Has anyone been to Cyprus Paphos im going on june the 6th with my b/f.
I was wondering what number of suntan lotion to start with as im only going for a week and want to get a nice tan do you think 15 is to low im dark headed so i take a tan well but scared to use 15 incase it's to low and i get burned like i did in ibiza.
2007-02-25 22:34:27 · 7 answers · asked by suzy 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
As the sun in Cyprus is very strong, and you mention that you have previously been burnt when using a factor 15, then I would suggest that you start off with a higher level of protection. You can always switch to a lower factor halfway through your holiday.
It can be quite breezy along the Paphos coastline, particularly on the beaches, so it can be rather deceptive as to how hot it actually is. In such strong sunlight it can also be very difficult to judge when you've been under the sun long enough. I actually live in Cyprus so am careful not to spend too much time in the sun. One trick that I use to see if I've been out in the sun too long is to press my thumb onto my arm. If the white impression mark my thumb makes fades away instantly, then I'm okay, but if it takes a couple of seconds or longer to fade, then I know it's time to get into the shade.
Remember to drink lots of water. Just as many people on holiday here seem to suffer from heatstroke as they do sunburn.
Hope you have a good holiday.
2007-02-26 01:20:44 · answer #1 · answered by Michele the Louis Wain cat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I once lived in Cyprus for 2 years (my dad was posted there with the RAF) and I remember Paphos being a really good place. I was only 11 at the time (38 now) but I still remember it clearly. I expect it's changed now though. One thing I won't forget is the sea, it was fantastic, apart from the dead hedgehog floating in it one time. It was a very hot sunny time so I would recommend going with the highest SPF lotion you can find. Have a nice holiday.
2007-02-26 06:44:29 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ Divine ♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we went to protaros in august it was over 40 degrees.we stuck to factor 20 for the first week and we tan well.we still came back with the best ever tan.we gradually reduced it the second week,and we had the best holiday ever,youll love cyprus if you havent been before
2007-02-26 06:38:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmmm i rek if you only goin for a week it'll be fine, you'll know when you get there...if you havn't been to Paphos before you are going to love it, my sister got married in st.Georges chuch in Paphos, It is such a lovely place, especially with your partener! you'll love it! Happy Holidays!! =D
Hey maybe go on a sunben a couple of times to get use to it so you won't burn...
2007-02-26 06:51:01 · answer #4 · answered by Toby G* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I tan easily but I always start with spf25 and work down when I have got a good base tan. Make sure you moisturise every day toprevent your skin peeling.
2007-02-26 06:37:36 · answer #5 · answered by Mum-Ra 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would suggest to start with a 25 for the first couple of days and then see how you feel, the sun is very strong in Cyprus
have fun, xxx
2007-02-26 06:38:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your skin. Its very hot though. Start high!
2007-02-26 06:37:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋