It’s important to wear sunscreen to reduce your skin cancer risk.

The Friday before Memorial Day is known as “Don’t Fry Day.” The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of protecting your skin before you head out to the pool or a cookout.

Dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen that has an SPF of 30 or higher and to put it on at least 30 minutes before heading outside, even if it is cloudy, and reapplying it every two hours.

It’s also best to seek shade or limit your time in the sun between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sun can cause skin cancer. Sunscreen decreases the chances of causing skin cancers like basal cell and squamous cell. It can also prematurely age the skin and cause wrinkling and sunspots, according to health experts. 

If you happen to get sunburn, it’s best to stay indoors and avoid any further sun exposure while you heal.