UV INDEX | Burning time without protection |
|
Sun Protection Factor |
11 and more Extreme |
LESS than 10 minutes |
Do not expose yourself. Wear clothing, a broad-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and frequently apply sunblock cream with sun protection factor 40. |
SPF 40 every half hour |
8 to 10 Very high |
15 minutes | Do not expose children. Favor staying in the shade. Wear a hat, sunglasses, a shirt, and apply sunblock cream with sun protection factor 40. |
SPF 40 every hour |
6 to 7 High |
25 minutes | Do not expose young children. Wear a hat, sunglasses, a shirt, and apply sunblock cream with sun protection factor 25. |
SPF 25 every hour |
3 to 5 Moderate |
40 minutes | Wear a hat, sunglasses, and apply sunblock cream with sun protection factor 15. |
SPF 15 every hour |
1 to 2 Low |
60 minutes | Wear sunglasses and apply sunblock cream with sun protection factor 8. |
SPF 8 every hour |
Sunblock and sunscreen products are NOT meant to allow a longer exposure time, but to only limit the risks of solar exposure. |