Crete is notorious for its incredible sunshine and gorgeous beaches, making it a fantastic place to soak up the beautiful sun. However, being in the sun for too long can cause some serious side effects, so it is incredibly important to know the best ways to protect yourself in the summer sun.

Make Sure To Have Protective Clothing

Having protective clothing is essential when it comes to the sun’s intense heat and the ultraviolet light it emits. Wearing hats can protect your head from UV radiation, sunglasses can protect your eyes from the intense light and long-sleeved shirts and pants can protect your skin.

Put Sunscreen On!

This is one thing that we can’t stress enough. Even if you are going to the shop or into the local town, make sure to put sunscreen on. A lack of sunscreen can lead to skin complications such as wrinkles, inelastic skin and even skin cancer, so it’s best to stay safe at every opportunity.

In order to get the most protection, you should invest in a broad spectrum sunscreen. These sunscreens are the most highly recommended, as they offer protection from both UVA and UVB rays. This means that they offer the best protection against harmful rays from the sun. It’s also important to look at the sun protection factor, more commonly known as SPF. The higher the SPF, the more protection you get against the sun’s rays.

Get As Much Shade As Possible

This is very important at the beach, as it is one of the times where you will most likely have the least amount of sun protection. When protecting yourself, make sure to get as much shade as possible. This could be either taking shelter under a tree or an umbrella; these may be provided by the beach or you can purchase one at a relatively low price.

It is very important to protect yourself against the sun, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy yourself whilst being careful and protected. At Pure Crete, we are able to provide you with exceptional homes, villas and holidays in Crete for the perfect getaway. If you would like to know more, then please give us a call today on 01444 880 404 and we will be more than happy to help.