What is SPF?

Hi Everyone,

It is the middle of the week and we are fast approaching the Memorial Day Holiday, the "beginning of summer". This is the time of year that brings the excitement of getting outside and hitting the beach. This is also the time of year that skin protection is a must. I have to admit I am not very "sunsmart", so I did some research to help us better protect our skin.

SPF means Sun Protection Factor. It is recommended using sunscreen with at least 30 SPF with both UVA and UVB protection. One of the biggest mistakes made with applying sunscreen is that we do not put enough on. Sunscreen should be applied generously to all exposed skin and should be reapplied every 2 hours or more frequently if you are sweating, in and out of the water or are in windy conditions. Sunscreen should be applied at least 30 minutes prior to going outside.

I have included a website link below that will help you be "sunsmart"!
http://www.gosunsmart.org/yourskin/yourskin_protection.shtml

Check this link out and learn all you can about protecting your skin!

Thanks Everyone!