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Sunscreens
 Its
all very well having a bottle of sun tan lotion, and all the fuss about SPF
ratings, but if you don't put enough of the stuff on, its not growing to
work.
The EU went as far as including notes on this, reducing the amount you
put on by 50% protection would be reduced by 2 thirds.
"5. How should sunscreen products be used by consumers'
It is important to know that sunscreen products have their full effect only
if used in sufficient quantities: To protect the whole body of an
average-seized adult, a quantity of 35 grams of the sunscreen product needs
to be applied. This is a quantity equal to approximately six filled tea
spoons. Moreover, it is crucial to frequently re-apply these products to
maintain protection – in particular after swimming, bathing or towelling. "
So the next time you apply some sun cream, or location, read the
instructions carefully, and make sure you apply the correct amounts, else
you will have little or no protection at all. |
