SPF is vital for protecting our skin against damage from UVA and UVB.
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Northern Ireland with the incidences of both non-melanoma and malignant melanoma increasing recently.
Over exposure to UV radiation is an under lying cause of skin cancer, but experts say some cases can be avoided by simple precautions.
UV rays can even damage your skin when you don't feel it is sunny outside, and this is why it is important to ensure you use SPF in your daily skincare routine.
We've put together a list of some popular moisturisers with built in SPF, making it easy to remember to wear your SPF everyday.
They should also prevent your skin from aging in the sun.
Cetaphil Daily Defence Moisturiser SPF50
A light-weight, easily absorbed day cream which hydrates skin.
It claims to provide a "very high, broad-spectrum UVA/B photoprotection to help defend skin against the effects of daily exposure to sunlight and help skin maintain its natural protective barrier".
It's fragrance-free and is non-comedogenic, meaning it does not block your pores.
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30, currently £63.34
This product hydrates the skin and helps it look firm and toned.
Its description says: "A next generation micronized sunscreen offers a unique encapsulated blend that leaves no white streaks on the face and offers evenly distributed broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection without compromise to the texture of the cream."
Olay Regenerist Whip Face Cream SPF30, £34.99
This cream transforms from cream to liquid on contact for fast absorption and a breathable feel.
Olay say: "Our face moisturiser with SPF not only protects your skin against harmful UV rays, but also actively hydrates and plumps your skin for a lifted, glowing look."
Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Facial Moisturiser with SPF 30, £21.90
A multi-tasking facial moisturiser with sunscreen, to give radiant and healthy looking skin.
It’s clinically proven to improve tone, texture, dullness, blotchiness and brown spots.
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream SPF30, currently £20.80
A 24-hour, light-textured cream with SPF 30 which aims to leave your skin feeling comfortable and visibly well-balanced.
Provides continuous moisture replenishment throughout the day.
Superdrug Vitamin E SPF15 Moisturising Cream, £4.99
This cream provides 24-hour moisturisation and is high in antioxidants.
It defends the skin against environmental damage and says it has been specifically developed to hydrate, nourish and protect your skin against the sun's UVA and UVB rays.
To find out which SPF factor you should be using, check out this handy guide by the Public Health Agency.
