17/12/2025
☀️ Heading into Christmas and sunnier days means more beach time, festive gatherings, and plenty of time outdoors. But while the sun feels good, too much exposure can cause real harm.
🎯Sunburn isn’t just uncomfortable; it damages your skin, speeds up ageing, and increases your risk of skin cancer later in life. In New Zealand, melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer, with more than 2,000 cases reported each year. Fairer skin burns more easily, but UV radiation can damage skin of any colour. That’s why being sun smart matters for everyone.
Here’s how to protect yourself this holiday season:
✨Slip into a long-sleeved shirt or find shade
✨Slop on sunscreen of at least SPF30+
✨Slap on a wide-brimmed hat
✨Wrap on sunglasses to shield your eyes
Enjoy the sunshine, celebrate the season, and look after your skin. Learn more about staying sun smart: https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/s/sunburn?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email%20marketing&utm_campaign=Healthify%20Tips%20-%20December