Boots 50% off Soltan sale: Read our review of the sunscreen to get heatwave ready

The whole Soltan Once range is half price until 4 August, and our tester loved this formula

'Once advanced' is Soltan’s hero range with the highest available UVA rating ( (The Independent/iStock)

Soltan once advanced 8hr protect suncare lotion SPF50+, 200ml – was £10, now £5, Boots

The ceremonious trip to Boots to purchase Soltan has become one of the great British summer holiday traditions. This year, we're more likely to shop online and go on staycations, but we still need sun protection, and the familiar scent will transport us to sunnier climes, evocative of childhood memories at the seaside. “Once advanced” is Soltan’s hero range with the highest available UVA rating (five stars). We tested the SPF50+ spray version complete with ergonomic finger holds and it kept our tester’s fair skinned family perfectly protected. For a budget-friendly option that is reliable and reassuring, it has rightfully earned its place on our must-have summer shopping list.

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For more sunscreen reviews, read our round-up of the best body sunscreens here, facial sunscreens here, eco friendly formulas here and our guide to SPF here