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How Does SPF Actually Work, Anyway?

And what's all this UV business?

by Kristin Booker  |  COMMENT

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Which sunscreen should I use?
Which sunscreen should I use? "People ask me all the time what's the best sunscreen and it's really the one you're going to use every day," advises Levin. Whether it's a physical sunscreen or a chemical one, she just wants you to use it. "I suggest broad-spectrum and that it be SPF 30 or higher. I tend to prefer a physical sunscreen for people with skin sensitivity and skin conditions like rosacea, but there are plenty of good chemical sunscreens out there that are well tolerated as well."

Now, let's talk about some best practices for sunscreen application.

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SEE NEXT PAGE: I've got the sunscreen. Now, what do I do with it?
 

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