Sun safety tips

• Look for sunscreens with an SPF of at least 30, plus water resistance and broad-spectrum protection.

• Apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before going outside.

• Apply plenty – about one teaspoonful (5ml) for each arm, each leg, your back, your front and your face (which includes your neck and ears). That adds up to about 35ml for a full-body application.

• Ignore “once-a-day” claims. Sunscreen should be reapplied often – every two hours you’re outside.

• Mopping up sweat or towelling dry reduces protection: apply another coat of sunscreen immediately.

A sunscreen is only one part of your defence. Cover up with suitable clothing, a broad-brimmed hat and sunglasses. When the sun’s rays are most intense (between 10am and 4pm September to April or when the UV index is greater than three), limit your time in the sun.

The following products met their SPF label claim.