Sun safety is always in season. Just ask your dermatologist. Whether you are a boater, a beach comber, nature lover or an outdoor sports enthusiast, summertime in Palm Beach County cannot be beat. Take advantage of all the splendor that nature shares and soak up the sun.There are 47 miles of beaches in the Palm Beach area. Did you know that Palm Beach County is the largest county in the state? Anyone who enjoys the beach knows first-hand that there is no inconvenient time to visit its shores. Whether it is to watch the sun rise, go for an early morning jog, sunbathe, dip in the ocean or star gaze when the sun goes down. The beaches here are possibly the most wonderful and inviting you will find anywhere.

If you are captivated by the beach, you better be enthusiastic for sunscreen. Wear a hat to protect your face, scalp, ears, and neck. Use sunscreen and lip balm containing at least a sun protection factor of 50. Look for a lotion with zinc oxide mineralsApply the sunscreen 20-30 minutes before exposure to the sun so it can be absorbed in your skin. Make certain it is water resistant.

Last tip is to limit your time in the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun’s rays are most intense. Remember to apply more sunscreen at least every two hours.