Spending time in the sun is one of the best parts of summer, but making sure you apply your Australian Gold SPF correctly is essential for keeping your skin protected. It's not just about choosing a high-quality sunscreen, it's how and when you apply that can make all the difference.

Here's a few simple steps you can follow to keep your skin protected whilst enjoying this amazing sunshine we're experiencing at the minute! 

Apply SPF 20 Minutes Before Going Outside

For your SPF to work effectively, it needs time to absorb into your skin. Apply your SPF around 20 minutes before sun exposure so it has time to form a protective barrier before you head outdoors.

Cover Even Those 'Hard To Reach' Parts

When applying your SPF, massage it into your skin using gentle circular motions to ensure even coverage.

It's easy to forget certain areas, so be sure to pay extra attention to:

• Shoulders
• Back of the neck
• Ears
• Tops of your feet
• Hands
• Back of your legs

These areas are often the first to catch the sun and can burn more easily if left unprotected.

Reapply Every Two Hours

To maintain protection, reapply your SPF every two hours, especially if you're spending extended periods outdoors.

Regular reapplication helps ensure your skin stays protected throughout the day.

Swimming Regularly? Reapply Even Sooner

Our range of SPF's are water resistant for up to 80 minutes, making them ideal for days by the pool or at the beach.

However, after swimming, sweating heavily, or towel drying, it's always best to reapply your sunscreen as soon as possible to maintain maximum protection.

Pair Your SPF with Your Favourite Tanning Lotion

Want to achieve a beautiful sun-kissed glow while protecting your skin? You can layer your favourite Australian Gold tanning lotion with your SPF.

Some of our best-sellers this Summer include:

Stellar Glow

If you love a natural-looking tan with beautifully hydrated skin, Stellar Glow is the perfect choice. This intensifier is designed to support your skin's natural tanning process while nourishing it with skin-loving ingredients.

Why you'll love it:

• Helps stimulate melanin production for enhanced natural colour.
• Enriched with Vitamins E, B5 and C to keep skin soft and radiant.
• Hemp Seed Oil, Aloe Vera and Shea Butter provide deep hydration.
• Contains Erythrulose to help develop a longer-lasting, even tan.
• Perfect for those who prefer a bronzer-free, natural-looking glow.

Golden Legacy

Designed especially for legs, Golden Legacy combines instant and gradual bronzing with skincare ingredients that help leave skin looking smooth, toned and radiant.

Why you'll love it:

• DHA Bronzer Blend provides both instant colour and a gradual tan.
• Shave Minimiser technology helps skin feel smoother between shaves.
• Bio-Active Bronzing Minerals and Caffeine help firm and nourish the skin.
• Soft-focus finish leaves legs looking flawless and photo-ready.
• Perfect for showing off beautifully bronzed legs all summer long

Vibrantly Bronze

Want to see results straight away? Vibrantly Bronze delivers immediate colour while continuing to enhance your tan over time.

Why you'll love it:

• Natural bronzing blend provides an instant sun-kissed glow.
• DermaDark® helps encourage deeper, longer-lasting colour.
• Vitamin-rich formula hydrates and conditions the skin.
• Hemp Seed Oil and the Super Skin Complex leave skin feeling silky smooth.
• Ideal for anyone wanting immediate bronzed results with added skincare benefits.

Don't Forget Your SPF

Getting the most from your SPF is simple when you follow the right application routine. Combined with a quality tanning lotion, you'll be giving your skin the care it deserves while working towards a radiant, long-lasting tan. Remember to reapply your SPF regularly and enjoy the sunshine responsibly.