sunscreen

[brucesbabe]

Hi.
We are arriving the end of July. I know it will be winter (temp?) but wondered whether it would still be necessary to apply sunscreen
Cheers
Lisa

[Rachiegarlo]

Not usually, but we do have winter sunny days, and the sun can feel warm, but most people won't burn. However it is more the accumulated damage to think about and the length of time spent out in the sun in Winter. If you work outdoors, then perhaps yes on the bits which show on clear sunny days. If you use a facial moisturiser then get one with sunscreen in it.

[xzibit]

If I'm going to be outside on a sunny day for any length of time (over 10 mins) I put it on even in winter. The sun is still strong here on a clear day in winter and even though I may not burn I personally won't risk any potential issues for the future.

[adelaidenow]

There is too much covering up here in winter, peopel wrongky wear hats when they shouldn't. Vitamin D (?) deficiency is becoming a problem due to this. I am unsure if sunscreen blocks it out as well.

[xzibit]

Just have some Mackerel as a substitute.

[jtct]

If you are not wearing long sleeved jumpers, jeans, gloves and hats then 'Yes'

I use it as a moisturiser after my morning shower and will continue throughout the winter. Got enough wrinkles and freckles already - don't need any more!

[adelaidenow]

I know we are SA not VIC, but same rules.

From May to August, when Victoria’s UV level drops below 3, most people need about two to three hours of sunlight to the face, arms, hands (or equivalent area), spread over each week. Seeking out the midday winter sun is the best way to achieve this. People with naturally very dark skin may need three to six times this exposure and supplements may be required. Sun protection is not required unless you are near highly reflective surfaces such as snow, are outside for extended periods or the UV level reaches 3 and above.

http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/b...burn_explained

[Tterrier81]

i dont even wear it in summer lol

[IrishStew]

you lot are making me weep. I don't even know what the Sun looks like anymore. I must be so Vitamin D deficient that by the time I get to OZ my bones will be soup.

Yours from wet, soggy, dull, dark, damp, sunless Northern Ireland aaaaaaaaaaaaagh. ;-)

IrishStew (OH)

[Helchops]

Aww, me too. There was me sitting on our UK deck this morning while the sun was out in my coat, scarf & gloves just to get some LIGHT!!