Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin

NIVEA SUN Sensitive Protect SPF50 range has been especially developed to help protect sensitive skin from UV damage.

The SPF50 formula with UVA and UVB protection, protects against skin ageing and sunburn and is dermatologically tested.

The non-greasy sunscreen formula helps to soothe and calm reactive skin with Aloe Vera and Chamomile. Plus, the fragrance free formula with moisturising Vitamin E helps protect and repair the skin by keeping it hydrated, resulting in it being less vulnerable to sun damage.

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that neutralises free radicals while providing a level of protection against negative external influences like the sun's harmful UV rays. Free radicals damage collagen and cause skin dryness, fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin E helps protect and repair the skin by keeping it hydrated and moisturised, resulting in it being less vulnerable to sun damage

Sunscreen protects your skin against damage caused by exposure to UV rays by means of UVA and UVB filters that absorb and reflect harmful UV light. When you apply sunscreen, the UV filters form a thin, protective barrier on the surface of your skin and essentially absorb the harmful UV radiation before it penetrates and damages your skin.

Originally the aloe vera plant comes from the Arabian Peninsula. Meanwhile it is found in many regions, including the Mediterranean, Mexico and India. The aloe vera plant has been used medicinally for thousands of years to protect, heal and soothe the skin. The gel of the aloe vera plant provides the skin with moisture and protects it from drying out at the same time.

As an ingredient, chamomile is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. It also has the ability to neutralise skin irritants.

Due to its gentle but effective healing properties; chamomile is especially suited for use and treatment of overly dry, tender and sensitive skin. It’s soothing, refreshing effects help to heal sensitive skin without irritating it.

Many Australians apply too little sunscreen before heading outdoors. Knowing how to apply sunscreen is crucial for ensuring your skin is properly protected to help prevent sun damage.

• Firstly make sure you apply your sunscreen 20 minutes before going into the sun.
• Secondly, use approximately 7 NIVEA measuring spoons or 35ml for a full body application to adequately protect your body from sun damage.

Remember to reapply sunscreen lotion every two hours, and immediately after sweating, swimming and towel drying off.

*7 NIVEA teaspoon/35ml recommended for an average adult

We know that reefs are suffering at the hands of global climate change due to rising ocean temperatures, as the stress of warm water causes corals to bleach. In addition, studies have shown that the UV filters Oxybenzone and Octinoxate can have a negative impact on coral reefs. As a result, the Hawaii Reef Bill proposes to ban the two UV filters Oxybenzone and Octinoxate from Jan 2021. The NIVEA SUN range is 100% compliant with the Hawaii Reef Bill.

Octinoxate is also known as Octyl Methoxycinnamate