Protecting yourself in the sun

What skin care precautions should I take?

Bring a high-factor sunscreen with you and be sure to use it (even when it’s cloudy), both in and out of the water.

You should wear sunscreen every day, taking special care that babies and children are protected from sunburn even for short periods of time. Adults with fair skin or previous skin problems should also take care.

Remember, you can get just as badly burned on the piste or while swimming as you can on the beach, so take care.

How can I handle the heat on holiday?

Coming from a notoriously mild British climate into soaring summer temperatures can be a shock to the system. To help your body adjust, avoid cramps or nausea, and avoid the worst examples of sun or heat stroke, we advise the following:

• Take things gently
• Stay in the shade as much as possible
• Wear a hat
• Keep your shoulders covered
• Drink plenty of bottled water
• Avoid the sun between midday and 3:00pm
• Reapply your sunscreen as recommended on the product label