27/05/2026
☀️ Protect the little ones this summer ☀️
Children's skin is more sensitive and burns more easily — so a bit of sun safety today goes a long way towards healthier skin tomorrow. 💛
5 ways to keep them protected:
👒 Cover up — lightweight, long-sleeved clothing and a wide-brimmed hat
🧴 Apply sunscreen — broad-spectrum SPF 30+, 15 mins before heading out, and reapply every 2 hours (or after swimming or sweating)
⛱️ Seek shade — especially between 10am and 4pm when the sun is strongest
🕶️ Wear sunglasses — ones that block 100% UVA and UVB rays
💧 Stay hydrated — plenty of water throughout the day
Caught a bit too much sun? Here's how to help:
🚿 Cool it down with a lukewarm shower or cool compress (skip the ice)
🌿 Soothe with aloe vera or a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser
💧 Offer extra fluids to rehydrate
💊 Reduce pain with children's ibuprofen or paracetamol if needed — always follow the label
😴 Keep skin covered and rest until healed
⚠️ Seek medical help if your child has blistering, severe pain, fever, chills, nausea, dizziness, or sunburn over a large area.
A little prevention goes a long way. Need advice on the right sunscreen or aftercare? Call in and speak to us — we're always happy to help. 🌞
📍 Murrays Pharmacy, Ballsbridge
