» If my skin doesn't burn, is it still ok to sun bake?
» Can I still get burnt on a cloudy day?
» What’s the difference between UVA and UVB rays?
» What does SPF 30+ stand for?
» Does a sunscreen with SPF30 protect you twice as much as a sunscreen with SPF15?
» Does sunscreen have an expiry date?
» Is aerosol sunscreen as reliable as a lotion?
» Are your products PABA Free?
» How do I know that the sunscreen I am using is safe from harmful chemicals?
» Where can I purchase your products?
» What makes your sun care products different to others on the market?
» Do you test on animals?
If my skin doesn't burn, is it still ok to sun bake?
There is no such thing as a safe tan. Any exposure to UV rays from the sun or a sun bed is still damaging to the skin. When skin is exposed to UV radiation, pigment cells (melanocytes) produce dark brown compound melanin, which gives you that tanned appearance. A tan is a sign of skin damage which may lead to premature ageing, skin spots, wrinkles and other more serious skin conditions such as skin cancer.
Can I still get burnt on a cloudy day?
Surprisingly yes! On a cloudy day the suns rays can still penetrate the earth’s atmosphere and the levels of UV can be can be similar to those on a clear day. When there are broken clouds the UV levels can still rise and fall so it is important to always take protective measures when outdoors.
What’s the difference between UVA and UVB rays?
The sunlight that hits the earth’s atmosphere is made up of two different types of rays; Ultraviolet A (UVA) and Ultraviolet B (UVB) which affect your skin in different ways. UVB rays are the primary cause of sunburn and most skin cancers and can generally be blocked by window glass. UVA, on the other hand, can pass through window glass and is associated with skin ageing. UVA rays penetrate deeper into the base layer of the skin so even if you’re not getting burnt, you’re still likely to be ageing your skin. Just remember, A is for ageing and B is for burning.
What does SPF 30+ stand for?
SPF 30+ stands for Sun Protection Factor of greater than thirty. This means that when applied properly, the sunscreen gives your skin thirty times its natural protection. In other words, a sunscreen with a SPF 30 protects your skin from approximately 96.6 per cent of the sun's rays.
Does a sunscreen with SPF 30 protect you twice as much as a sunscreen with SPF 15?
No. This is a common misconception about sunscreen effectiveness. The level of protection for SPF 30 and SPF 15 should be measured using a percentage of the sun's rays that the sunscreen blocks. An SPF 30 gives you approximately 96.6 per cent protection against the suns rays whereas an SPF 15 gives you approximately 93.3 percent protection. Unfortunately, no sunscreen can protect you against 100% of the sun's rays so it is important to always use an SPF 30 and apply liberally and frequently. It is important to always wear hats and clothing when out in the sun. A sunscreen product should not be relied on as the primary means of protection.
Does sunscreen have an expiry date?
All sunscreen products should have an expiry date printed on their label. The label should also include information on how to store your sunscreen to make sure the product does not expire before the date indicated. Keep your sunscreen in a cool, dry place because at temperatures over 40 degrees (e.g. in your glove box or beach bag) the product may start to deteriorate.
Is aerosol sunscreen as reliable as a lotion?
Face of Australia Sun aerosol sunscreen is just as safe and reliable as your everyday sunscreen lotion. An aerosol sunscreen may feel lighter in weight and consistency however it maintains exactly the same sun protection factor as a lotion, SPF 30+.
Are your products PABA Free?
Yes, all sunscreen products in the Face of Australia range are PABA free.
How do I know that the sunscreen I am using is safe from harmful chemicals?
Australian sunscreen products are regulated as medicines and as such are required to be made using only approved ingredients and be manufactured in government regulated and licensed manufacturing facilities. As part of these requirements both the raw materials used and the finished products are subject to stringent standards at all times during manufacture.
Face of Australia sunscreens has been licensed by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration for over 15 years. The TGA is the regulatory body responsible in Australia for the regulation of medicinal products and their manufacture.
Where can I purchase your products?
Face of Australia Sun products can be purchased from your local Priceline, Priceline Pharmacy, Kmart and selected pharmacies. Search for your nearest stockist here.
What makes your sun care products different to others on the market?
Our products are designed specifically for Australians and the Australian environment.
As an Australian company, we recognised a need to provide Australian consumers with unique suncare products designed specifically for them. With this goal in mind we set out to formulate products that catered to our Australian consumers, providing them with exceptional quality at affordable prices. We have over twenty five years experience with suncare products and produce goods that are effective and safe to use, without the unnecessary use of harsh chemicals or testing on animals.
Do you test on animals?
Face of Australia Sun products are not tested on animals.
When developing products, we take into account many safety and moral issues in order to provide products that will be safe to use, offer a high level of performance and be state of the art. Our approach to assuring safety is to only utilise ingredients that are GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) and to formulate within well established use limits. This provides us with the confidence to market our products without cruel animal testing.