The BD team will be slathering on these bad boys as we welcome the sunshine.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Nutritive Oil SPF50
I’m lucky enough to have just returned home from a relaxing holiday in Bali. Sipping on cocktails and chilling by the pool was tough and as my skin burns very easily, I needed to ensure I was well-protected on the SPF front. The only sunscreen I ended up reaching for was the latest La Roche-Posay offering, Anthelios Nutritive Oil SPF50. Firstly, it’s a sunscreen oil, which is an exciting concept (for me, anyway!). It protects skin from UVA and UVB rays, and nourishes it with a satin finish, achieved through the Mexoryl XL filtering system. Now I’m just counting down the days until summer so I can show this off at the beach. - Aja
SunSense Moisturising Face SPF 50+
My freckled face reveals all my sins. In the past, I haven’t been as dedicated to my sun safety regime as I should, but that’s about to change (I promise, Mum!). Even the laziest of folks like myself can protect themselves from UV with SunSense Moisturising Face SPF 50+. Just replace your typical moisturiser with Sun Sense’ silky combination, which will keep your skin soft but sun-savvy all at once. - Sarah
Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Lotion SPF30
Playing outside sport and staying protected from the sun can often be a conflict of interest. I play in a lot of touch competitions that require me to be out in the sun for the whole day (I'm talking arriving at the fields at 8am and not leaving until 6pm). It doesn’t help that I'm also sweating profusely - not great for ensuring your sunscreen stays put! That was until Neutrogena's CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Lotion SPF30 came onto the scene. Not only is this one lightweight and oil-free (meaning it's comfortable to wear all day), but it contains technology that allows sweat to pass through and evaporate without compromising on sun protection. It is also sweat-resistant and 80 minutes water-resistant, meaning I feel much safer running around like a lunatic under the hot sun. This summer, thanks to Neutrogena, I'm no longer going to be feeling the burn. - Yelena
Alpha-H Absolute Eye Cream SPF 15
As I fast approach my mid-thirties, I’m much more conscious about slathering on creams to ward off any naughty lines that have started to take up residence on my face. Eye cream has always played a part in my bedtime routine, but since discovering the Alpha-H Eye cream with SPF15, my eyes now get a double dose of goodness. This cream not only refreshes and cools the skin around my eyes, but I’ve also noticed it really helps to reduce the post-sleep puffiness I’m prone to. The fact that it also includes an SPF15 means it’s going to be a handbag staple this summer. - Kate
Charles Worthington Sunshine Leave-In UV Protection Spray
In an age where products are flowing from shelves and advertising campaigns are shouting at us from every which way, not using sun protection before you venture out into the harsh Australian sun makes you a bit of a dunce. But many of us will slather up our bods, pat our faces and completely forget about our strands. Our poor hair is always getting left out to just sit and get frazzled under the burning rays. The UV Protection Spray by Charles Worthington is the perfect addition for any gal or guy’s beach bag - it smooths your strands and protects them from the naughty but delicious sunshine. - Kelly
