Protecting your skin from the sun on holiday is one of those things we all know to be important, but it may not be as simple as sticking on some extra SPF when you finally hit the beach.

In fact, according to dermatologist Dr Joyce Park, your holiday sun care routine should kick off way before you board your flight.

We know applying suncream might be the last thing on your mind when you’re rushing to get through security and find your gate number, but there’s a good reason why Dr Park recommends adding in this extra step. Indeed, as she explains in a recent TikTok, it’s all to do with the increased UV exposure that comes with flying.

This TikTok dermatologist wants you to wear SPF on your next flight – here’s why