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QUIZ: How Much Do You Know About Protecting Your Skin From The Sun?
Do you know your SPF from your UVB? Let’s find out.
IF YOU’VE EVER unexpectedly ended up with sunburn after a couple of hours in the back garden or a day of hillwalking, you’ll know how powerful the Irish sun can be.
Even on days when the sun isn’t peeking through the clouds, UV rays can still damage your skin – with additional risk at this time of year when Ireland’s UV index is at its highest.
A dose of sunburn isn’t the only negative effect of overexposure to the sun, however. UVB rays are believed to be the key cause of non melanoma skin cancer, the most common type of cancer in Ireland.
Applying a high quality suncare product daily will ensure you’re well protected whatever the weather. La Roche-Posay’s Anthelios range of broad spectrum products protects from both UVA and UVB rays and is recommended by dermatologists worldwide. La Roche-Posay is donating €1 to the Irish Cancer Society for every stickered suncare product sold in 2020, so you’ll be supporting essential cancer research too.
So you already have some of the facts, but how much do you really know about the sun’s effects on your skin? Before you head on a day trip or hit the road for your long-awaited staycation, put your knowledge to the test…
1. First up, what do the letters SPF stand for?
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Sun Power Factor
Sun Protection Factor
Skin Protection Factor
2. Which penetrates more deeply into the skin's layers, UVA rays or UVB rays?
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UVA
UVB
3. According to La Roche-Posay dermatologists, how often should you apply SPF on your face?
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Whenever it's not raining
Daily during May, June, July and August
Every day of the year
4. My sunscreen is water-resistant. Do I need to reapply after being in the pool or sea?
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Yes, for full protection you should always reapply after being in the water.
No, there's no need.
5. UVA rays can damage our skin through glass. True or false?
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True
False
6. How soon before going in the sun should you apply SPF?
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20 minutes
10 minutes
1 - 2 minutes
7. When are the sun's rays typically at their strongest in Ireland?
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8am - 10am
11am - 3pm
3pm - 5pm
8. In terms of suncare products, what does 'broad spectrum' mean?
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The product is suitable for skin of all ages
The product can be used all over the body
The product will protect you from both UVA and UVB rays
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