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Get the best from your sunscreen Always use a sunscreen that protects your skin against UV-A and UV-B rays.
Centrum tip - First aid for sunburn Sunburn easily results in first-degree burns, especially in young children.
Centrum tip – Hit that heat rash Prickly heat, a common heat-related skin rash, often occurs in children during summer.
Centrum tip - Be sun-savvy this summer The bronzed, sun-baked tan that used to be the essential summer fashion accessory is fading in favour of a spray-on tan or a natural look.
Centrum tip – Check your sun spots You know the drill: avoid the sun between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., wear a high-factor sunscreen and cover up with long sleeves, a hat and good sunglasses.
Centrum tip – Get the rub on sunscreen Apart from only settling for a factor-30+ sunscreen this summer, what else should you know about this powerful weapon against the sun's rays?
Centrum tip – Beat the summer heat Summer in South Africa is no laughing matter. Everyone knows that sinking feeling when temperatures in the 30+ region are forecast.