Sun protection: What you need, according to experts

, a double board-certified dermatologist and clinical instructor at the Department of Dermatology and Skin Science at the University of British Columbia to weigh in.Article content

SPF is simply part of a comprehensive strategy that can include seeking shade, avoiding direct sun exposure during peak hours of 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and using sun-protective clothing like a wide-brimmed hat which can protect the scalp, ears and lips from sun damage and sunburns, and wraparound sunglasses, she said.

“Over time, with cumulative sun damage, signs of premature skin aging will appear,” she added. “These include fine lines, a dull skin tone and uneven pigmentation such as sunspots. Skin cancers may also arise, and these do not necessarily appear only on sun-exposed sites.”“Getting a base tan also does not protect an individual from getting a sunburn afterwards. A ‘”base tan’” is simply not healthy. UV radiation is a known human carcinogen and there is no safe dose of UV light,” Li said.

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