Sun exposure is important. Ultraviolet rays activate our body’s natural production of Vitamin D. Here at Hanauma Bay Snorkeling Adventures, weʻre all about soaking in the sun. It should not go unsaid, however, that too much unprotected exposure to the sun’s UV rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system suppression, and skin cancer. It is also very important to make sure that weʻre taking the necessary steps to remain protected from over exposure. Below are 4 everyday sun protection tips.

First, coat your body in sunscreen before you put on your clothes. Dermatologist Jeannette Graf says that “working around your clothes [while slathering on sunscreen] will make you more likely to miss a spot”. Graf is specific in using the word slather when describing the style in which to apply sunscreen of SPF 30 or more. She recommends applying a shot glass’s worth of sunscreen to our bodies and another teaspoon of sunscreen to our faces.

Next, shy away from using old bottles of sunscreen. Here at Hanauma Bay Snorkel Adventures we try to keep it fresh. With each new summer comes a new bottle of sunscreen. There are active ingredients in sunscreens which lose their vigor as time passes, so be sure to check your expiration dates regularly.

Third, always have sunscreen on hand. Dermatologists offer samples of sunscreens which are great for sticking in your purse or keeping in your car. You never know when you or someone else is going to need a squirt.

Lastly, don’t leave your scalp out of the sunscreening process. You can buy a scalp-specific tube at your local drugstore or you can grab a spray-on sunscreen that’ll do the job just the same. Whenever in doubt of this last step, wear a hat.

We are committed to keeping our customers satisfied and safe here at Hanauma Bay Snorkel Adventures. Protection from the sun is as important as being able to explore the world underneath it. Call us to book an underwater excursion complete with snorkeling gear, transportation and lots of sunscreen!