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SPF Guide: Who, What, When, Where, and How Much?Everything you need to know about sunscreen |
Who Should Be Wearing Sunscreen? Anyone over the age of six months should apply sunscreen. This includes people of fair and dark complexions (yes, even those lucky people who swear they "never burn"). Everyone is susceptible to UV damage — no exceptions!
The only caveat is that babies younger than six months should wait to wear sunscreen until they hit that half-year mark. This is because their skin is so delicate, and they may experience adverse reactions to the ingredients found in traditional sunscreens. Babies under six months should be concealed from the sun as much as possible with clothing, hats, and covers. At around six months they can begin wearing physical/mineral-based sunscreens. For babies over six months (and you, of course!), try Supergoop Sunnyscreen 100% Mineral Lotion, $26.
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The only caveat is that babies younger than six months should wait to wear sunscreen until they hit that half-year mark. This is because their skin is so delicate, and they may experience adverse reactions to the ingredients found in traditional sunscreens. Babies under six months should be concealed from the sun as much as possible with clothing, hats, and covers. At around six months they can begin wearing physical/mineral-based sunscreens. For babies over six months (and you, of course!), try Supergoop Sunnyscreen 100% Mineral Lotion, $26.
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SEE NEXT PAGE: How Much Sunscreen Should You Wear?