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Daily Mirror
20-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Major UK supermarket sun creams ranked and one costs just £2.99
We all know the importance of putting suncream on each day - especially during a heatwave, and now there's no excuse with these supermarket own branded lotions With temperatures predicted to soar to up to 34C, it's important to be layering on your SPF regularly. - You can pick up a bottle of sun-cream during your next food shop with these top ranked supermarket own brands. So now you don't have to get burned literally or financially with prices as low as £2.99 you can save on the pricey sun-care and instead put your savings towards an ice cream or cocktail in the sun instead. With the likes of Aldi, Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco all offering up their own versions, you have no excuse for not reapplying while out enjoying the sun. Staying safe in the sun doesn't have to break the bank, and whether you're out and about, sunbathing or trying to avoid it, and consumer champions at Which? found some of the best deals out there. The cheapest sun creams Aldi – Lacura SPF50+ – £2.99 (200ml) Asda – Protect Sensitive SPF50+ – £3.04 (200ml) Morrisons – Sun Lotion SPF50 – £4.50 (200ml) Sainsbury's – Sun Protect SPF50+ – £5.50 (200ml) Boots - Soltan SPF50+ - £5.50 (200ml) Superdrug - Solait SPF50 Sun Lotion - £5.50 (200ml) Tesco – Piz Buin SPF50+ – £7.00 (200ml) What does SPF mean? So when it comes to buying the right sun protection, it's crucial to know what it all means. The sun protection factor (SPF) indicates the amount of protection sun creams offer against UVB radiation. It tells you how much longer skin that's covered with the sun cream takes to redden in response to UV, compared with unprotected skin. What factor sun cream should I use? It all depends on what type of skin you have, but the NHS and Cancer Research UK both recommend you pick a product with an SPF of at least 30. If your skin burns easily, it's best to stay on the safe side and opt for a higher SPF. For kids and SPF for your face, it's recommended to use factor 50, as kids skin is more sensitive, and our faces are typically more exposed to the sun. What is UVA/UVB/UVC? According to Which? UVA (ultraviolet A) is a type of ultraviolet radiation from the sun, which has been linked with premature ageing. Both UVA and UVB have been linked with skin cancer. UVB (ultraviolet B) is another type of radiation from the sun and is the main cause of sunburn. It has a shorter wavelength than UVA. UVC (ultraviolet C) is the shortest form of UV radiation and the most dangerous to our skin, although luckily it cannot penetrate the earth's atmosphere. Of the UV rays that get through our atmosphere and can affect our skin, UVB makes up 5% and the other 95% is UVA. What does the UVA seal mean? The UVA seal indicates that a product meets the EU recommendation for sun creams to offer a UVA protection factor equivalent to at least a third of their SPF.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Where to buy the cheapest suncream to beat the heatwave
As temperatures rise for a summer UK heatwave, households across the country are getting ready for sunny days and sweltering nights. But, with costs rising across the board, and rocketing food and bill prices, many are looking to get their summer essenmtials for less - including the all important suncream. Whether you're sunbathing or splashing about, you'll need a good high SPF sunscreen - plus all the other heatwave essentials. Whether it's B&Q or B&M, here's how to prep your home and garden for high temperatures – without blowing your summer budget – from fans and suncream, to paddling pools and pet cooling mats. The team at have crunched the numbers and put together this comparison. If there's one thing you don't want to skimp on in a heatwave, it's SPF. We searched high street favourites for the cheapest full-size, SPF50 sun creams – and this summer, Aldi takes the crown. Cheapest: Aldi – Lacura SPF50+ – £2.99 (200ml) Asda – Protect Sensitive SPF50+ – £3.04 (200ml) Morrisons – Sun Lotion SPF50 – £4.50 (200ml) Sainsbury's – Sun Protect SPF50+ – £5.50 (200ml) Boots - Soltan SPF50+ - £5.50 (200ml) Superdrug - Solait SPF50 Sun Lotion - £5.50 (200ml) Tesco – Piz Buin SPF50+ – £7.00 (200ml) Whether it's a desk fan for your home office or a pedestal fan to battle the bedroom heat, prices vary wildly. The best value? Sainsbury's with a full-size desk fan under £18. Cheapest: Sainsbury's – Challenge Desk Fan – £17.50 Tesco – Igenix Pedestal Fan – £19.99 Currys – Status Pedestal Fan – £19.99 B&M – Blaupunkt Pedestal Fan – £20.00 Argos – Bush Tower Fan – £30.00 Aldi – Bladeless fan – £39.99 (limited stock, in-store only) When temperatures soar, a paddling pool in the garden can be a game-changer – especially for children. B&Q leads with a full-size inflatable for just a fiver. Cheapest: B&Q – Bestway Plain Inflatable Pool – £5.00 Sainsbury's – Funsicle Three Ring Pool – £8.00 B&M – Summer Set Pool – £8.00 Argos – Funsicle Two Ring Pool – £10.00 (or 2 for £15) Asda – Blue Paddling Pool – £11.99 (online only) Tesco – Hapello Pool – £12.00 No shade? No problem. Parasols are perfect for gardens, patios, balconies, and beaches alike. Wilko offers the best deal with a full-size model for under £9. Cheapest: Wilko – Leopard Print Parasol – £8.99 B&M – Vancouver Parasol – £10.00 Tesco – Harbour Housewares Parasol – £11.00 (online only) The Range – Metal Beach Parasol – £11.99 Dunelm – Blue & White Striped Parasol – £12.00 Argos – Home Parasol – £22.00 Don't forget the dogs! From cooling mats to collars, these pet essentials help keep our four-legged friends safe and comfortable. Home Bargains comes out top with a cooling vest under £2.50. Cheapest: Home Bargains – MyPet Cooling Vest – £2.49 B&M – Cooling Pet Collar – £2.50 Wilko – Pet Ice Towel – £2.99 The Range – Pet Cooling Mat – £5.99 Aldi – Large Cooling Mat – £5.99 (whilst stocks last) Pets at Home – Nylabone Freezer Toy – £8.00 Anyone buying sunscreen this summer needs to know about this 'hidden' three-letter sunscreen code that will save you money, according to Martin Lewis. The financial expert has advised anyone buying suncream to turn the bottle over and take a look at the three-letter code on the back. He explains how it works: "As we're racing towards summer, just a quick tip on sunscreen, when you get your sunscreen, turn the bottle around, because on the back, you'll see a PAO number, usually 12 or 24 months. He added: "PAO stands for period after opening, and it's how long the sunscreen is still going to give you protection for once you've opened it. "So then, when you do the what they write that onto the sunscreen and you know if you're trying to use it in a year's time, whether it's still valid or not and not just think that it's too old and you should chuck it. Save yourself a little bit of cash." Why you should always turn your suncream of The Martin Lewis Podcast (listen anywhere pods are available) — Martin Lewis (@MartinSLewis) May 8, 2025 The skincare experts at Kiehl's warn that the sun protection elements won't be as effective after the product expires. 5 easy ways to save money when buying your travel money Martin Lewis: Biggest factor to change mortgage rates Martin Lewis urgent warning for DWP tax credit claimants "Active ingredients break down over time and there's potential for chemicals to alter," they say. "Sunscreen should never be used after its expiration date as it simply won't provide the protection advised and could leave you in danger of sun damage. Expired products will also become full of bacteria and transferring that to your skin might cause redness, a mild rash or an eye infection. "Because of this, expired products need to be discarded. If you have sensitive skin, then you'll want to be extra vigilant."
Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Three ways to stay safe on a budget as the temperature soars
TEMPERATURES are soaring across Britain this week and protecting your skin is essential. But sunny days needn't break the bank. 7 Three ways to stay safe on a budget as the temperature soars Credit: Getty Here's how to stay safe on a budget . . . DITCH BRANDED: It's always best to opt for lotion that has an SPF of at least 30 to protect against harmful rays. You can spend loads of cash on luxury sun lotions, but own-brand can be just as good. Just make sure the lotion you use has at least a four-star UVA protection. There are plenty of affordable lotions that fall into this category. For example, Aldi's Lacura SPF50+ Sensitive Sun Lotion (200ml), priced at £2.99, has five-star UVA and UVB rating, plus it has been awarded a 'Great Value' accreditation by consumer champion Which?. The lotion outperformed specialist brands costing almost ten times as much at £28. STAY SAFE: Drink plenty of water when the sun is shining to keep you and your skin well hydrated. Avoid being out in the sun when it's strongest between 11am and 3pm. Find some shade instead or stay indoors. How to stay cool during hot weather If you're in the sun, wear loose clothing that helps keep your skin covered, as well as lotion. When applying sunscreen, make sure you spread it generously, if it is too thin it won't offer enough protection. And you should also chuck any lotion that is past its expiry date. AFTER SUN: If you've spent too long in the sun and your skin is feeling a touch sensitive, take a cool shower to help calm the burn. An aloe vera plant can also help soothe — you can buy one for as little as £3 in Ikea. Squeeze the gel from the plant's leaves and pop in the fridge to make it feel nice and cool before applying to skin. A layer of alcohol-free moisturiser can lock in the aloe vera gel. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability Deal of the day 7 Save £250 on this six-seater metal patio dining set at Argos EAT dinner al fresco with this six-seater metal patio dining set, down from £500 to £250 at Argos. SAVE: £250 Cheap treat 7 Save £2.60 on Nivea Men's creme at Boots KEEP skin hydrated with Nivea Men's creme, usually £5.19, now £2.59 at Boots. SAVE: £2.60 What's new? IN the market for some new white goods? Currys has lowered the price of installation, saving you up to £60 on selected appliances. Top swap 7 Stay in the shade, looking cool, with this trilby, £22 from Marks & Spencer Credit: M&s 7 Or pop to Primark for a similar version, below, at just £4 STAY in the shade, looking cool, with this trilby, £22 from Marks & Spencer. Or pop to Primark for a similar version, at just £4. SAVE: £18 Little helper IF you need some new bedding, head to for the 50 per cent off sale and get an extra 20 per cent off when using the code EXTRA20 at checkout. Shop & save 7 Save £5.75 on this Homebase Hunter Oak two-tier office desk GET your work done in style with the Homebase Hunter Oak two-tier office desk. It was £22.99, now £17.24. SAVE: £5.75 Hot right now GET up to 70 per cent off garden buys at Discounts include a Bestway 8ft pool, now reduced from £59.99 to £19.99. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 7 Join thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
Daily Mirror
11-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Brits urged not to buy popular £6 item to replace sun-screen for holidays
Vitamin D from a sunny day is always beneficial - but whether it's summer or any other season, wearing a good sunscreen is important to protect our skin from damage Going abroad soon? Packing up for a holiday you've been looking forward to can be exciting. But, be sure to bring one of the most important items when travelling in a hot, sunny destination: sun cream. A few minutes in the sun provides a healthy dose of vitamin D, and most importantly, what everyone is looking for, a tan line. However, many hours exposed to the strong rays of sunshine can damage our skin so it's important to take good care of it. It's vital we remember to keep reapplying sun-cream, with consumer experts at Which? advising Brits to steer clear of single-use products which promise prolonged protection from UV rays. Or at least ignore the labels which say only one application is needed for the entire day. The consumer champions say: "It's appealing to think we can slap on the sunscreen in the morning and be protected all day long, but experts don't recommend relying on once-a-day formulations, and neither do we. When Which? tested four SPF30 single-application sun creams we recorded an average 74% decrease in SPF protection over the course of the day." Experts have advised re-applying all sun-screen regularly as daily activities such as swimming or even sweating can wipe it all away, leaving you exposed. In some extreme cases, the consequences can be life-threatening, as reported by the National Library of Medicine. Wearing SPF sunscreen is important, even when indoors. This is because it helps protect the skin from the sun's harmful UV rays, which can lead to skin diseases such as cancer, sunburn, and even ageing. Even before applying your make-up and during your skincare routine, you should ensure one of your products contains an effective SPF. As reported by Which?, sunscreen needs to be re-applied every few hours or so - don't fall for the trap of 'provides up to eight hours of sun protection'. The site recommends applying it every two hours, especially after swimming. And you don't need to buy a big branded sun cream to ensure you're fully protected. The publication concluded that the best sun creams were Lidl's SPF 50 Cien and their SPF 30 Cien. Also, Aldi's Lacura SPF30 Sun Lotion as it provides full-body protection. The tests were carried out blindfolded and have been recognised by the British and International test standards for sun protection items, including SPF and UVA tests - and they cost less than a fiver,
