As a Dermatologist, I routinely treat patients for the damaging effects from sun exposure. Many of these sun-related skin problems are preventable, if people would practice better sun safety. The good news is that more people are becoming aware of the cumulative damage that the sun can cause. Parents are teaching their children good sun safety habits that they did not learn while growing up.

There are more solutions available today to help people protect themselves from the sun's harmful rays. One of these solutions is the use of specially designed sun protective apparel like SunSafe®.

As a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, I urge my patients to follow the Academy's Safe Sun Guidelines:

Use a broad spectrum sunscreen which
  has UVA and UVB protection and a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15
Re-apply sunscreen every two hours, especially after swimming or perspiring
Use self-tanning lotion as a safe alternative to sun exposure
Wear protective woven clothing, such as long sleeved shirts and pants when in the sun
Wear a wide brimmed hat and sun glasses when outdoors
Stay in the shade whenever possible
Avoid reflective surfaces which can reflect up to 85% of the sun's damaging rays
Avoid Tanning Beds
If possible, stay out of the sun between the hours of 10:00Am and 4:00 PM


We can all continue to enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. Sun protection is no more difficult than fastening your seatbelt.