Use of SPF30+ sunscreens

Many people appear to view sunscreen as a shield of armour when it comes to sun protection, rather than one of several measures that should be taken to protect against skin damage.

This position statement provides background information about what sunscreens are and how they work. It covers what to look for in a sunscreen and how to use it for best effect. 

This page was last updated on : Friday, 26 February 2010

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