need to be careful that you don't get sunburnt like Huw Heini!

To be Sun Smart you need to follow this guide:

Spend time in the shade between 11 and 3
The summer sun is most damaging to your skin in the middle of the day.

Make sure you never burn
Sunburn can double your risk of skin cancer.

Aim to cover up with a t-shirt, hat and sunglasses
When the sun is at its peak, sunscreen is not enough.

Remember to take extra care with children
Young skins is delicate, keep babies out of the sun, especially around midday.

Then use factor 15+ sunscreen
Apply sunscreen generously and reapply often.