For those long days at the beach or relaxing afternoons by the pool, staying sun safe is essential. But did you know that even brief daily sun exposure during everyday activities can cause lasting skin damage?

Wearing sunscreen every day is one of the best ways to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Here are our top sun safety tips for year-round protection—because sunscreen isn’t just for summer.

• Apply sunscreen every day, no matter the weather.

• Put sunscreen on clean, dry skin at least 20 minutes before going outdoors.

• Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 50+ to shield against both UVA (which ages skin) and UVB (which causes sunburn).

• For effective coverage, apply sunscreen generously: roughly a teaspoon for each arm and leg, a teaspoon for the front of your body, a teaspoon for your back, and half a teaspoon for your face, neck, and ears.

• Reapply sunscreen every two hours—or more often if you’re swimming or sweating.

• Don’t forget commonly missed areas like the back of your neck, knees, hands, and tops of your feet.

• Avoid direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm when UV rays are strongest.

• Seek shade whenever possible and use a water-resistant sunscreen during swimming.

• Wear protective clothing and shield your face and eyes with a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses.

Remember, UV rays can penetrate glass and clouds, and they reflect off surfaces like snow, so protection is important even when it doesn’t feel sunny.

To keep your sunscreen effective all summer, store it in a cool place below 30°C and check the expiry date before use.