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All about sunscreens
Sunscreen should always be used with other forms of skin protection. Sunscreen contains chemicals that either absorb or reflect UV radiation before it damages the skin.
SPF 30+ sunscreens filter out about 97 per cent of UV rays. Those labelled BROAD SPECTRUM filter both UVB and UVA radiation. The Sun Protection Factor (SPF) label on a sunscreen is only a guide to the strength of the product – not how much time you can safely spend in the sun.
Choosing sunscreen
 use an SPF 30+ broad spectrum water resistant sunscreen price and quality don’t necessarily match check the ‘Use by’ date – don’t use one with an expired date. Store below 25C. use a milk, lotion or cream - whichever suits you best.I have sensitive skin – which sunscreen should I choose?
Try a toddler sunscreen, one without fragrance or one that sits on top of the skin (eg zinc). If your skin is still irritated, make sure you cover up well with a hat and clothing, and stay out of the sun as much as possible. How do I apply sunscreen?
Always apply sunscreen liberally to clean dry skin 20 minutes before going outside. Use at least a teaspoonful for each arm and leg and ½ teaspoonful for your face, neck and ears. Reapply every two hours, or more regularly if you are perspiring or involved in water activities. You don’t need to rub sunscreen into your skin until it disappears. The cream will be absorbed into your skin over the 20 minutes before you go out into the sun. No sunscreen – even if it’s reapplied regularly - offers complete protection against UV radiation. A small amount of UV radiation still reaches the skin.
What about babies and sunscreen?
Use hats, clothing and shade as much as possible, so you only need to put sunscreen on small areas of skin. Use a toddler sunscreen – they’re usually gentler and make sure to test sunscreen on a small area of skin before using the product on your child. Read about Sun protection and young children in the Online Library. Find out more
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