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                                    • DocTalk: Sunscreen Sensibility with David Drimmer, MD

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                                      DocTalk: Sunscreen Sensibility with David Drimmer, MD

                                      DocTalk: Sunscreen Sensibility with David Drimmer, MD

                                      Content derived from DocTalk with David Drimmer, MD, Dermatology Clinic With sunny days on the horizon, m ...

                                      Content derived from DocTalk with David Drimmer, MD, Dermatology Clinic With sunny days on the horizon, make sure you know the facts about the importance of sunscreen! This DocTalk with dermatologist ...

                                      May 09, 2022
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                                    • Stick & Spray Sunscreens are Easy — 6 Tips for Using Them Right

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                                      |Date: July 16, 2018
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                                      Stick & Spray Sunscreens are Easy — 6 Tips for Using Them Right

                                      Stick & Spray Sunscreens are Easy — 6 Tips for Using Them Right

                                      As with lotion sunscreens, choose sticks and sprays that are broad-spectrum, water-resistant and have an ...

                                      As with lotion sunscreens, choose sticks and sprays that are broad-spectrum, water-resistant and have an SPF (sun-protection factor) of 30 or higher. For all types of sunscreen, make sure you reapply ...

                                      July 16, 2018
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                                    • Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

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                                      Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

                                      Block the Sun, Not the Fun! The ABCs of Preventing Sunburn

                                      Away. Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day, when the sun's rays are the most damaging. Block. ...

                                      Away. Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day, when the sun's rays are the most damaging. Block. Block the sun's rays using a SPF 15 or higher sunscreen. Apply the lotion 30 minutes before goi ...

                                      May 07, 2018
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                                    • How to Use Sunscreens

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                                      How to Use Sunscreens

                                      How to Use Sunscreens

                                      A sunscreen protects from sunburn and minimizes suntan by absorbing UV rays. Using sunscreens correctly i ...

                                      A sunscreen protects from sunburn and minimizes suntan by absorbing UV rays. Using sunscreens correctly is important in protecting the skin. Consider the following recommendations: Choose a sunscreen ...

                                      May 07, 2018
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                                    • 8 Sun Safety Tips from KidsHealth.org

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                                      |Date: August 08, 2016
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                                      8 Sun Safety Tips from KidsHealth.org

                                      8 Sun Safety Tips from KidsHealth.org

                                      1. Look for SPF (sun protection factor) numbers on the labels of sunscreens. 2. Select an SPF of 30 or hi ...

                                      1. Look for SPF (sun protection factor) numbers on the labels of sunscreens. 2. Select an SPF of 30 or higher to prevent sunburn and tanning, both of which are signs of skin damage. 3. Choose a sunscr ...

                                      August 08, 2016
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