SUN SAFETY

Certain body parts are frequently exposed to UV radiation, with necks are firmly included in this category. To protect this area, the most effective sunscreen tips include using broad spectrum SPF50+ sunscreen and wearing clothing which covers the neck, such as collared shirts. It’s important to match your suncare to your environment – if swimming for example, wet skin sunscreen like Anthelios XL Wet Skin Sunscreen SPF 50+ will provide optimal protection.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.

Apply 20 minutes before sun exposure. Sunscreen is only one part of sun protection so wear protective clothing and seek shade. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming, towelling and perspiring in accordance with directions.

Sunburns are visible signs of damage to skin and should be avoided. If they do occur, post sun protection tips can help to minimise discomfort. Some skincare ingredients can assist with after-care – vitamin B5 for example is efficacious at improving comfort in sensitised skin.

SPF stands for ‘sun protection factor’ and indicates how effective a sunscreen formula is. When rated ‘50+’, sunscreen suncare provides a high level of protection. Even so, SPF50+ sunscreen needs to be reapplied every 2 hours. To gain optimal barrier protection, sun safety tips include applying 20 minutes before sun exposure, and using approximately 7 teaspoons for full body coverage (including arms, legs, neck, ears, body front, body back, and face).

Expired sunscreen won’t protect skin effectively from the sun. Always read the label on your products, and discard sun protection past its use-by-date.

Sun safety measures like sunscreen help to protect against forms of cancer alongside visible skin degradation. By using sun care tips, sun-related skin concerns such as hyperpigmentation, dark spots and premature ageing like fine lines, wrinkles and sagging are protected against. Sun protection can also assist with broader skin concerns – by helping to maintain the moisture barrier layer of skin.

Sun protection is important during pregnancy – especially as skin can become further sensitised to UV radiation. Opt for hypoallergenic and sensitive-suitable suncare like Anthelios Invisible Fluid facial Sunscreen SPF 50+, which provides very high UVA/UVB protection.

Some exposure is inevitable, but sun protection is important to use whenever it occurs. While outdoor activities have healthy associations, all UV exposure can damage skin

You should avoid direct sun exposure when the sun is at its hottest, between 11am and 3pm. Another helpful measure to use is the UV Index – which determines when in the day and year sun exposure should be minimised. If you are outside during these times, sunscreen tips include staying in the shade and covering up.

In Australia, the levels of UV radiation are some of the highest in the world. Every day of the year, SPF50+ suncare should be used for optimal sun protection. Keep reading to find out how much to apply and how often.