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Here's Why It's Time to Switch to a Zinc Oxide-Based Sunscreen

The top reasons to choose a zinc oxide-based SPF

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Summer is fast approaching and you know what that means: It's time to break out the sunscreen. Of course, we've told you time and time again how important it is to wear SPF daily (no matter the weather!) but this is the time of year when sun protection is top of mind. Choosing the right sunscreen seems like a simple enough decision, but it turns out you've actually got quite a bit to think about. Thankfully, a mineral-based sunscreen that contains zinc oxide as an active ingredient is usually a safe bet.

"A mineral sunscreen acts like an umbrella to physically block sun rays from going into your skin cells," says Morgan Rabach, MD, dermatologist in New York City. It's called mineral-based sunscreen because it relies on minerals — zinc oxide — to provide protection. Read on for the top reasons to use a mineral-based sunscreen and get tips for picking the right formula for you.

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