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Do Sun Umbrellas Provide Enough UV Protection?

The shade is not as good at blocking UV light as you might think

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If I Have Dark Skin Do I Really Need Sunscreen?

Learn about how well skin pigment protects from sunlight

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Newest Sunscreen Trend: Double Application

Two layers of sunscreen are way better than one

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Waterproof Sunscreen: Real or Fake News?

Here is what you need to know about using sunscreens in water

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Science of Nano vs Non-Nano Zinc in Sunscreens: Which Is Better?

Particle size matters when it comes to zinc oxide in your sunscreen

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5 Suprisingly Simply Steps to Guide You to a Great (Not Just Good) Sunscreen

Picking a sunscreen made easy with this how-to Guide

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5 Nutritional Supplements for Sun Protection

Supplements with evidence for sun protection

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The Broad Effects of Sunlight and Sun Exposure: Benefits and Dangers

How sunlight affects our hormones and our state of mind

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SPF Is Important But Don't Skip This Factor in Sunscreens

SPF is not good enough when thinking about sunscreens and UVA protection

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Does Chlorine Break Down Sunscreen?

Hidden effects of the chlorine in your local swimming pool

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What's the Deal with Nanoparticles in Sunscreens?

Learn more about zinc oxide and titanium dioxide nanoparticles

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Ultraviolet Protection Factor Clothing

Dr. Barr discusses the science behind sun protective clothing

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Sunlight and Rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that is worsened by sunlight

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Eye Freckles: A Sign of Excessive Sun Exposure

Freckles could potentially be an indicator of excessive amounts of sun exposure, and more importantly, harmful diseases that form based on sunlight exposure, such as skin cancer.

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Social Media and Skin Cancer

Social Media can have a beneficial influence on society when it comes to skin cancer prevention

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Where Does SPF Go Wrong

Sunscreen limitations and changes with application density

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