Looking for the best way to protect your skin while swimming? Then you need a waterproof sunscreen! Here are some to consider, as well as advice on protecting the aquatic environments you may be swimming in <\/p>
Swimming outdoors is one of the best things about summer \u2013 whether you\u2019re swimming for fun or training and competing in events. <\/strong><\/p>\n Looking after our skin and protecting it from harmful rays is crucial though \u00ad\u00ad\u2013 even more so when we\u2019re in the water.<\/p>\n The cooling effect of the water can often make us think we are not burning, plus if getting in and out of water several times it can be easy to forget to reapply your sun lotion as the day goes on, so these are both things to be aware of.<\/p>\n NHS guidelines in the UK recommend a\u00a0sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30\u00a0to protect against UVB and at least 4-star UVA protection, so all products listed below adhere to these standards.<\/p>\n For swimming, you should also choose products which are suitable for use in the water and reapply frequently, especially if towelling dry or showering in between swims.<\/p>\n You should also consider whether your cream is harmful to aquatic life.<\/p>\n While nobody wants a film of sunscreen on the surface in the pool (and is one of the reasons you should shower before getting in the pool, then reapply sunscreen), it\u2019s even more important to think about any impact on the environment when swimming in open water.<\/p>\n In 2018, Hawaii became the first nation to ban sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate, both harmful to marine life. An alternative is \u2018mineral\u2019 sunscreens, which use tiny mineral particles to block the sun\u2019s rays, or non-mineral sunscreens which avoid these chemicals.<\/p>\n Note that you should be cautious around \u2018reef-safe\u2019 branding though, as there\u2019s no approved protocol for using this label. Instead research the ingredients carefully or look for \u2018Hawaii Act 104 Reef Compliant\u2019 products, such as the range from Sun Bum<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n We also want to protect other environments, so if swimming in lakes or rivers<\/strong><\/a>, always consider the products you are using on your body first \u2013 including sunscreen, wetsuit lube<\/strong><\/a> and any other hair or facial products.<\/p>\n <\/p><\/div> <\/section> Once you\u2019ve chosen your sunscreen, how can you use it as part of a routine to best protect yourself from the sun?<\/p>\n Here are a few things to bear in mind and some other tips that can help, though check out the NHS and Cancer Research UK websites for more guidance.<\/p>\nCaring for marine life<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Sunscreen routine tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The best sunscreens for swimming in 2023<\/strong><\/h2>\n
RIEMANN P20 Original SPF50 +Plus Spray<\/strong><\/h3>\n