Babies under 6 months:
Avoiding sun exposure and dressing infants in lightweight long pants,
long-sleeved shirts and brimmed hats are still the top recommendations
from the AAP to prevent sunburn. However when adequate clothing and shade
are not available, parents can apply a minimal amount of suncreen to small
areas, such as the infant's face and the back of the hands.
Young Children:
Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside and use sunscreen
even on cloudy days.
The SPF should be at least 15!
Older Children:
The first and best line of defense against the sun is covering
up. Wear a hat with a three-inch brim or a bill facing forward,
sunglasses (look for sunglasses that block 99-100% of ultraviolet
rays) and cotton clothing with a tight weave.
Stay in the
shade whenever possible and avoid sun exposure during the peak
intensity
hours - between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Use a sunscreen with
an SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or greater.
Be sure to apply enough sunscreen - about one ounce per sitting
for a young adult.
Re-apply sunscreen every two hours or after swimming or sweating.
