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Best sunscreen: Understand sunscreen options
What are the most important things to know about protecting yourself from the sun?
Does the best sunscreen have the highest SPF?
Are some brands of sunscreen better than others?
Do I need to apply sunscreen if I wear cosmetics that contain sunscreen?
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What are the best ways to protect yourself from the sun?
What does a broad-spectrum sunscreen do?
What SPF do you need?
What does water-resistant sunscreen do?
What do I need to know about sunscreen ingredients?
Should I use a spray sunscreen or a lotion?
What else do I need to know about sunscreen?
What does a broad-spectrum sunscreen do?
There are two types of UV light that can harm your skin — UVA and UVB. A broad-spectrum sunscreen protects you from both.
UVA rays can prematurely age your skin, causing wrinkling and age spots. UVB rays can burn your skin. Too much exposure to UVA or UVB rays can cause skin cancer. The best sunscreen offers protection from UV light.
