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Its officially SPF season.

5 Sunscreen Dos and Don’ts According to a Dermatologist

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(You shouldignore what you see on some social media accounts.)

Do: Choose a broad spectrum SPF.

Beach holidays arent so much the problem.

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The best protection you could get?

you’ve got the option to get good UVA and UVB protection from both.

The wordliberallymeans 10 different things to 10 different people.

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If you start these simple rituals now, you will age beautifully into your 40s and beyond.

I am evangelical about it.

Dont: Rely on your makeup for SPF protection.

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It is a very common misconception that the SPF in your daily foundation will suffice.

Dr. Bunting says it likely wont.

it’s crucial that you use a dedicated sunscreen.

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Here are some SPFs we like thatgo on smoothly under makeup.

The age-old question: SPF 30 or 50?

I am profoundly for SPF 50.

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Both of those things are highly preventable, Dr. Bunting says.

Id much rather people were underapplying an SPF 50 than a 30.

This article first appeared onBritishVogue.

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