Information on sunbathing and the harmfulness of the sun in France. What protective oils and creams to choose?
One of the main goals of trips to France are stays by the Mediterranean Sea on the French Riviera. Of course, this involves lying on the beach for a long time and being in the bright sun. We go to the warm sea mainly for a beautiful tan. Therefore, it is worth making sure that instead of it, you do not bring painful and unsightly burns or diseases caused by too long exposure of unprotected skin to harmful sun rays.
Everyone who goes on a summer vacation dreams of returning with a beautiful brown tan. It is also known that it is especially easy to find where the sun is shining stronger. In France, this region is definitely the Riviera. The stretch of beaches along the Mediterranean coast is a place where you can enjoy both sunbathing and sea bathing. Under the influence of the sun, the skin acquires a brownish color after just a few days. The sun is strong enough here not only in summer but also in late spring and autumn. Many tourists praise these periods very much due to the lack of heat and at the same time pleasant and sunny weather. However, not everyone is aware that in France you can also sunbathe in winter. Of course, this can be done on the alpine slopes. The sun, especially on the routes facing south, is very strong, and its rays reflect off the snow. Many people, apart from skiing, also spend their winter holidays catching sun rays.
The harmfulness of the sun.
When going for a holiday, during which we are going to sunbathe, it is worth knowing some of the dangers of irresponsible use of sunbathing. The main one is sunburn caused by too long and intense exposure of the skin to sunlight. There are reddening and blisters with fluid on the skin, which burst after some time. In extreme cases, sunburn can lead to the formation of extensive wounds. Prolonged exposure to the sun can also lead to sun or heat blows, causing headache, vomiting and fainting. In turn, in the long term, sunbathing without adequate protection may lead to serious skin diseases, including the formation of cancer.
How to sunbathe? – protective creams and oils.
When going on vacation, during which we will enjoy the benefits of the sun, we should follow a few tips.
- You should spend in the sun up to 6 hours a day. This time should be shorter for young children
- You should not sunbathe during the hottest parts of the day, i.e. at noon, when the sun is at its strongest
- You must absolutely protect your head with a cap, hat or a handkerchief
- When walking in sunny places, it is best to wear airy clothes made of natural fabrics
- You should sunbathe gradually, a little each day, to get your skin accustomed to the sun
- It is necessary to use sunscreen creams and oils that protect against harmful solar radiation. It is important to rub them into the skin several times a day and, above all, always after swimming in the sea.
