Understanding UV, and it's effect on your skin - is so so so important to know.
Why? Becasue light from the sun contains UV radiation which can damage your skin.
It’s important to remember that UV can’t be seen or felt, and cloud cover won’t necessarily reduce UV radiation levels.
The UV index can be high even on cool and overcast days.
The UV index is a tool you can use to know when to protect yourself from UV radiation.
While it's recommended every day, when the UV index is 3 and above, sun protection is absolutely crucial.
If you have very fair skin and will be in the sun for long periods (more than an hour), you may need protection even if the UV index is below 3.
For smartphone users, the Cancer Council’s free SunSmart app called "SunSmart Global UV" is a great way to check the UV Index in your area. Download it today!
PS. Our all-natural sunscreen is SPF 50+ and is designed for our harsh Australian climate, (while keeping your skin looking in tip-top shape).
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I can certainly attest to the importance of the use of sun protection, rain, hail or shine. A tiny white dot on the tip of my nose resulted in the loss of 85% of my nose by way of 2 major skin grafts & post-op scar removal. Incredibly & thankfully the outcome was a benign result. My daily regime for the past 18 mths includes the use of sunscreen under my foundation as I am to avoid the sun to my face, particularly my nose, as much as is possible for the rest of my life. I was recently gifted a bottle of your sunscreen. I love it & will continu…