If you’ve just booked your first trip to a Patong Beach resort in Phuket, congratulations! Get ready for the time of your life in this sun-drenched tropical paradise.
The scenery is breathtaking; the food is amazing; the people are welcoming, and there are endless beaches with a perfect sunbathing spot waiting for you.
However, before you put in some serious tanning time in Phuket, we want to remind you to take a few precautions that will help “save your skin.”
The strong Phuket sun might be new to your body, but don’t worry—our advice will ensure a pain-free holiday. You will enjoy the benefits of sunbathing and return home with a healthy, golden suntan to show off to friends and family.
Let Your Body Adjust to the Sun’s Intensity
Because of the Earth’s curvature, the sun appears closer to Earth near the equator, which includes Phuket. Sunscreen and beach naps won’t guarantee a sunburn-free vacation. You should adapt your sunbathing habits and prepare your body for the stronger sun in the tropics.
While enjoying the bliss of Phuket, remember to moisturize your skin adequately; apply it frequently, both day and night. Extended periods of exposure to the harsh elements contribute to dehydrated and damaged skin. This is often only noticed until after the effects have set in.
The quest for that perfect tan should always be accompanied by the effort to apply sunscreen at least 15 to 20 minutes before exposure to the sun. Allow for complete absorption and spend about 10 minutes enjoying those rays, making sure to check for any redness. If you do notice redness, it’s then recommended giving your skin some time to heal before your next sun tanning session.
Sunbathers in the tropics should especially be conscious of reducing the usual time it takes them to sunbathe.
The key to ensuring a well-rounded vacation is staying well-hydrated during. Excessive humidity and sun exposure leads to rapid loss of fluids. A water bottle should be with you and your travel companions. A well-hydrated family is less likely to become sick and everyone will be able to maximize the fun of a Phuket vacation.
Use Sunscreen
Invest in a bottle of broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 or more and develop the habit of applying sunscreen whenever you venture outdoors. While sunscreen alone will not prevent tanning, keeping an SPF with you at all times will allow you to achieve that beautiful bronzed tone without the risk of sunburn.
Swimming and perspiring will eventually wash off even waterproof sunscreen. Waterproof sunscreen lasts longer than non-waterproof varieties. Before any outdoor activities, such as shopping or dining, be sure to apply your sunscreen. That peace of mind will ensure no end-of-day surprises for your skin and a ruined vacation.
Remember to apply sunscreen at least 15 to 20 minutes before exposure to allow it to penetrate the skin and protect the lower layers. Reapply every two to three hours throughout the day.
Avoid Sunbathing at Peak UV Hours
Although you may be anxious to possess a deep golden tan, tanning all day is not advisable in Phuket. Take a break from tanning during the most UV-intensive parts of the day. Enjoy a leisurely meal, go sightseeing, read a book in the shade, or indulge yourself with a spa day. The best times for sunbathing in Phuket are in the morning and late afternoon.
Be Careful on Overcast Days
Overcast days are responsible for some of the worst sunburns. Many people aren’t aware that UV rays can penetrate even heavy cloud cover. Sunscreen is needed even on cloudy days; those who skip it often regret it. People tend to be more active when the day is overcast and cooler, and the activity can cause sweating and wash off any sunscreen. Don’t let a cloudy day in Phuket make you drop your guard – always be proactive and don your aesthetic sun shields.
How to Treat Sunburn
Despite the best of precautions, a mild sunburn can occur, but aloe vera gel provides effective treatment. This gel has a cooling and calming effect on the skin, helping it heal. This essential product can be at pharmacies in Phuket.
Apply a topical panthenol cream for severe sunburns. In Thailand, Bepanthen® soothes skin irritations. Avoid the sun completely for at least a couple of days until the skin isn’t painful and keep it covered from sunlight.
Catching Rays at Deevana
Deevana Plaza Phuket-Patong is a beautiful resort hotel in the heart of vibrant and colorful Patong Beach. Patong Beach, with its popular sunbathing and people-watching, is a short stroll from our resort.
We also offer a large swimming pool in the center of our resort with a pool bar and ample daybeds perfect for sunbathing.
At our Phuket Café, you’ll find a wide variety of international and Thai breakfast dishes to start your day. The Terrace Bar & Bistro is an ideal place to take a break from the sun and enjoy the view overlooking the swimming pool while sipping a tall, cold drink.
We also have a fully equipped fitness room, a children’s playground and pool area, and our Orientala Spa featuring a menu of spa treatment packages and massages.
Our hotel’s Patong Beach location, pool, nearby pharmacies, and shops make for the perfect holiday to return home with a tan. Book your room at Deevana Plaza Phuket-Patong today.
