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