Sunscreen calculator
How to apply sunscreen:
For maximum protection, use SPF 30+ broad spectrum sunscreen with a hat, sunglasses, clothing and shade.
Reapply every 2 hours or more frequently after swimming or working up a sweat.
Use the sunscreen calculator to find
out how much you need to apply.
Enter your gender, height and weight
Height
cm
Weight
kg
Click on the arrows to select the clothing that best represents what you are wearing.
You need to apply approximately
of sunscreen every 2 hours when outside.
No sunscreen provides 100% protection so always use with a broad brimmed hat, sunglasses, covering clothing and shade.
of sunscreen every 2 hours when outside.
No sunscreen provides 100% protection so always use with a broad brimmed hat, sunglasses, covering clothing and shade.
Also refer to:
- Creating effective shade: shade audit tool
- SunSmart UV Alert
- Being SunSmart in Victoria fact sheet for general information about skin cancer, vitamin D and when and how to be SunSmart
- SunSmart resources to find sun protection information in other languages
- Sunburn for more information about skin damage, degrees of sunburn and treatment
