Millions of us could be putting our lives at risk by not applying sunscreen properly, experts have warned.

 

专家警告说，数百万英国人因为涂抹防晒霜的方法不当而对自己的生命构成了威胁。

 

An online poll from the British Association of Dermatologists¹ (BAD) revealed eight out of 10 Brits don't apply sunscreen before going out in the sun. What's more, 70% of us aren't reapplying the protection every two hours.

 

The findings follow last weekend's heatwave and skin experts say we should be more careful to check we're protected before sunning ourselves.

 

"Applying liberally half an hour before going out into the sun, and then again shortly after going outside, is vital to ensure that you are fully² covered and that the sunscreen has had time to be absorbed into the skin," said BAD's Johnathon Major.

 

"It should then be reapplied at least every two hours, as the protective filters can break down over time.

 

"It should also be reapplied after any activity where it might be accidentally removed, such as swimming. Water-resistant sunscreens are not friction-resistant, and therefore they can be accidentally removed if you towel dry after swimming or sweating."

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