The iconic  sun smart campaign in New Zealand has been running for sometime. I think there’s even a song… or maybe it’s just a jingle.

There is, according to the experts, a hole in the ozone layer south of new Zealand over Antarctica and  New Zealand’s summertime ozone has decreased by about 10%  since 1970.

SLIP into a long-sleeved shirt and into the shade. . Generally, fabrics with a tighter weave and darker colours will give you greater protection from the sun. There are also certain fabrics on the market that have a SPF rating.

SLOP on plenty of broad-spectrum SPF30+ sunscreen at least 15 minutes before going outdoors.

SLAP on a hat with a wide-brim or a cap with flaps – more people get sunburned on their face and neck than any other part of the body.

WRAP on a pair of wrap-around sunglasses – UV radiation is just as dangerous to eyesight as it is for the skin.