| Skin care |
Wind, sun and reflected glare are tough on the skin and you should never
ski without adequate protection. Use a sun cream with a minimum Sun Protection
Factor (SPF) 15 every time you go out - even when it's not sunny.
Make sure that you cover all exposed areas, including your ears and any bald
patches. If in doubt or if you've 'caught the sun' on a previous day,
use a total block cream.
Reapply at intervals, and don't forget to use a good lipsalve. After-sun cream can be a relief if you are over-exposed, but it won't repair the damage done.
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| Eyewear |
You should never ski without sunglasses or goggles, even on overcast days.
Excessive exposure to ultraviolet light can cause snow blindness, which
may result in permanent damage to your eyes.
When you buy sunglasses, make sure they are good quality and preferably wrap-around. Never ever
ski with glass lenses, always plastic.
Goggles are preferable when visibility is poor and for powder or serious
bumps skiing. If you wear prescription glasses, look for special goggles
and sunglasses that accommodate them.
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| Helmets |
With the surge in numbers of freeriders and snowboarders who fly down
the most challenging slopes both on and off the piste, helmets have now
become a practicality.
They're also growing in popularity with piste skiers
who are concerned about busy slopes and potential head injuries.
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[Photo: Salomon]
Got everything you need for your trip? Use our checklist as a quick guide.
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| Rucksacks |
These are useful for carrying sandwiches, cameras, sun creams, hats and
goggles etc.
It is best to choose a pack that has a waist strap to keep
it in place over bumps.
If it's quite full, make sure you remember to take it off when you get to a chairlift.
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| Personal stereos |
These might be fun, but they can be dangerous as they prevent you from
hearing approaching skiers.
They can also be a bit antisocial on lifts - not to mention painful to fall on.
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