5 Tips To Avoid Sunburns In Summer

Healthshots By Aayushi Gupta Published May 23, 2023

In the blistering heatwave in parts of India, here's a reminder to protect your skin from the sun when you step out of home. It can leave your skin dehydrated by also result in sunburns.

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Wear Sunscreen

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Sunscreen shields the skin against harmful UV rays. So, whenever you step out in the sun, apply sunscreen. Pick sunscreen of minimum SPF-30.

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Wear Proper Clothes

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In addition to applying sunscreen, dress in full sleeves and a hat. It can protect your skin from the intense summer sun, which might result in tanning and sunburn.

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Avoid Excess Sun Exposure

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Try to avoid going outside, especially between the hours of 10 AM and 4 PM, and stay indoors in a cool area. Bring an umbrella with you if you must go outside to protect your skin from the sun.

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Stay Hydrated

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The best sun protection is provided by clothing, sunscreen, and an umbrella, but it's also important to stay hydrated because dehydrated skin is more vulnerable to sun damage.

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Avoid reflection areas

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Be very cautious around water, mirrors, or glasses. These surfaces reflect the sun's harmful rays, increasing your risk of getting sunburned.

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5 Tips To Avoid Sunburns In Summer

In the blistering heatwave in parts of India, here's a reminder to protect your skin from the sun when you step out of home. It can leave your skin dehydrated by also result in sunburns.

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Wear Sunscreen

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Sunscreen shields the skin against harmful UV rays. So, whenever you step out in the sun, apply sunscreen. Pick sunscreen of minimum SPF-30.

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Wear Proper Clothes

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In addition to applying sunscreen, dress in full sleeves and a hat. It can protect your skin from the intense summer sun, which might result in tanning and sunburn.

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Avoid Excess Sun Exposure

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Try to avoid going outside, especially between the hours of 10 AM and 4 PM, and stay indoors in a cool area. Bring an umbrella with you if you must go outside to protect your skin from the sun.

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Stay Hydrated

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The best sun protection is provided by clothing, sunscreen, and an umbrella, but it's also important to stay hydrated because dehydrated skin is more vulnerable to sun damage.

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Avoid reflection areas

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Be very cautious around water, mirrors, or glasses. These surfaces reflect the sun's harmful rays, increasing your risk of getting sunburned.

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