Sun protection is more than sunscreen. Seek shade when possible, wear protective clothing, sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat, and apply a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen to exposed skin.
UVA and UVB are different types of ultraviolet radiation. Understanding both helps you make smarter choices when spending time outdoors.
Associated with premature skin aging and other long-term skin damage.
The primary type of UV radiation responsible for sunburn.
SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and indicates how well a sunscreen protects against sunburn from UVB radiation. A higher SPF does not mean you can stay in the sun indefinitely without reapplying.
Desertan SPF 50 provides broad-spectrum UVA + UVB protection for days spent outdoors.
Make Your Sunscreen Work For You.
Apply sunscreen to all exposed skin before heading outdoors. Don’t forget commonly missed areas such as the neck, ears, hands and tops of the feet.
Reapply Regularly
Sunscreen wears off with time, swimming, sweating and toweling off. Reapply as directed on the product label and after swimming or sweating.
Water and sweat can reduce sunscreen coverage over time. That’s why choosing a water-resistant sunscreen matters when you’re swimming, sweating or spending long days outdoors.
Desertan SPF 50
Water Resistant — 80 Minutes
Take a break from direct sunlight when possible.
Wear lightweight protective clothing and a wide-brimmed hat.
Choose sunglasses that provide UV protection.
Choose broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen and apply it to exposed skin.
