Long term exposure to the sun's rays increases your risk of skin cancer. Remember A tan is a sign that damaged skin is trying to protect itself from the sun's ultra-violet rays. Even when you have a tan you can still get sunburn. You can get sunburn on cloudy days. One third of the sun's rays can penetrate light cloud cover.
Sunburn can occur after as little as twenty minutes exposure to midday sun, even in Ireland.
Farmers and their families who spend the bulk of their time outdoors are particularly vulnerable to long term and short term effects of the sun. Re-apply according to directions. Your children Children's delicate skin is particularly susceptible to sun damage. Keep small babies out of sun entirely. From six months onwards use a total sunblock and cover up.