Sunburn

Last Updated On | 11 Jun 2026

Ask Mariella

Do I really need to bother with SPF when the weather's rubbish?

Our Second Act columnist Mariella Frostrup is here with all the advice on SPF - even when it's raining and you're desperate to feel the sun on your skin

Is it really a big deal to skip sunscreen in winter? An expert weighs in

Pharmacist Elena Monje reveals why SPF is your ultimate winter beauty non-negotiable for blocking UVA rays, preventing wrinkles, and age-proofing skin

Dr Nora Jaafar, dermatologist, warns about misinformation putting kids at 'lifetime risk'

Overexposure to the sun can cause permanent damage to the skin

Are sunbeds really that bad for you?

Sunbeds are extremely damaging to your health: the facts according to an aesthetic doctor…

The Oprah-approved SPF brand she gifted to all her friends

Sunscreen brand Saltee counts Oprah as a fan...

Dan Walker asks fans for advice amid holiday woes

The BBC Breakfast star is currently on holiday in North Wales

Neck and cleavage: at risk from the sun

Take time to review your skin care routines as low-cut necklines take centre stage for summer

Say 'hello' to aloe vera

Widely used in cosmetics, this wonderful plant has regenerative and anti-inflammatory properties.

Did the sunshine catch you by surpise and without your sun screen? Did you stay out longer than intended or was the sun brighter and stronger than you realised? Whatever the reason, read on to see how to relieve the effects of over-exposure to the sun.

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