Why your sunscreen might be giving you less protection than you think

A woman applying sun cream on a beach whilst thinking how often should you apply sun cream.

The answers to 'how often should you apply sun cream' and 'how much sunscreen should you apply' might surprise you, as it’s more than you think. 

Whether you are in the UK or abroad, it’s important to be properly protected from the sun. This means not only wearing sun cream on exposed skin not covered by clothing, but also applying the right amount and reapplying it regularly enough.