Garnier Ambre Solaire Clear Protect Sun Cream Spray SPF15, 200ml

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It said: “Garnier Ambre Solaire has been the expert at suncare innovation for over 85 years and is the only suncare brand with research recognised by the British Skin Foundation. We take product efficacy very seriously. Our UVA claims are supported by robust photoprotection testing carried out independently under ISO standard ISO 24443:2012 and meet the requirements of the European Recommendation for sun protection products.” Nivea’s Kids Protect & Care SPF50+ failed the SPF test, falling short of the SPF50 claim on the bottle, Which? said. "A further test on a second sample found the measured SPF was even lower." Nivea Sun prides itself on its decades of experience in sun care and is dedicated to developing products that reliably and effectively protect against sun damage. Keep babies and young children out of direct sunlight. Keep them well covered with a hat, T-shirt and sun glasses.

2 branded sun creams could leave millions at risk of sun damage

Two big brand sun creams from Garnier Ambre Solaire and Nivea - including one for kids - have failed Which? sun protection tests.

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After an initial fail result, we tested an extra sample of each of the sun screens and both failed again. Because of this we've named these two products Don't Buys that we recommend you avoid. When buying sunscreen, NHS recommends choosing a product with at least 4-star UVA protection indicated on the label. Children's skin is more sensitive to the sun , so it's especially important to keep them protected.

Ambre Solaire Clear Protect Sun Cream Spray SPF15 200ml Ambre Solaire Clear Protect Sun Cream Spray SPF15 200ml

You don't have permission to access "http://www.superdrug.com/skin/garnier-ambre-solaire/b/406005" on this server.Alongside covering up, one of the most important considerations is sun cream and their Sun Protection Factor, yet some products may not be providing the level of support they claim on the label, reports The Mirror.

Garnier Ambre Solaire Clear Protect Sun Cream Protection

This year, four sun lotions impressed enough to be given our top recommendation. These products will protect your skin as claimed and be pleasant and easy to use. Garnier Ambre Solaire Ultra-Hydrating Protection Lotion SPF20 helps to protect against the drying effects of the sun, with its 24H hydration formula, for a soft feeling and silky skin. This report assessed Sun Protection Factor (SPF), long wave ultraviolet (UVA) performance, and how easy each product was to apply. Wearing sunglasses and avoiding the hottest part of the day are both advisable things to do (for adults too). Babies should always be kept out of the sun.Clear Protect suncream is very water resistant, perfect for taking to the beach or to the swimming pool. This needs to be a minimum of one third of the SPF, which is the minimum recommendation set by the EU. Sun cream application testing We would advise consumers not to buy these products as there are alternatives available that are both cheaper and performed better when we tested them.” Do not stay too long in the sun, even while using a sunscreen product, because it does not provide 100% protection.

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While the results were close to the minimum required for it to pass, neither sample quite made the grade and so we're recommending that you don't buy it. What the manufacturers sayThe World Health Organization (WHO) recommends using 35ml of sunscreen to cover the whole body; this is about seven teaspoons' worth. It’s best to apply to all exposed areas 15 minutes before going outside, and reapply every two hours, especially after swimming or other outdoor physical activity. SPF 15-20 Discover Garnier's extensive range of sun protection products. Formulated to have wide-spectrum photostable filters. Products are suitable for the whole family.