So, an SPF 50 wont give you that much more protection [than an SPF 30].

Together, they can both cause skin damage.

Thats why you want to find a broad-spectrum sunscreen that covers both UVB and UVA.

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Thats why we prefer the creams and the lotions or the emulsions.

But sprays are really popular because theyre convenient.

It does work if you get it on the skin.

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If you just sprayed in the air and you walk through it, thats not effective.

But you’re gonna wanna be diligent about it.

Maybe three, depending on how big your head is, he added.

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So you probably are still getting UVA exposure as well.

If youre sitting by a window every day, UVA does penetrate window glass, Rossi said.

The other side of the face is not, and its so drastic.

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That alone scares people to wear sunscreen.

It makes me cringe.

Youre like, Oh, I got this base tan awesome!

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And you do get this darkening, so you think youre protected, he said.

But actually that melanin does not do a great job of protecting you against UVB.

So you end up burning when you go outside.

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Forgetting To Protect Your Eyes

Sunglasses are really important, Rossi said.

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