Stay in the Shade
Sunscreen
If you'll be exposed to direct sunlight, sunscreen is essential. Look for recommendations from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) to find the brand and type that will work best for you. The organization leans toward mineral sunscreens rather than chemical ones in its rankings.
Cover Up
Even if you're wearing sunscreen, cover up with light, sun-protective clothing whenever you can. Beach cover-ups and cute kaftans—or even a lightweight, long-sleeved shirt—will keep the sun off your shoulders and arms.
SPF Lip Balm
Moisturize
Health magazine rounded up the EWG's recommendations for the best moisturizers with sunscreen. Find the one suitable for your skin type and what you like in a moisturizer, and use it every day, reapplying after being out in the sun, at the pool or the beach.
Eat Your Vegetables
You should always eat your fruits and vegetables for optimal health, and some studies show that a diet rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, lycopene and vitamin E can boost the body's protections against sunburn and sun damage. There are no studies proving you can eat your way to sun-proof skin, however, so make sure you cover up with clothing and sunscreen. But fresh fruits and vegetables, particularly antioxidant-rich ones, will reduce inflammation in the event you do get too much sun.
Drink Water
For better-looking skin, no matter what season it is, drink plenty of water. In the heat of the summer, when you're sweating a lot more, you'll really need to replenish. For a day at the beach, out at the pool or even in the shade, you'll probably need to drink even more than usual to keep your body—and skin—hydrated.
