When you’re outside, protect your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet rays (UV) rays. Shirts, hats, and sunscreen protect your skin from UV rays.
Always, SLIP! SLOP! SLAP! WRAP!
Slip! on a shirt. Protect your skin with clothing.
Slop! on sunscreen. Use sunscreen with a protection factor of 35 or higher.
Slap! on a hat. Wear a hat with a wide brim. Your ears, neck, and face get a lot of sun.
Wrap! Protect your eyes – wear sunglasses.
And don’t forget … be sure to put on more sunscreen if you sweat, swim, or dry off with a towel.