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At MELITTA SKIN, we are always learning new things every day from fellow experts within the world of skin and beauty. Glow Academy is our way of sharing the best tips, tricks and updates on this ever-growing world that we all love.
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OUR MOST READ ARTICLES
Your eyes and ears for all things skincare and beauty.
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WTF IS SPF
Unlock the truth about SPF: Discover how SPF ratings impact sun protection, the real difference between SPF 15 and SPF 50 and why proper sunscreen application is key to effective UV defence.
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Feature two
COST OF SUN SAFETY
Explore the economic barriers to sun safety in New Zealand. Learn how GST on sunscreen impacts public health and why exempting sunscreen could promote greater accessibility and reduce skin cancer rates.
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FOR ALL SKIN TYPES
Discover why the 'For All Skin Types’ label falls short in skincare. Learn how personalised routines tailored to your skin's unique needs can deliver better results than one-size-fits-all solutions.
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Feature four
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For All Skin Types
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COST OF SUN SAFETY
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WTF is SPF: Decoding Sun Protection Numbers
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CHECK OUT WHAT THE EXPERTS ARE SAYING
Regulatory FAQs
The Sunscreen Product Safety Act (2022) regulates the safety and efficacy of sunscreens sold in New Zealand. It ensures that particular sunscreen products meet specific standards for SPF claims, ingredients and labelling.
Effective September 2022, the Sunscreen (Product Safety Standard) Act 2022, requires all sunscreen products sold in NZ to undergo independent testing. This mandatory testing ensures compliance with safety standards and protects consumers by guaranteeing accurate SPF claims. Furthermore, the recent update now requires additional sunscreen products with an SPF of 15 or higher to undergo independent testing. This includes insect repellent, lotions or serums, foundation and lip balms.
Sunscreens must be tested using internationally recognised methods to verify the purported SPF claims. These tests simulate real-world conditions and assess how effectively the product protects against UVB rays, the primary cause of sunburn. Tests are conducted on human skin and track the efficacy of sunscreens over a period of time.
Both countries have adopted the AS/NZS 26042012 standard for SPF claims, but a significant difference is that Australia has required mandatory independent testing since 2012, while New Zealand only made testing mandatory with the enactment of the Sunscreen Act 2022.