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Sunburns and Sunscreen

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What’s the Difference Between Sunscreen and Sunblock?

Protecting your skin from the sun's harmful rays is the best way to reduce your risk of skin cancer and aging. But there's a lot to consider when choosing the best product for you. Skin care experts break down sunscreen vs. sunblock.

Does Sun Protective Clothing Really Work? Dermatologists Weigh In

All clothing that covers skin is somewhat preventative. Sun-protection clothing offers extra protection. But before...

10 Things NOT to Do After Getting a Sunburn

You didn't mean to get a sunburn, but now the damage is done. Avoid these...

12 Things That Up Your Risk of Sun Damage

Failing to apply sunscreen isn't the only thing that makes you more likely to get...

12 Sunscreens Top Dermatologists Actually Use on Themselves

The SPF aisle is packed with products and can be super-confusing, so we cut to...

The 12 Worst Places on Your Body to Get a Sunburn

Basically, a sunburn anywhere is a terrible place. But these are the areas we tend...

11 Hidden Signs You May Get a Serious Sunburn

Dermatologists reveal the surprising things that raise the risk of sunburn, from medications to food,...

8 Ways Your Body Changes After Just One Sunburn

Sunburns can seriously injure the skin. Here's how just one sunburn causes lasting damage

30 Sunscreen Dos and Don’ts You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Before lathering up this summer make sure you know all that you need to about...

17 Sneaky Ways Summer Could Make You Sick—and How to Stay Healthy

Summer brings beautiful weather, longer daylight hours, and outdoor fun—but also some hidden health hazards...

10 Weird Ways the Sun Affects Your Body (Besides Sunburn)

A better night’s sleep? Happier mood? A strange rash? Spending time in the sun has...

18 Sunscreen Mistakes You Don’t Realize You’re Making

Learn easy fixes that will protect your skin from skin cancer and signs of aging.

9 Clear Signs You’ve Gotten Too Much Sun

There's nothing like spending a beautiful summer day soaking up some vitamin D. But a...

The 12 Safest Sunscreens You Can Buy

Confused about which chemicals to avoid in your sunscreen? The Environmental Working Group, a consumer...

7 Critical Spots Dermatologists Wish You’d Remember to Apply Sunscreen

When summer hits and you're spending most of the day outside, it's easy to miss...

9 Best Sunscreens for Every Kind of Activity

Dermatologists reveal the best sunscreens for every kind of activity, including running, hiking, swimming, attending...

Need Sunburn Remedies? Here’s What Dermatologists Do

The best way to prevent a sunburn is to stay out of the sun—but if...

13 Sunburn Myths That Are Damaging Your Skin

Believing even one of these myths can put you on the fast track to skin...

Here’s Exactly What to Look for in a Sunscreen

The nearly limitless number of sunscreen choices can be confusing—if you guess wrong, you will...

12 Signs You Just Bought the Wrong Sunscreen

Learn how to spot the sunscreens you should just leave on the store shelf. These...

50 Summer Health Dangers You’re Probably Ignoring

Don't dismiss these very real, often overlooked summer dangers.

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