New Australasian research has concluded that current advice on sun protection could result in people not taking necessary precautions to prevent skin damage, The study by NIWA Scientist, Dr Richard McKenzie in collaboration with Professor Robyn Lucas from Australian National University suggests we may be too conservative with our slip, slop slap. Dr McKenzie says health agencies recommend the use of sun protection when the UV index is three or higher, but as that is almost every day in this part of the world, we should protect our skin, even in winter.