Mum demonstrates 'ultimate' way to put sunscreen on kids with no mess
Sun protection is crucial throughout the year, but it becomes particularly important during the summer months. Even on overcast days, our skin is still vulnerable to sunlight exposure, making it essential to maintain protection.
However, ensuring that children wear sunscreen can be a challenge. Like many things, kids often resist having lotion applied to them - and it's understandably unpleasant to be slathered in cold cream.
Fortunately, a woman has come forward with her "ultimate mum hack" to alleviate this parental stress. Ru, who goes by @ruamine on TikTok, shared her ingenious tip online, and it quickly went viral. She claims it's the "best" method for applying sunscreen to children – straightforward and mess-free.
In her video, Ru demonstrates how she dispenses some lotion onto a makeup brush and then uses it to gently apply the sunscreen to her child's skin. This technique not only simplifies the process but also helps prevent any tantrums.
The video also shows that this hack allows for even coverage, ensuring all areas are shielded from the sun. It's a softer approach to the task and appears to be very effective.
Since Ru posted her sunscreen application hack, it has received over 100,000 likes, with many viewers praising the idea.
One individual commented: "Very good idea."
The NHS warns that sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer, and it's crucial to remember that it can occur in the UK as well, even on cloudy days. Tanning is not considered safe or healthy, and the advice is to find a balance between protecting your skin and getting sufficient vitamin D from sunlight.
Experts recommend seeking shade during peak sunlight hours, which in the UK are from 11am to 3pm, from March to October.
In addition to using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing, the NHS also stresses the importance of taking special care with children. For sun protection, Britons should use sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
For those spending extended time in the sun, it's suggested to apply sunscreen twice: once 30 minutes before going out and again just before stepping outside.
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Wes Streeting is secretary of state for health and social care Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here.
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