Do you enjoy taking your children to the beach, to a park, or other fun activity out in the sun? It’s good for children to be out and active on a sunny summer day. Unfortunately, unprotected skin is at risk for sun damage and skin cancer. You need to know how to keep your family’s skin safe this summer. Our dermatologist can help.
The board-certified dermatologists at Feinstein Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach, FL, provide a wide range of dermatology services, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of sun damage.
What You Need To Know About Protecting Your Family’s Skin From Sun Exposure
Did you know the effects of sun exposure accumulate over time? That means when your children are spending time in the sun without sun protection, your children’s skin is being damaged, even if you can’t see it. Remember these important tips to keep your family’s skin safe this summer:
- Apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15 to 30 for yourself, or an SPF of at least 50 for your children
- Try to avoid being in direct sunlight between 10 AM and 4 PM, when UV rays are the most harmful
- Have your children wear hats, sunglasses, and other protective clothing
- Make sure you and your family stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water
- Make sure your children don’t walk around barefoot, to avoid foot injuries and burns
Keep Your Families Skin Safe
It’s up to you as a parent to keep your children safe from sun exposure. Our dermatologist can help. To find out more tips on how to protect your family from sun damage, talk with the experts. Call the dermatologists at Feinstein Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach, FL. You can reach them in the office by calling (561) 692-6422 or toll-free at (888) 357-DERM. Contact us today!
