Sunscreen Advisor vs Do I Need Sunscreen Right Now?

NEVER GET SUNBURNED AGAIN Sunscreen Advisor provides real-time UV Index data and personalized sun protection advice for anywhere in the world. Know exactly when UV is dangerous and get reminded to reapply sunscreen. FEATURED REEF-SAFE PRODUCTS We recommend ocean-friendly sunscreens including Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen and Vertra Face Stick. Protect your skin AND the ocean. KEY FEATURES: REAL-TIME UV INDEX - Live UV data for any location worldwide - Color-coded display (Low, Moderate, High, Very High, Extreme) - Hourly forecast to plan your day - Shows local time for any location - Global coverage for travel planning PERSONALIZED ADVICE - Recommendations based on your skin type (optional) - Fitzpatrick skin type classification - Specific SPF recommendations - Burn time estimates - Activity-specific guidance SMART TRACKER - Log when you apply sunscreen - Customizable reapplication reminders (80 min - 3 hours) - Perfect for swimming and sports - Smart cutoff times (stop alerts after sunset) - Track daily applications and build streaks - See your protection history INTELLIGENT ALERTS - Daily UV forecast reminder (8 AM customizable) - High UV warnings when levels rise - Reapplication reminders that work even when app is closed - Never miss a reapplication - Location-aware timing SEARCH ANYWHERE - Check UV for any city worldwide - Perfect for travel planning - Shows correct timezone for searched locations - Save favorite locations - Compare UV across different places REEF-SAFE FOCUS - Featured ocean-friendly sunscreens - Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen (color-changing bottle) - Vertra Face Stick for surfers and athletes - Non-nano zinc oxide formulas - Help protect coral reefs worldwide PERFECT FOR: Families with children, people with fair or sensitive skin, outdoor athletes and runners, beach and pool days, hikers and campers, gardeners and outdoor workers, travelers planning trips, and anyone who cares about sun safety. SCIENCE-BACKED: Uses accurate UV Index data from OpenWeatherMap. Follows American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) guidelines. SPF 30+ recommended for all skin types. Based on Minimal Erythema Dose (MED) calculations. Real-time atmospheric data. Scientifically accurate burn time estimates. WHY SUNSCREEN ADVISOR? Most weather apps show UV as an afterthought. We make sun protection the priority. With personalized recommendations, smart tracking, and featured reef-safe products, we're your complete sun safety companion. SUBSCRIPTION: Free while we beta test! Download now and never worry about sunburn again! Note: Requires location services for accurate local UV data. Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life.

Do I Need Sunscreen Right Now? gives you a personalized, science-backed answer in one glance. 100% free, zero ads. The app uses real-time UV data from your exact location, your Fitzpatrick skin type, planned time outdoors, and environmental factors to calculate whether you'll exceed your skin's burn threshold. Unlike simple UV index apps, it doesn't just show a number. It integrates UV exposure over your entire outdoor window using hourly forecasts, and factors in cloud cover, surface reflection (snow, sand, water, concrete), altitude, and medical risk factors like medications or skin conditions. Features: • Instant YES/NO answer with safe exposure time • 48-hour interactive UV forecast chart • Fitzpatrick skin type quiz • Customizable location and time — check conditions anywhere • Daily smart notifications based on your outdoor schedule • Home screen and lock screen widgets with live data • Reapplication guidance • Apple Watch app with UV complication • Backed by peer-reviewed dermatological research Built on the same trusted algorithm as sunscreen.fyi — used by thousands to make smarter sun decisions