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Surfers spend many hours in the sun, which is why we must protect ourselves from UVA rays both in and out of the water to avoid future skin problems or melanomas.
The options you have are very varied: from a surf hat and sunscreen for surfing with 50+ SPF protection while you are in the water, to a beach umbrella that prevents the sun's rays from burning you when you are resting on the sand.
Surf sunscreen
Did you know that the adverse effects of UV rays on the skin accumulate over the years?
That is why it is very important to use a good sunscreen that protects us from the damage that long exposure to the sun can cause.
Harmful effects of the sun on the skin
- Ultraviolet (UV) rays are responsible for damaging the DNA of skin cells, as well as weakening the immune system, causing cataracts, and causing premature skin aging.
- The appearance of moles, which in a small number of cases can become melanomas.
- Prolonged exposure to the sun during peak hours can cause severe burns, doubling your risk of developing melanoma, a dangerous type of skin cancer.
Which surf sunscreen should you buy?
When choosing a sunscreen for surfing or any other water sport, you should ensure it meets the following characteristics:
- IT SHOULD NOT DILUTE IN WATER
Most sunscreens that are not specific to water activities dilute easily in water, leaving our skin unprotected and irritating the eyes. - IT SHOULD HAVE A MINERAL SUNSCREEN FILTER
Chemical filters dispersed in the sea when we surf or swim are very toxic to the algae that corals depend on for survival. - STICK FORMAT
These are the most convenient to apply to the nose and cheekbones, the most sensitive areas when we surf.
Beach umbrella
Keep your body in the shade during long summer surf days with one of these surf brand umbrellas from Al Merrick or Rip Curl.
Made with fabric that offers SPF 50+ sun protection, preventing UVA rays from passing through, and with resistant materials to withstand wind gusts.