BEAUTY AND FASHION
Myth #6: If a sunscreen says, "water resistant," I don't need to reapply after swimming
Truth: Some performance sunscreens will say "water resistant" on the bottle, which is great. However, even these water-resistant sunscreens need to be reapplied after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, and immediately after towel drying. Be sure to check your product instructions and use and reapply as directed.
Myth #7: Chemicals in sunscreens should be avoided
Truth: All of the ingredients used in sunscreens have been well-studied and considered to be safe for human use. In fact, while physical sunscreen ingredients like Zinc Oxide and Titanium Oxide are excellent options, the addition of chemical ingredients can help improve the spectrum of protection and make for a better performance sunscreen option. The good news is that there are many options available, so that you can make the choice of what's best for you.
Having a basic understanding of sun protection and knowing the truth behind common misconceptions is key in safeguarding your skin and reducing your chances of premature skin aging and skin cancer. Along with taking additional measures to protect the skin, such as wearing a protective hat or coverup and minimizing time in the sun when it's the strongest, applying sunscreen as directed plays a vital role in keeping you and your loved ones' skin protected and healthy.
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