Consumer NZ testing finds that seven out of 10 sunscreens do not meet the SPF levels promised on their labels. One product advertised as SPF50 is reported to have provided an SPF14 result in the tests.
Both outlets describe the results as a recent round of Consumer NZ testing and say the gap can be large, including for higher-priced items. The reporting focuses on the accuracy of product claims rather than on broader health guidance, with attention on how the measured SPF compares with what consumers would expect from the packaging. While the exact wording differs, the core message is consistent across coverage: a majority of tested products underperform their stated SPF values.
