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Sun Screen • Sunscreen should be applied at least 15 minutes before going in to the sun. This allows the UVR filtering ingredients to settle, dry and form a protective barrier on the skin.• Follow the application method on the bottle or tube. • Make sure the skin is well covered an average adult should apply at least 30ml (about 6 teaspoons) of sunscreen in each FULL body application. • A second application of sunscreen should be applied (about 15 minutes) after the first to ensure no patches have been missed. It is important to reapply after contact with water, sweat, clothing etc... To ensure that sunscreen reaches its stated level of protection. What is the benefit of using a Zinc based sunscreen? Click here to read more. Sun protection tips:• Avoid sun exposure to the summer sun by seeking shade between 11am and 4pm daylight saving months. • A hat, loose-sleeved clothing and sunglasses should be worn when shade is not available. • Put sunscreen on before going outdoors. • Choose a sunscreen that meets the Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS2604 • Use a product that with broad spectrum, and a sun protection factor of 30+ (SPF30+) which offers very high protection.
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