Little skin, big summer. How to protect your child’s skin this season

The festive season is synonymous with sunshine, swimming, holidays, outdoor adventures, and long days spent outside. For children, it is the best kind of freedom running barefoot, splashing in the pool, playing on the beach and spending hours outdoors with family and friends. But while children may be focused on having fun, their skin needs a little extra attention.Children's skin is more vulnerable to the effects of UV exposure, and sun protection during childhood is particularly important. CANSA notes that children receive a significant proportion of their lifetime sun exposure before the age of 18, while childhood sunburn can contribute…