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5 ways to be sun safe

Most of us know to 'slip slop slap', but did you know there are actually 5 ways to protect yourself from the sun?

  • Slip on a shirt
  • Slop on broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen
  • Slap on a broad-brimmed hat
  • Seek shade, and
  • Slide on some sunglasses.

Protect yourself in five ways from skin cancer

1. Hat

Shade your face, ears and neck with a broad-brimmed hat.

2. Clothing

Cover up as much as possible—dark colours and close-weave fabrics are best.

3. Shade

Get in shade when you can—seek shade under trees and buildings, or bring it with you.

4. Sunglasses

Wear sunglasses that meet Australian standard AS/NZS 1067:2003—wrap-around type are the best.

5. Sunscreen

Apply water resistant, broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside. Reapply every 2 hours.

Sun safe ideas

Remember to protect yourself in 5 ways with these handy tips:

  • Think about what you’re wearing.
  • Make sunscreen part of your morning routine.
  • Always grab your sunglasses and hat before you go outside.
  • Walk on the shady side of the street.
  • Keep spare hats and umbrellas in your car or bag.

Sun Effects Booth App

Our free iPhone app shows how your current behaviour in the sun can result in damage to your face and skin. View a simulation of the potential sun damage and how you might age.

Available on the App Store

Download the app.  Note: requires iTunes.

Licence
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia (CC BY 3.0)
Last updated
22 April 2013

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