by Anabella Pascucci, MD – Dermatology, UCLA Health
- Use sunscreen year-round, even when it’s cloudy outdoors
- Reapply sunscreen generously and frequently
- Seek shade when appropriate
- Apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before going outdoors
- Limit your sun exposure between 10 am and 4 pm, when UV rays are the strongest
- Wear a hat with a wide brim and tightly woven clothing that covers most of your skin
- Wear polarized sunglasses
- Avoid tanning beds and sunlamps
- Wear swim shirts or rash guards for water activity
- Use UV protectant laundry additive to clothing to give extra protection
