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Research shows 85% of Australians don’t apply enough sunscreen to prevent UV from damaging their skin.
For the parts of your body not covered by clothing, hats and sunglasses, apply sunscreen using these tips:
- Apply sunscreen to any exposed skin at least 20 minutes before you go outside.
- Most adults should use at least 7 teaspoons of sunscreen for one full body application to cover exposed skin properly. Use our SunScreen calculator below to help you.
- Reapply sunscreen every two hours or more frequently if swimming or sweating. Remember to bring sunscreen with you.
How to apply sunscreen:
For maximum protection, use SPF 30+ or higher 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.
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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.