Overview

• Mediterranean UV levels expose skin to 95% UVA and 5% UVB radiation even on cloudy days, researchers warn
• Health authorities recommend applying broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30, ideally SPF 50, to all exposed areas and reapplying every two hours or after swimming
• Incomplete coverage, neglecting reapplication during peak UV hours and overreliance on after-sun creams are the most frequent sunscreen mistakes
• Ophthalmologists advise UV-400-rated sunglasses that block virtually all UV rays, frequent ocular hydration and avoiding direct sun between 12:00 and 17:00
• A 40% rise in skin cancer cases over four years and growing eye injury concerns have driven a 175% jump in sunscreen sales