Protecting your skin from the sun

The sun's UV radiation ages the skin and increases the risk of skin cancer. Protecting yourself is easy once it becomes a habit.

You will need

• Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher)
• A hat and sunglasses
• A UV index app

Steps

1. Check the UV index

   When the UV index is 3 or higher, protect your skin. In Finland, this is usually the case from spring to autumn.

2. Avoid the middle of the day

3. Protect yourself with clothing

4. Use sunscreen correctly

5. Take special care of children

6. Treat sunburnt skin

7. Check your skin

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