National Sunscreen Day

Deepthi Reddy
Jan 23, 2025 By Deepthi Reddy
Originally Published on Feb 26, 2022
Fact-checked by Shruti Thapa
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Where is National Sunscreen Day celebrated?

National Sunscreen Day is celebrated in the United States Of America.

Who is National Sunscreen Day celebrated by?

All skin lovers celebrate National Sunscreen Day by applying sunscreen cream on their skin in hot weather while playing in the shade.

When did National Sunscreen Day first start?

Sunscreen was invented in the year 1938 by a Swiss student. Every year on May 27, National Sunscreen Day is observed.

Who started National Sunscreen Day?

National sunscreen day was started by a non-profit organization and numerous health care services in Washington.

History And Timeline

Sunscreen makes a difference in protecting your skin from the sun. It's important to use when you're going out in the sun as it helps to prevent sun burn. Even in ancient times, people wanted their skin to be protected. The Ancient Egyptians invented sun lotion to maintain a lighter completion.

They used jasmine, rice bran, and lupine. These ingredients are still in used in our sunscreens today. It's important for everyone to get protection from the sun's harmful UV rays, especially for people with sensitive skin.

Invention

Chemist Eugene Schueller invented sunburn cream as a prophylactic and started on L'oreal. Around the corner, Franz Greater, a Swiss chemist, was inspired and began producing it too. His product, introduced to the market in 1946, is still available today.

'30s-'40s

Thinning of Ozone Layer

There was an article in the year 1974 regarding the ozone layer by two chemists stating that the CFC (chemical) gases are becoming a danger to the ozone layer. This research was awarded a Noble prize in chemistry in 1995.

'70s

Trails For Melanoma

In 1992, a trial follow-up study was done on the residents of Queensland, Australia. The result substantiated that using sunscreens regularly can prevent melanoma.

'90s

May Not Be Good

The International Agency For Research On Cancer (IARC) stated that UV rays have a high risk of increasing the chances of getting skin cancer.

2009

Published In Journal

According to a study in 2012 (written in the 'Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology'), it's found that to get more benefit from a sunscreen you should use SPF 70 or higher rather than SPF 30 as it needs frequent application.

2013

Traditions And Customs

On National Sunscreen Day, people focus on sun protection, using SPF-rated sunscreen, as sunscreen protects them from hot weather, UV light, and sunburn.

Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Sunscreen Day

We observe National Sunscreen Day by educating people about the importance of using sunscreens and how to stay safe while having fun in the sun by applying sun screen regularly.

Facts And Stats

  • According to a study, there was a myth that applying sun screen every day helps in slowing down or temporarily stopping the development of wrinkles.
  • More than five serious sun burns are not good for health, and they may cause skin cancer.
  • Once you apply sun screen, it takes more than 15 minutes to absorb and be protected.


 

Can 15 years old use sunscreen?

Anyone above the age of six months can use sunscreen, which is applied to sun-exposed skin.

Can I skip sunscreen for a day?

We can forget to apply sunscreen for a few minutes, but we need to remember if there is any skin damage, it may cause skin cancer over the long term.

What are some events related to National Sunscreen Day?

Another event celebrated along with National Sunscreen Day is 'Do Not Fry Day.'

What is the importance of celebrating National Sunscreen Day?

National Sunscreen Day is celebrated on May 27 as it's the hottest time in North America and the start of summertime when people visit the beach and lakes. The importance of this day is to give awareness about the importance of applying suncream to everyone planning to spend time in the sun during the hottest parts of the day.

How do families celebrate National Sunscreen Day?

On National Sunscreen Day, most families love to visit outdoors or the beach with sunscreen on them, raising awareness of its benefits.

Who actually discovered National Sunscreen Day?

The first sunscreen was invented by a Swiss student in 1938.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Monday, May 27, 2024
  • Tuesday, May 27, 2025
  • Wednesday, May 27, 2026
  • Thursday, May 27, 2027
  • Saturday, May 27, 2028

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Written by Deepthi Reddy

Master of Business Administration

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Deepthi ReddyMaster of Business Administration

With an MBA under her belt, Deepthi has discovered her true calling in content writing. Her writing repertoire is diverse, covering travel, movies, pet care, parenting, animals and birds, and more. Her joy of learning and creating has helped her craft well-written and engaging articles. When she isn't writing, Deepthi enjoys exploring new cultures, trying different foods, and spending quality time with her two children aged 7 and 12.

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Fact-checked by Shruti Thapa

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English

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Shruti ThapaBachelor of Arts specializing in English

With a passion for American, British, and children's literature, Shruti is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at Garden City University, Bengaluru. Her fluency in Nepali, Hindi, and Mandarin demonstrates her linguistic abilities and global perspective. In addition to her literary pursuits, she has a keen interest in non-fiction literature, aesthetics, early childhood education, and Egyptian history. Shruti's research paper 'Bringing Art Illustrations In Education And Pop Culture' showcases her proficiency in these areas and her dedication to academic excellence.

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