Use a broad spectrum sunscreen SPF 30-50 and make sure it is water resistant.
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The difference between UVA, UVB, and UVC rays and how they affect us. UVA rays penetrate deep within the skin, causing aging and tanning. UVB rays cause burning.
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A sunscreen with only a SPF rating and no broad spectrum means that you are only protected from the UVB (burning) rays, and not the UVA (aging and tanning rays)
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In the United States, sunscreen is regulated by the FDA, and classified as being an Over The Counter (OTC) Drug.
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To protect against both UVA and UVB rays, make sure you choose a broad spectrum sunscreen, and other measures of sun protection such as sun protective clothing, hats, sunglasses, and seek shade.
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SPF (Sun Protection Factor) only represents the protection from UVB (burning) rays. NOT UVA (aging and tanning rays)
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UVA rays are long-rage rays which penetrate deep within the skin’s surface and cause aging and tanning.
UVB rays are short-range rays which burn the skin’s outer layer.
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