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Is the sun stronger at the beach?

When at the beach, beware that the suns rays will have a stronger effect than normal on your skin due to the fact that sand reflects about 20% of the suns UV rays.



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Do you catch the sun better on the beach? AND YES, THE WATER DOES INTENSIFY THE SUN'S RAYS. Not only that, but the sun's rays reflect off of beautiful white sand, too. But this isn't the sole reason why you experience more sun and worse sunburns at the beach.

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Use Extra Caution Near Water, Snow and Sand as they reflect the damaging rays of the sun, which can increase your chance of sunburn.

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While everyone enjoys their time in the sun, we'd advise taking a break every now and again. Use umbrellas, beach tents or natural shade to protect yourself when the sun's rays are strongest – between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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A swim in the ocean allows the salt to scrub away dead skin cells and open the pores. There aren't many all over natural ways of exfoliating, so lap it up. When you emerge from the sea, slather on plenty of moisturiser which will be absorbed quickly, leaving silky smooth, glowing skin.

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