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Sunblock is used by many people to help prevent sun burn and skin cancer. However, if you do not have the correct sunblock or use your sunblock incorrectly you will not prevent sun burn or skin cancer. Using these helpful tips, you can avoid sunburn and protect yourself against skin caner.

Tip #1 Sunscreens with a SPF of 30 Or Higher Should Be Used

SPF 30 provides protection for most of the day. For example if you get sun burn in 10 minutes, SPF 30 will protect you for 300 minutes. If you use SP 15, you will be protected from the sun for 150 minutes.

Tip #2 Make Sure To Use A Broad Spectrum Sun Block

Broad spectrum sun blocks protect both UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays are present even when there is no sun and can lead to skin cancers. UVB rays are present when there is sun light out. People tan with UVB and UVB causes sun burn and also cancer if the skin in not protected.

Tip #3 Reapply Sunscreen Frequently and Often

Water breaks down sun block even if the product is water proof. The sun will also break down your sun block over time. Reapply sun block at least once every hour if you are out in a pool. Be sure to use your sun screen daily.

Tip #4 Be Sure To Apply Sun Block Even If You Are Just Resting In The Shade Away From Sun Light

UVA rays are still touching your skin even thought their is no sunlight.

Tip #5 Be Sure To Avoid Sun Block That Contain Oxybenzone

A possible contributing factor to skin cancer is the ingredient Oxybenzone. Sunblock that has the ingredient Zinc Oxide or Titanium Oxide should be considered instead.

Tip #6 New Sun Screen Should Be Purchased Yearly

Most sun screen do not protect as well after 12 months because the ingredients start to lose the amount of sun protection that they can give.

Tip #7 Take Some Time Off At 12:00PM

The proper time to get out of the sun is 12:00PM. The rays from the sun are the much stronger during the 12:00PM to 3:00PM time period.

Tip #8 Sun Glasses, Tight Shirts and Hats Need To Be Warn

Wear UV sunglasses to protect your eyes, hat to protect your scalp and tight shirt to protect your body from the sun.

Tip #9 Going To The Beach Requires Extra Protection

Sand and water reflect sunlight more intensely. Sunblock needs to be reapplied more often than usual when going to the beach. Sunlight intensity also increases at higher altitudes.

Tip #10 Water Should Be Consumed Frequently

Your skin stays hydrated and the defense of your sunscreen increases if you drink plenty of water.