A summer with no holiday doesn’t mean a summer with no sunshine (finger’s crossed) but protecting your skin with an SPF is paramount even during a grey British summer or afternoon spent in the shade. Why? Because harmful UV rays can cause any number of different types of skin damage and are the number one cause of ageing. Going beyond burned or sensitive skin, over-exposure can produce radical oxygen species (ROS) in the skin, which are highly reactive and interactive with a wide range of cellular components. UV rays can degrade or destroy collagen and elastin in the skin, which compromises skin structure and can cause signs of premature ageing. Pus, left unprotected, UV radiation can also result in the synthesis of melanin within cells, causing this to ‘clump’ and lead to formation of localised pigmentation – put simply, patches of uneven skin tone, dark and light spots.

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sun protection 101

Protect your skin with our two powerful, multi-tasking SPF skincare products: in transit skin defence – an SPF30 (also available as SPF45) daily moisturiser enriched with Bio Boost (our unique defensive and protective Superblend of repairing antioxidant plant oils), hydrating Hyaluronic Serum and soothing Vitamin E – plus, perfect legs skin protecter – a travel-sized serum with SPF30 containing an expert blend of natural actives and botanicals to refine and deeply moisturise skin texture. Whilst you might be safe from UVB when covered up, UVA rays can transcend glass (i.e. windows), clouds and thinner fabrics meaning that it’s important to apply within your morning skin routine each and every day. 
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"Get one of these before they go! Most of the Grazia office swears by this range, including me. Contains the top three skincare essentials in one tube: hydrating Hyaluronic acid, Vitamin E and SPF 30.”

Jane Brunton, former Editor-in-Chief at Grazia

Read on for our top tips to safely sun-kissed skin…

1. LITTLE AND OFTEN

On days spent outside, SPF should be applied every two hours. A teaspoon sized amount (4ml) is perfect for face application and a shot glass (30ml) is enough for the whole body.

2. HAT'S ON

Key not only to giving the delicate skin on your face a break from sun exposure, a hat is also great for protecting your scalp, preventing dryness and flakiness.

3. TAKE A BREAK

No matter how much of a sun-lover you are, don’t forget to take breaks from the sun – especially in the hours where it’s at its highest.

4. stay hydrated

Stay hydrated! In both skin and body. Be sure to follow up with after-sun skincare and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

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