Use broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day
Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating
Wear protective clothing, including long sleeves, pants, and wide-brimmed hats
Wear UV-blocking sunglasses
Seek shade, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Avoid tanning beds and sunlamps
Check the UV index before going outdoors
Use extra sun protection near water, snow, and sand
Perform regular skin self-exams
See a dermatologist for routine skin checks
Protect children’s skin from UV exposure
Avoid getting sunburned
Cover up with tightly woven fabrics
Use lip balm with SPF
Be especially careful if you have fair skin, many moles, or a family history of skin cancer