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Do You Know How Long Sunscreen Will Protect You For?

25 September, 2018 - 09:05pm by - First Lady | 157 Comments

Article by BR Natalie

Do you know how long a SPF 30 sunscreen will protect you for?

30 minutes
3 hours
3 x 30 minutes
Other?

I've been quizzing my family and friends as part of my 'wear-sunscreen' nag-a-thon.  No one has answered correctly thus far.

Not to sound like a nagging nelly but our little pop quiz shouldn't have you stumped. SPF is a DAILY ESSENTIAL for everyone in your family.  Why?  Because it is quite literally life-saving stuff.  And not in a 'there's a small chance it could save your life' way.  Sunscreen is hugely important.  90% of skin cancers in NZ are caused by excessive sun exposure.  And skin cancer rates in NZ?  High.  Really, really high.  We have the highest incidence rate of melanoma in the world.

So, back to that burning question.  Do you think 'the higher the SPF number, the longer I'll be protected?' Uh-uh.  

SPF is directly related to the individual's burn time. 

So if you burn within 20 minutes of unprotected sun exposure, when applied correctly, SPF 30 will protect you for 20 minutes x 30.  So 600 minutes.  If you burn within 10 minutes of sun exposure, a SPF 30 will only protect you for 300 minutes - a HUGE difference.

Minutes to burn without sunscreen x SPF = Maximum sun exposure time

But always err on the side of caution, and reapply regularly.  Slip, slop, slap!

We're looking for 60 reviewers to put a sunscreen from a renowned brand La Roche-Posay to the test.  


La Roche-Posay's Anthelios XL Ultra Light SPF50+  is a with broad spectrum SPF50+ facial sunscreen containing an innovative UV filtering system to provide the highest UVA and UV protection. 

It's ultra light with a non-greasy texture and is absorbed instantly - leaving a finish that is...invisible.  Like all La Roche-Posay products, Anthelios XL is specially designed for sensitive skin - it's fragrance-free, paraben-free, non-comedogenic.

We know - it sounds FANTASTIC.  If you want to be one of our reviewers on this Trial Team, put your hand up by commenting below and chatting to us about all things sunscreen.  Did you pass our pop quiz at the beginning of the article?  Do you regularly use sunscreen, or are you a bit hit and miss?  Maybe you have sensitive skin and struggle to find the right daily sunscreen?

Get chatting below - we might just pick you!

Do You Know How Long Your Sunscreen Will Protect You For?


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26th September, 2018

So many times I have put sunscreen on to find myself burnt. I do have sensitive skin when using a product like this and often find I "forget" about my face for that very reason. Unfortunately, depending on the day, I can burn within 10 minutes on my face.

I would love to trial this product.

26th September, 2018

No, I didn’t pass your pop quiz, obviously I need to read up a bit more on sunscreen! I am a bit hit & miss with sunscreen to be honest.... Some tend to be very greasy and feel very thick on the skin too - as if my skin can’t breathe. As we’re coming into warmer weather now though, I’d be keen to put up my hand to try this sunscreen! La Roche-Posay do some amazing products and I like the sound of this sunscreen having a non-greasy texture and being free of nasties like parabens, etc! Yes please!

26th September, 2018

Yes please!! My skin burns in about 10 minutes, it's aaaaaaaaawful :( I'm always looking for nice, high-spf sunscreens which don't bug my skin.

26th September, 2018

Always add some every 2 hours at least So in need of new one for my upcoming holiday!! Time to bring my freckles out but pls oh pls no sunburn for my Lilly white skin pls Never never never again

26th September, 2018

This trial has come up at the best time! I've heard such great things about this sunscreen, especially for people with sensitive skin. I would love to actually give this a try.

26th September, 2018

I'd love to try this sunscreen! I'd love to find a good sunscreen that isn't greasy, full of fragrance or drying. I have really sensitive skin (plus eczema and prone to breakouts) that burns quite easily. I also use chemical exfoliants which sensitise the skin even more, so a high SPF is crucial for me (even in winter). I've actually been looking at this sunscreen but haven't bought it because I don't know if my skin will like it or not, so trialling it would be perfect.

26th September, 2018

I use sunscreen because I burn, but I struggle to find a face sunblock that is reliable, so I'd love to trial Anthelios XL Ultra Light SPF50+ since it's light and non-greasy.

26th September, 2018

I use sunscreen because I burn, but I struggle to find a face sunblock that is reliable, so I'd love to trial Anthelios XL Ultra Light SPF50+ since it's light and non-greasy.

26th September, 2018

I use sunscreen because I burn, but I struggle to find a face sunblock that is reliable, so I'd love to trial Anthelios XL Ultra Light SPF50+ since it's light and non-greasy.

26th September, 2018

Please consider me for this trial ,both hands up ,I have very sensitive skin ,am fair skinned originally coming from Bonnie scotland ,the NZ sun is a tad harsh for me ,I need really good sun protection ,as I already have some sun damage and do not want any more ,love to be part of this ,thanks .

26th September, 2018

I burn extremely quickly (<5 Minutes) so any good quality sunscreen suitable for sensitive skin is worth trying. I've heard a lot of good things about LaRoche Posay via YouTubers, so I'd be really interested in being able to try one of their products now that they are available here in New Zealand

26th September, 2018

I’m on isotane and my dermatologist recommended this product! I would love to review it!

26th September, 2018

I'm really good at remembering to put sunscreen on the kids but often forget myself. I think our lot is probably expired so would love to trial another

26th September, 2018

Omg I would really benefit from this Trial! My skin is so pale and sensitive to the sun, honestly I just need to take a walk to the mail box - ONE minute and I get burnt! So on top of that many brands react with my skin, especially the popular brands I have tried. I am yet to find a sunscreen that actually works, sounds weird, I never expose myself long anyway, I wear hats and cover up, but the sunscreens I have tried just don't do much, I even make sure I look at UVA & UVB, Broad spectrum - you name it I do it. Soooooo, I would love to try this! For my skins sake :-)

26th September, 2018

This sounds lovely to use, we always get frustrated with the thickness and white look of other sun tan lotions.

Would love to try this!

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