‘National Sunscreen Day’ is celebrated every year on 27 May in India. Its aim is to make people aware of the importance of sunscreen and to protect the skin from the harmful UVA and UVB rays of the sun. Strong sunlight in summer can cause serious damage to the skin, hence regular use of sunscreen is considered very important.

Why is sunscreen important?

According to experts, sunscreen helps protect the skin from sun damage, pigmentation and premature aging i.e. photoaging. The month of May is also celebrated as ‘Melanoma Awareness Month’ across the world. It has been proven in many studies that applying sunscreen daily can reduce the risk of skin cancer to a great extent.

How to choose the right sunscreen?

There are many types of sunscreens available in the market today, such as chemical and mineral sunscreens. Apart from this, sunscreens are also made according to different skin types. Therefore, it is important to choose sunscreen with the right SPF according to your skin type and needs. There are different options for oily, dry or sensitive skin.

Apply sunscreen even indoors

People often believe that sunscreen is not needed when staying indoors, but experts say that UV rays can also come in through windows. This gradually damages the skin. Therefore, it is important to apply sunscreen even when you are indoors during the day.

How to make it a habit to apply sunscreen?

Set a reminder on your phone to apply sunscreen daily and keep it near your everyday essentials. It is also beneficial to carry a travel-sized sunscreen when going out.