How do you protect your skin from the sun during the summer?

Question

Are you a person who goes out to the beach or pool in the summer with the intention to get a suntan, or are you big hat, covered in sunscreen and under an umbrella?

zeitgeist057 · Accepted Answer

My mother was a nudist sun worshipper and influenced me as a child and teenager.

How do you protect your skin from the sun during the summer?

I always thought it was normal to slather baby oil on and try to make my skin golden brown

As I got older, I ended up working as a woodland firefighter, where I worked for years, many back to back 16 hour shifts for the entire summer. I got more than enough sun, and it was standard practice to regularly apply sunblock (SPF 30+) and wear full long sleeve shirts, long pants, and a helmet with a neck shroud (intended more for flame protection but often used to keep the sun off).

Since tans simply fade and my skin returns to its natural tone unless I'm actively tanning and maintaining it, I stopped focusing on tanning and maintaining it. As a waste of time, and also as a danger to my skin, and also out of "long term vanity" knowing that years and years of tanning takes its toll.

Now I use sunblock religiously. If I anticipate being in the sun for more than 15 minutes, I will apply sunblock to exposed areas. When I go on outings, I consider sun protection. For example, when sailing or boating, I tend to choose a long sleeve polypropylene shirt, which will protect my skin while I keep relatively cool. I'm actually still a nudist and would love to be naked more, but I also want to keep my skin protected.

andreasderjuengere · Accepted Answer

I'm living in the tropics. Inevitably, my exposed skin has a protective tan.
I rarely wear short trousers, which also helps.
Only on a sailboat race (which- for covid reasons- didn't happen often in the past 2 years) I'd put on some extra sun screen.
I don't SEEK the sun - but I also don't avoid it.

Daniela1982 · Accepted Answer

Living in California where temps can go up to 100 or more in the summer I try to stay inside on those days. If I work outside or go to the beach I make sure I have a good level of sun block on and a straw hat. I may look funny but I won't be the one having rubbery skin from sun damage or skin cancer when I get older.  sun damage shown under ultraviolet lighting Cleavage sun damage

Emilyis · Accepted Answer

Big hat, covered in sunscreen and under the umbrella. I am not dark complected but I do have tan lines and a little color. My husband loves my lightly colored skin and white bikini lines when he sees me naked at home.

HighlyVolatile · Answer

I might be a bit reckless but I don't bother with sunscreen. I almost never get burnt; my complexion seems to largely resist it. I never sunbathe though. I just go out and do things and get a tan inadvertently.

janerobinson · Answer

Personally when I want to tan, I still put on sunscreen and then reapply just as I feel like I’m about to get burnt because sunscreen doesn’t stop tanning from occurring it just helps block the uv rays. I also use sunscreen that is at least spf 50 and broad spectrum. A cap can be super useful when tanning too. Oh and sunnies are also a must along with applying face sunscreen everyday even if I’m at home most of the day!

HotPinkDominatrxSlut · Answer

Even though I was quite pale and burned easily when I was younger I tan very well and am naturally very golden tan from being outdoors and in the sun a lot. I have natural pure platinum blonde very shiny healthy hair longer than I am tall and the bluest lightest brightest eyes.

aided_ · Answer

i dont really burn but i never try to get tans either if i get one i get one but i dont actively try to

UniquelyBasic · Answer

I have to have some sort of protection like sunscreen because Im white and Ill get really damn red if I stay in the sun for long periods of time. Otherwise I dont use anything when just doing random things outside for a little bit.

silkjames · Answer

I never put on sunscreen and I try to stay out of the sun unless I'm working in it but I don't burn in the sun... And I don't know if u know your profile pic is blank just letting u know it's cool either way something different lol

DonkeyDan · Answer

If I'm spending a while outside during thr summer, like a hike or something, I'll always put on an apply once sun block and wear a hat, skin cancer is no joke.

AviatorTom · Answer

Sunscreen, baseball cap, long sleeve shirt and loose fitting pants, and maybe a recliner under an umbrella. I burn very easily so I do my best to cover up while still enjoying the beach.

Elliegirl · Answer

I’ll wear a big floppy hat and higher SPF sunscreen at the beach. For tanning, I use a lower SPF and lay out by my pool.

sage2021 · Answer

I have never been much of a sun worshiper. Maybe that is why I look younger than my true age. So my answer is, I stay out of the 🌞 sun.

Anonymous · Answer

My skin is perfect because I stopped doing that as a teenager. Mom says your skin will wrinkle and crinkle in the hot sun. You will pay for it someday when older. Moisturize and if you beach it, Wear sunscreen and a big hat (Could still though get sun cancer) and also put up an umbrella. It is fine to run in the sun, walk or just do things that is not so stationary to get some sun but a lot is no good for you.

Gollum · Answer

It's best to stay in the shade you get enough ambient sun that way. What many people don't realize is that skin doesn't forget. Those overhyped suntans are a guarantee for fast aging skin and many brown spots and skin aberrations that will inevitably appear. Our ozone layer is too weak by now to allow for direct exposure - and I'm not talking about New Zealand or Australia now.

Selena1987 · Answer

I always wear sunscreens with SPF at least 50 to the whole of my body. But for face I pay more attention and avoid any direct exposure to sunlight by using hats, big sunglasses, umbrellas and …..
If sunburn occurs, I apply after sun cream quickly and frequently to relief my burnt skin

ShadezMcgee · Answer

I don't burn, honestly. I just get darker than normal.

humanearth · Answer

I don't I worked outdoors my entire life and I never cover up my skin, wear sun screen or any junk.

Chemical companies have people brainwashed into believing that they need it to prevent skin cancer

What they are doing is making money off your stupid ass

exitseven · Answer

I use sunscreen, wear a baseball hat and usually keep my shirt on unless I go in the water.

NathanDavis · Answer

I do not go out much in the sunlight in the first place, but if I do... I go with this... lol

its_amelia_c · Answer

100% protect my skin! A tan is NOT worth the risk of skin cancer and the damage long term of what it does to you! It’s just horrific and scary!

bowenw · Answer

Avoid it during the heat of the day, otherwise sunscreen and a large brimmed hat.

joeldalton · Answer

Sunscreen, but I intend to get a tan. I will also wear sun shirts and hats if the sun is too much. I burn easily.

Bricealan · Answer

When out, I wear sunscreen, and a baseball hat, (if I have one) Most of the time out at Dana Point, I am not out that long, just run the beach and back in.

Wise4myage · Answer

I tan naturally, so I don't get too burnt. But I do pay attention to how much exposure I get.

Static_In_The_Attic · Answer

As for tomorrow it’s Sunday Funday & as for me I’m going to pack my cooler & go to the beach & I always pack & use sunscreen as well.

England4eva · Answer

Sun lotion🧴 in fact wear it as a base under your make up all year long. Prevents premature aging 🙂 That’s for anyone with dark skin also!

Crankor · Answer

I generally avoid direct sunlight. Prob wouldn't as much if I used sunscreen *shrugs*

Bubbles16 · Answer

I always wear some kind of hat because I get sunburned pretty easily

Tstrbrainer · Answer

What does it mean when ones says I don't really burn?  By the way, isn't sunscreen lotion enough?

operationmakeover · Answer

Iy kinda burns thats why planning shou;d be time basis

FreyaRed · Answer

Sun cream factor 15-25 and sun umbrella if I want to avoid longer sun exposure on the beach.

Anonymous · Answer

I'm always fully covered in summer! I love wetsuits on beaches! The sun is so bad for you!!

JoyGirl · Answer

Well, I am black…LMAO I recently found out that we also have to wear sunscreen…LOL Now, I just spray some on, and I am good to go. 🥴

chulo1992 · Answer

I have caught a bit of skin damage some years ago. I treated it and since then I use sunblock EVERYTIME I go to the beach which is every Saturday and Sunday

Remnaourei2 · Answer

Hat but i dont try to tan i just be outside and it happens

eagle1951 · Answer

I only get sun on my arms and neck, i wear a hat, and long pants

Shark_61695 · Answer

Big hat, big coat and generally avoid being outside during sunny periods.

Waldoe · Answer

I stay in the shade, I am not a farm worker, so I am not required to expose myself to the damaging Sun...

SaoirseS · Answer

Sunblock mostly, sometimes with a floppy hat.

Anonymous · Answer

I just get ignore it and get burned, though I suppose it I was in a situation where it was an actual problem I would wear clothing that protects me skin

clampfan101 · Answer

Staying inside. lol I’ll wear sunscreen if we go to the beach, though.

Clairvear69 · Answer

Wear sun protection. If go some beach where nude we spray each other to make protected.

Pudsmucker · Answer

For the 1st time for the year I would go without sun screen for about 10 minutes.

Contra1166 · Answer

I try to wear long sleeves and long pants, black and wear sunscreen

CrazyGirl2 · Answer

Same way I do in the winter here in Florida, SPF!

TheAfrikan · Answer

O I barely do nothing but it is lol left fore the Melanin in me to do the hustle.

Massageman · Answer

I set a timer on my phone.

Anonymous · Answer

Sunblock and covered spaces. I live at the beach but try to stay inside more because I rather have my skin age better with less wrinkles

berwise13 · Answer

I don't. I work out in the weather so I usually have a beautiful tan.

Anonymous · Answer

I am pretty hairy furry man so my hair protects me... by the way that pic of smooth shiny leg is so erotic for me... too hot to handle TBH 🔥🥰❤️👠👠👠👠

bigpauly · Answer

I hide behind other peoples shadows

poneglyphs · Answer

I don't go to the beach. When it's sunny 🌞.

legalboxers · Answer

I dont.. if I melt I melt..

007kingifrit · Answer

sunscreen, a hat, an unbrella, and a shirt

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

For me it's melanin I don't burn

TheMajesticKing777 · Answer

My skin usually protects itself

Agape93 · Answer

Sunscreen

douride2 · Answer

I try to stay out of the sun or I cover up.

skyeee_ · Answer

1. dont go out

SignedAutographs · Answer

I don't go out, if I don't have to

nawtee_me · Answer

If I am going to be in the sun I will be tanning….

In_Trance · Answer

Get some sun, but too much ☀️☀️☀️🌅🌅🌅

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