Wear Cover Up Clothing Wear clothing that covers most of the skin, choose tightly knit fabrics, heavier-weight, and darker fabrics. Wear hats and protective eye wear. Reapply every two hours after swimming or sweating. Use more sun screen than you think you need and apply liberally over all exposed skin areas. Regular skin exams by you and your physician can help detect cancerous areas.
Skin cancer is curable and preventable.
Using proper skin protection steps year 'round can help prevent skin cancer and other sun damage. This organization has available a free sun-safe guide for schools and childcare programs.