Tags: skincare protection for travel, travel skincare, sun protection

Whether you’re snorkeling somewhere near the equator or heading up to the north of Finland, always pack sun protection. In fact, if you are going to be active outdoors in the sun for extended periods, Aesthetic Dermatologist, Sharon Littzi, M.D. of Fairfield County, Connecticut recommends applying two sunscreens as well as wearing a hat and large sunglasses.

While there are many products on the market, she finds a good combination is the Anthelios SX by L'Oreal (SPF 15) as your base moisturizer followed by a water-resistant block such as Blue Lizard (SPF 30 plus). The Blue Lizard can be reapplied throughout the day to face and body.

For those who would like sun protection directly on and around eyelids (if big sunglasses are not an option) so that stinging does not occur, she recommends a chemical-free product such as Cotz SPF 56 to 65 which is available through most cosmetic doctors offices.

--Editors of FarewellTravels