
7 Must-know Tips to Keep Your Kids Sun Safe
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7 Must-know Tips to Keep Your Kids Sun Safe
Tips on how to keep your kids sun safe

2. Choose a cream or lotion.
Spray sunscreens may be easier to apply, but half of the time (especially if you’re chasing a busy toddler or it’s really windy) you miss the intended target. Most of the sunscreen ends up in the air as opposed to the skin. Creams and lotions may take more time to apply, but ensure full, even coverage.
3. Always pre-apply.
“To properly protect your child from a sunburn, how you apply it is just as important as the formula you choose to use,” says Dr. Henry. Always apply sunscreen before heading to the beach (or backyard). Even better? Make it a ritual for your children to apply sunscreen before they even get their bathing suit on. This ensures you won’t leave any spot uncovered.
4. Slather liberally.
Make sure to cover all exposed areas, especially easily overlooked spots like the ears, tops of feet, hands, scalp, and just below the underarms.
5. Don’t forget to reapply.
“The biggest mistake parents make is not reapplying sunscreens,” says Dr. Henry. The best advice: Set a timer on your phone to remind yourself to reapply at least every 2 hours.
