{"id":4962,"date":"2023-08-01T09:23:55","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T08:23:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?p=4962"},"modified":"2024-05-03T10:22:09","modified_gmt":"2024-05-03T09:22:09","slug":"8-tips-for-using-sunscreen-on-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/8-tips-for-using-sunscreen-on-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Tips For Using Sunscreen On Holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/SPF-collage.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6147\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Link to share article here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-default is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/skinandmehq\/\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 9.9v-7H7.9V12h2.5V9.8c0-2.5 1.5-3.9 3.8-3.9 1.1 0 2.2.2 2.2.2v2.5h-1.3c-1.2 0-1.6.8-1.6 1.6V12h2.8l-.4 2.9h-2.3v7C18.3 21.1 22 17 22 12c0-5.5-4.5-10-10-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-instagram  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/skinandmehq\/\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12,4.622c2.403,0,2.688,0.009,3.637,0.052c0.877,0.04,1.354,0.187,1.671,0.31c0.42,0.163,0.72,0.358,1.035,0.673 c0.315,0.315,0.51,0.615,0.673,1.035c0.123,0.317,0.27,0.794,0.31,1.671c0.043,0.949,0.052,1.234,0.052,3.637 s-0.009,2.688-0.052,3.637c-0.04,0.877-0.187,1.354-0.31,1.671c-0.163,0.42-0.358,0.72-0.673,1.035 c-0.315,0.315-0.615,0.51-1.035,0.673c-0.317,0.123-0.794,0.27-1.671,0.31c-0.949,0.043-1.233,0.052-3.637,0.052 s-2.688-0.009-3.637-0.052c-0.877-0.04-1.354-0.187-1.671-0.31c-0.42-0.163-0.72-0.358-1.035-0.673 c-0.315-0.315-0.51-0.615-0.673-1.035c-0.123-0.317-0.27-0.794-0.31-1.671C4.631,14.688,4.622,14.403,4.622,12 s0.009-2.688,0.052-3.637c0.04-0.877,0.187-1.354,0.31-1.671c0.163-0.42,0.358-0.72,0.673-1.035 c0.315-0.315,0.615-0.51,1.035-0.673c0.317-0.123,0.794-0.27,1.671-0.31C9.312,4.631,9.597,4.622,12,4.622 M12,3 C9.556,3,9.249,3.01,8.289,3.054C7.331,3.098,6.677,3.25,6.105,3.472C5.513,3.702,5.011,4.01,4.511,4.511 c-0.5,0.5-0.808,1.002-1.038,1.594C3.25,6.677,3.098,7.331,3.054,8.289C3.01,9.249,3,9.556,3,12c0,2.444,0.01,2.751,0.054,3.711 c0.044,0.958,0.196,1.612,0.418,2.185c0.23,0.592,0.538,1.094,1.038,1.594c0.5,0.5,1.002,0.808,1.594,1.038 c0.572,0.222,1.227,0.375,2.185,0.418C9.249,20.99,9.556,21,12,21s2.751-0.01,3.711-0.054c0.958-0.044,1.612-0.196,2.185-0.418 c0.592-0.23,1.094-0.538,1.594-1.038c0.5-0.5,0.808-1.002,1.038-1.594c0.222-0.572,0.375-1.227,0.418-2.185 C20.99,14.751,21,14.444,21,12s-0.01-2.751-0.054-3.711c-0.044-0.958-0.196-1.612-0.418-2.185c-0.23-0.592-0.538-1.094-1.038-1.594 c-0.5-0.5-1.002-0.808-1.594-1.038c-0.572-0.222-1.227-0.375-2.185-0.418C14.751,3.01,14.444,3,12,3L12,3z M12,7.378 c-2.552,0-4.622,2.069-4.622,4.622S9.448,16.622,12,16.622s4.622-2.069,4.622-4.622S14.552,7.378,12,7.378z M12,15 c-1.657,0-3-1.343-3-3s1.343-3,3-3s3,1.343,3,3S13.657,15,12,15z M16.804,6.116c-0.596,0-1.08,0.484-1.08,1.08 s0.484,1.08,1.08,1.08c0.596,0,1.08-0.484,1.08-1.08S17.401,6.116,16.804,6.116z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-twitter  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/skinandmehq\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M22.23,5.924c-0.736,0.326-1.527,0.547-2.357,0.646c0.847-0.508,1.498-1.312,1.804-2.27 c-0.793,0.47-1.671,0.812-2.606,0.996C18.324,4.498,17.257,4,16.077,4c-2.266,0-4.103,1.837-4.103,4.103 c0,0.322,0.036,0.635,0.106,0.935C8.67,8.867,5.647,7.234,3.623,4.751C3.27,5.357,3.067,6.062,3.067,6.814 c0,1.424,0.724,2.679,1.825,3.415c-0.673-0.021-1.305-0.206-1.859-0.513c0,0.017,0,0.034,0,0.052c0,1.988,1.414,3.647,3.292,4.023 c-0.344,0.094-0.707,0.144-1.081,0.144c-0.264,0-0.521-0.026-0.772-0.074c0.522,1.63,2.038,2.816,3.833,2.85 c-1.404,1.1-3.174,1.756-5.096,1.756c-0.331,0-0.658-0.019-0.979-0.057c1.816,1.164,3.973,1.843,6.29,1.843 c7.547,0,11.675-6.252,11.675-11.675c0-0.178-0.004-0.355-0.012-0.531C20.985,7.47,21.68,6.747,22.23,5.924z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-pinterest  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/skinandmehq\/\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12.289,2C6.617,2,3.606,5.648,3.606,9.622c0,1.846,1.025,4.146,2.666,4.878c0.25,0.111,0.381,0.063,0.439-0.169 c0.044-0.175,0.267-1.029,0.365-1.428c0.032-0.128,0.017-0.237-0.091-0.362C6.445,11.911,6.01,10.75,6.01,9.668 c0-2.777,2.194-5.464,5.933-5.464c3.23,0,5.49,2.108,5.49,5.122c0,3.407-1.794,5.768-4.13,5.768c-1.291,0-2.257-1.021-1.948-2.277 c0.372-1.495,1.089-3.112,1.089-4.191c0-0.967-0.542-1.775-1.663-1.775c-1.319,0-2.379,1.309-2.379,3.059 c0,1.115,0.394,1.869,0.394,1.869s-1.302,5.279-1.54,6.261c-0.405,1.666,0.053,4.368,0.094,4.604 c0.021,0.126,0.167,0.169,0.25,0.063c0.129-0.165,1.699-2.419,2.142-4.051c0.158-0.59,0.817-2.995,0.817-2.995 c0.43,0.784,1.681,1.446,3.013,1.446c3.963,0,6.822-3.494,6.822-7.833C20.394,5.112,16.849,2,12.289,2\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Pinterest<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-linkedin  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/skinandmehq\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M19.7,3H4.3C3.582,3,3,3.582,3,4.3v15.4C3,20.418,3.582,21,4.3,21h15.4c0.718,0,1.3-0.582,1.3-1.3V4.3 C21,3.582,20.418,3,19.7,3z M8.339,18.338H5.667v-8.59h2.672V18.338z M7.004,8.574c-0.857,0-1.549-0.694-1.549-1.548 c0-0.855,0.691-1.548,1.549-1.548c0.854,0,1.547,0.694,1.547,1.548C8.551,7.881,7.858,8.574,7.004,8.574z M18.339,18.338h-2.669 v-4.177c0-0.996-0.017-2.278-1.387-2.278c-1.389,0-1.601,1.086-1.601,2.206v4.249h-2.667v-8.59h2.559v1.174h0.037 c0.356-0.675,1.227-1.387,2.526-1.387c2.703,0,3.203,1.779,3.203,4.092V18.338z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-tiktok  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@skinandmehq\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M16.708 0.027c1.745-0.027 3.48-0.011 5.213-0.027 0.105 2.041 0.839 4.12 2.333 5.563 1.491 1.479 3.6 2.156 5.652 2.385v5.369c-1.923-0.063-3.855-0.463-5.6-1.291-0.76-0.344-1.468-0.787-2.161-1.24-0.009 3.896 0.016 7.787-0.025 11.667-0.104 1.864-0.719 3.719-1.803 5.255-1.744 2.557-4.771 4.224-7.88 4.276-1.907 0.109-3.812-0.411-5.437-1.369-2.693-1.588-4.588-4.495-4.864-7.615-0.032-0.667-0.043-1.333-0.016-1.984 0.24-2.537 1.495-4.964 3.443-6.615 2.208-1.923 5.301-2.839 8.197-2.297 0.027 1.975-0.052 3.948-0.052 5.923-1.323-0.428-2.869-0.308-4.025 0.495-0.844 0.547-1.485 1.385-1.819 2.333-0.276 0.676-0.197 1.427-0.181 2.145 0.317 2.188 2.421 4.027 4.667 3.828 1.489-0.016 2.916-0.88 3.692-2.145 0.251-0.443 0.532-0.896 0.547-1.417 0.131-2.385 0.079-4.76 0.095-7.145 0.011-5.375-0.016-10.735 0.025-16.093z\" \/><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">TikTok<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-youtube  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/SkinandMeHQ\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M21.8,8.001c0,0-0.195-1.378-0.795-1.985c-0.76-0.797-1.613-0.801-2.004-0.847c-2.799-0.202-6.997-0.202-6.997-0.202 h-0.009c0,0-4.198,0-6.997,0.202C4.608,5.216,3.756,5.22,2.995,6.016C2.395,6.623,2.2,8.001,2.2,8.001S2,9.62,2,11.238v1.517 c0,1.618,0.2,3.237,0.2,3.237s0.195,1.378,0.795,1.985c0.761,0.797,1.76,0.771,2.205,0.855c1.6,0.153,6.8,0.201,6.8,0.201 s4.203-0.006,7.001-0.209c0.391-0.047,1.243-0.051,2.004-0.847c0.6-0.607,0.795-1.985,0.795-1.985s0.2-1.618,0.2-3.237v-1.517 C22,9.62,21.8,8.001,21.8,8.001z M9.935,14.594l-0.001-5.62l5.404,2.82L9.935,14.594z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">YouTube<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>8 Tips For Using Sunscreen On Holiday<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing ruins a great holiday quite like sunburn. The tell-tale lobster glow after a day at the beach isn\u2019t a great look, and then the peeling starts. Add in the painful tingling sensation, and the worry about damaging your skin, and you always end up wishing you could turn back the clock and make things right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-top-sunscreen-myths-plus-do-spf-tablets-and-aftersun-work\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3107\">Sunscreen <\/a>is essential for everyone, all year round, but if you\u2019re going to be out in the sun on holiday then you need to be extra careful. So, here are our dermatologist-approved tips for keeping your skin safe when the mercury rises \u2013 tick them off, then go outside to (safely) catch some rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. <strong>Pick your protection with care<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunscreen, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/full-routine-launch-skin-and-me-cleanser-and-moisturiser\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2771\">moisturiser<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/all-about-the-base-your-guide-to-makeup-multitaskers\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4955\">foundation<\/a> \u2013 you could be forgiven for thinking that any product with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/what-is-spf\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1159\">SPF <\/a>label on it will provide protection. However, things aren\u2019t quite that simple, as our Head of Medical at Skin + Me explains. \u201cIt\u2019s usually best to apply a dedicated sunscreen rather than a moisturiser with SPF,\u201d says Dr Jason Thomson.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThere are a few reasons why. The issue around moisturisers or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/all-about-the-base-your-guide-to-makeup-multitaskers\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4955\">foundations <\/a>with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/what-is-spf\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1159\">SPF <\/a>is that they often don\u2019t have a very high SPF \u2013 you\u2019ll often see them with SPF 15 which isn\u2019t high enough. Also they are often not broad spectrum (so you\u2019re not getting protected against damaging UVA). People also generally tend to apply less <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-and-me-cleansers-and-moisturisers-with-dermatologist-and-head-of-medical-dr-jason-thomson\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2821\">moisturiser <\/a>than sunscreen and will also be less likely to reapply throughout the day so overall the chances are you\u2019re going to be getting less protection than with a dedicated sunscreen.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And what about those exciting new powdered sunscreens that are popping up on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@skinandmehq?lang=en\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@skinandmehq?lang=en\">TikTok<\/a>? Well, it\u2019s complicated. \u201cI prefer conventional sunscreens in a cream format as they are easier to apply in sufficient quantities,\u201d says Dr Malvina Cunningham, Consultant Dermatologist at Skin + Me.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI do have concerns around the level of protection achieved through a powder sunscreen alone. However, powdered sunscreens are really useful though as a top-up product over makeup and in particular in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/oily-skin-101-oily-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2606\">oilier skin types<\/a> due to the mattifying effect.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/meet-skin-and-me-daily-defence-sunscreen-spf-50\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4587\">Skin + Me Daily Defence Oil-free SPF 50 Sunscreen<\/a>, provides broad spectrum protection and dries down clear, so you don\u2019t have to worry about any white marks or greasy residue \u2013 and, it doubles up as a nourishing primer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Check the date<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re throwing your swimsuits and flip flops into your suitcase, take a moment to ensure that your sunscreen is still in-date. If you haven\u2019t used it since your last trip, it might be too old to provide protection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cYou&#8217;ll normally see the &#8220;period after opening&#8221; symbol (usually an open jar) which tells you how many months the product will last after you first open it,\u201d says Dr Jason. \u201cUsually sunscreens are good for six months to one year after you open them, after which time it&#8217;s definitely important to replace the product as you can&#8217;t be sure the sunscreen filters will still be working.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Layer in the right order<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applying your products in the right order is an important part of your skincare routine, so you need to slot in your sunscreen in the right place. \u201cFirstly make sure you layer your products starting with the lightest consistency first,\u201d explains Dr Ben Esdaile, Consultant Dermatologist at Skin + Me.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis means you should layer any hydrating or antioxidant serums before your sunscreen. You should wait a few minutes between each product. Always make sure that sunscreen is the last layer you apply before your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/all-about-the-base-your-guide-to-makeup-multitaskers\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4955\">makeup<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Don&#8217;t miss a spot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important that all of your exposed skin gets a layer of sunscreen, and it\u2019s worth enlisting some help if you need it. \u201cThe back is often missed, unsurprisingly, as you\u2019ll usually need an extra person to help you reach this area,\u201d says Dr Jason.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe back of the neck, scalp (if you have a bald spot or shave your hair), hands and feet (soles in particular) are also often missed so make sure you pay attention to these areas.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, even if you\u2019re a pro at applying sunscreen to your face, there are still some bits that you should pay extra attention to. \u201cPeople often don\u2019t think about their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-lip-care\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4768\">lips <\/a>but they get a lot of sun exposure \u2013 particularly your bottom lip where we frequently see skin cancers develop, so it\u2019s important to wear a sunscreen lip balm when out in strong sunlight,\u201d Dr Jason continues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe eyelids are another area that is often forgotten which is understandable as this is the thinnest and most sensitive skin on the body and can be easily irritated.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Use enough sunscreen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, so you\u2019re using a good sunscreen, and it\u2019s in all the right places \u2013 but are you using the right amount? \u201cMost people don\u2019t apply enough sunscreen to get anywhere near the SPF advertised on the bottle, with studies showing that most of us apply less than a half of the required amount,\u201d explains Dr Jason. \u201cAround 36g or six teaspoons of sunscreen is needed for an average-sized adult.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sadly you can\u2019t just use more layers of a lower SPF sunscreen to get higher protection. \u201cDermatologists will generally recommend using a broad spectrum sunscreen (which means it protects against UVA and UVB rays) with at least SPF 30,\u201d Dr Jason adds. Remember, SPF 20 layered under SPF 30 does not equal SPF 50.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Time it right<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to wait to hit the beach as soon as you apply your sunscreen, but our experts recommend that you hold off. \u201cYou should apply your sunscreen generously to all exposed skin around 20 minutes before going out into the sun,\u201d says Dr Jason.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s also recommended to reapply your sunscreen around 15 to 30 minutes after sun exposure begins. This is really to help cover any patches you may have missed and to account for the fact most people don\u2019t put on enough sunscreen in the first place.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve done your first two applications, don\u2019t forget to top it up regularly. \u201cYou should reapply your sunscreen every couple of hours and after swimming, vigorous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-how-does-exercise-affect-your-skin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1225\">exercise<\/a>, sweating and towelling,\u201d Dr Jason advises.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEven if your sunscreen says water resistant, towelling has been shown to get rid of most of the sunscreen so it\u2019s safest to reapply.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Seek out the shade<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to wear sunscreen, but it&#8217;s also important to understand its limitations and be aware of how much time you spend in the sun. \u201cSunscreen is only one tool in your armoury against the sun\u2019s damaging rays and no sunscreen is 100% effective,\u201d Dr Jason says. \u201cGood sun behaviour also includes wearing protective clothing, sunglasses and seeking shade between 11am and 3pm.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, it\u2019s not just hot holidays that can cause sun damage \u2013 remember to also pack your sunscreen for your next ski trip. \u201cWinter sunlight can be strong, particularly when at altitude and near reflective surfaces such as snow, so you should definitely protect exposed skin in these situations too,\u201d Dr Jason says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Avoid getting burnt <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many myths surrounding sunburn \u2013 who among us hasn\u2019t heard that burning leads to a great tan \u2013 but what\u2019s the real story? Well, according to Dr Jason, \u201cThe key is not to get burnt! Even a tan without burning is your skin telling you that it\u2019s been damaged by the sun\u2019s rays. Although the symptoms of sunburn are temporary, lasting damage remains as your skin cells\u2019 DNA is damaged and it\u2019s the leading contributor to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-sun-protection-and-skin-cancer\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3034\">skin cancers<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, burning is serious stuff \u2013 but how can you soothe your skin if you do accidentally get burnt? \u201cProducts like aftersun can help improve the symptoms of redness and soreness,\u201d explains Dr Jason. \u201cThey\u2019ll usually contain moisturising ingredients and soothing ingredients such as aloe vera that can make the skin more comfortable and cool.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And after you\u2019ve slathered on the aftersun, take good care of yourself and your skin. \u201cSunburnt skin shouldn\u2019t be exposed to the sun until it\u2019s fully healed, so if you\u2019re on holiday and get burnt it\u2019s best to avoid the sun and seek shade or cover up with clothing until your skin has settled back down. It\u2019s also advisable to drink lots of water and take pain relief such as paracetamol.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diligently applying sunscreen might feel like a chore, but getting burnt is much, much worse. Make great sun protection a habit, and we promise your skin will thank you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f6fb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#edf5f8\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f6fb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>New to Skin + Me? <\/strong>Get your first month of personalised skincare for \u00a34.99 with promo code DOSE \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/consultation\/sign-up\/create-account\">complete our quick consultation here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Looking for a routine refresh? <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/login?back=%2Faccount-summary%2Fmanage-upcoming-orders\">Add the Dream Routine to your Skin + Me subscription<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In need of a restock? <\/strong>Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/shop\">The Skincare Shop<\/a> for one-off purchases of your Routine Essentials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From how much sunscreen to use, to the order your should apply it, our skincare pros share their expert advice. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":179265348,"featured_media":6149,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1942,1,2190,1381],"tags":[2363,1411,1536,1517,2424,1382,1362,1388,1377,2414,2093,2092,1378,2364,2366],"class_list":["post-4962","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guides","category-latest-articles","category-seasonal-skincare","category-spf","tag-daily-defence","tag-dermatologist","tag-dermatology","tag-expert-advice","tag-holiday","tag-skin-me","tag-skincare","tag-skincare-routine","tag-spf","tag-summer","tag-sun-care","tag-sun-protection","tag-sunscreen","tag-uva","tag-uvb"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4962","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/179265348"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4962"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4962\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6148,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4962\/revisions\/6148"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6149"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4962"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4962"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4962"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}