Nivea sun Tropical Bronze 200ml

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The sun is there to be enjoyed by all, and with NIVEA’s line of sun care products, enjoy it you shall! We don’t just offer sunscreen either. We have lotions, sprays and roll-ons that are perfect not only for staying protected from those harmful UV rays, but also for keeping your skin healthy, moisturised and soft, no matter what season it is. Everyone’s skin is unique, so we made sure we have an equally unique line up of sun care products that are guaranteed to match your specific needs. Dispensed as a fine mist, those like La Roche Posay Anthelios Invisible Spray SPF50+ and Vichy Capital Soleil Solar Protective Water Hydrating SPF50, are so lightweight, you could almost forget you were wearing sun cream altogether.

Before we get into the specifics, here's how to read a bottle of bargain suncream, to ensure that it's here for the protection you need.With temperatures hitting the high 20s and a heatwave due in July, chances are you'll be needing to re up on the sun cream this summer. Our products can be used in the sun or on sunbeds, it can be applied over SPF lotion. Contains wheat germ oil. If you have skin sensitivities or are gluten intolerant, please consult your dermatologist prior to use. For those of us who tan easily, there are a couple of ways to keep that glow topped up and looking fresh. One easy solution is to use an oil such as Hawaiian Tropic which boosts the colour after you've laid in the sun a few hours. Another great idea is to boost it before you go into the sun, such as with a tanning milk like this one from Nivea. The German company have a great selection of sun creams and tanning lotions available, and this is a combination of both products in one handy bottle. However, it is important to note the low SPF value of this tanning milk. Carotene Sun Milk from Nivea only has an SPF 6. Natural Ingredients

The good news is, nowadays there are plenty of sun creams that actually feel really nice to apply. In fact, they feel so nice that even the most stubborn SPF-haters out there will find themselves looking forward to slapping them on every day. The sun protection ingredients for facial use aren’t necessarily different from those you apply elsewhere. You’ll just find the textures thinner, less pore-clogging and designed to play nicely under make-up. It goes without saying that you need protection from both UVA and UVB in your sun protection, and, thankfully, almost all of today’s sun creams offer this. How do you know? Look for the words ‘broad spectrum’ on the bottle. Excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation from sunbed use is the main environmental factor that can cause melanoma. If you have had severe sunburn or intense exposure to the sun in the past, particularly in childhood, then you are also at a higher risk. What are the signs of melanoma?You want your suncream to protect against both UVA (the skin ageing rays) and UVB (the burning rays). Look for the term broad-spectrum, as this indicates the formula contains adequate protection against both types of rays. However, it's a good idea to pay closer attention to the individual levels of both UVA and UVB protection. UVB protection: Our products can be used in the sun or on sunbeds, it can be applied over SPF lotion. Contains almond & wheat germ oil. If you have skin sensitivities, nut allergies, or are gluten intolerant, please consult your dermatologist prior to use.

Each of these sun creams has been tested by someone on the Marie Claire UK beauty team against the below criteria. If the sun cream reveals a 'yes' answer to the below, it's made it on the our edit of the best. UVA accounts for around 95% of the UV light that reaches our skin, has the ability to penetrate glass, and is responsible for causing skin damage. Ideally, you want a sun cream that hits the 5-star rating to ensure you’re as covered as can be. How to read an SPF rating PA Rating: Seen mostly on American and International brands. The higher the number of + after the PA the better (the highest rating is PA++++). It's not really recognised as the best way to show protection here in the UK. Why is it so important to use the best sun cream? NIVEA SUN Intense Bronze Oil Spray helps the skin to get golden, intense and long-lasting tan. It also protects your skin against UVA/UVB rays and sunburns. Additionally, the formula with Carotene extract and Vitamin E leaves a smooth and silky skin feeling. The formula is water resistant & has no self tan. And though the days of greasy, oily SPF are very much a thing of the past, finding the right formula–at the right price–is never an easy feat.Melanoma is a type of cancer that starts in the pigment cells in your skin – called melanocytes—and can spread to other parts of your body. Thought mainly to be due to sun exposure, the incidence is increasing and unfortunately in some cases can be life-threatening. What are the causes of melanoma? Ranging from 0 to 5, this scale measures the amount of protection the formula offers against UVA radiation. As is evident from the name, this tanning lotion contains carotene extract. This helps keep the skin soft and supple, as well as reducing the signs of ageing. Vitamin E is also present in this sun milk. It acts as an anti-inflammatory, which helps reduce puffiness in the skin. The formula gives a natural looking tan, and it is fully waterproof. The lotion is however not very long lasting, so may need to be regularly reapplied. It also does not contain any tanning lotion, so will not develop a tan or should not be used as a self tan. Sun Care for the Family Family history is also important when it comes to your risk of melanoma, with it playing a part in around one in ten cases. The best facial sunscreens and the best SPF moisturisers are also flooded with additional skincare ingredients such as antioxidants to ward off sun-related issues such as wrinkles, pigmentation and dehydration. How to use sunscreen

The SPF (sun protection power) number indicates the level of protection against burning. The NHS recommends using SPF 30 and above. SPF 30 is clinically proven to be a sufficient amount of protection to reduce the adverse effects of sunlight. UVA protection:

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There are lots of little symbols and numbers on sun cream bottles, which can be confusing, so here's a little guide to help you decipher the information. UVA Seal: This is the most common UVA rating. It's the letters UVA in a circle and has been classed as sufficient protection. You need to have oil in sunscreen as that’s where the high, broad-spectrum filters are embedded," says dermatologist Dr Hiva Fassihi. The water phase is where the hydrating and antioxidant ingredients sit. Our products can be used in the sun or on sunbeds, it can be applied over SPF lotion. Contains almond & wheat germ oil. If you have skin sensitivities, nut allergies, or are gluten intolerant, please consult your dermatologist prior to use. The UVA star rating system is your most useful tool when identifying the best supermarket sun creams.