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SPF and Sun Safety Q&A's

Readers write in their questions on sun safety and sunscreen and we give them the answers they need.

Do I Really Need Sunscreen Indoors
If you sit by a nice big window, you might be wondering if the UVA or UVB rays can penetrate the glass leaving you with a sunburn, sun damage or early signs of aging. The glass does prevent against one of the rays, but not both. Come learn more.

Reader Q&A - I Don't Believe You When You Say Tan Skin Is Skin Damage
A reader writes in, "I don't believe you when you say my sun tan is skin damage!" See what my response was to him.

Can I Get a Tan if I Wear Sunscreen?
Reader question - Can I Get a Tan if I Wear Sunscreen?

SPF - How High Should the SPF Protection Be in My Sunscreen?
How high should the SPF protection be in my sunscreen if I don't usually sunburn?

Skin Care Q&A - Is My Moisturizer's SPF Enough?
A reader asks, "Is the SPF in my moisturizer enough, or should I use a specific sunscreen over the top of it?" See what we recommend.

Does My Eye Cream Need SPF?
Eye Creams and SPF - Does My Eye Cream Need SPF? See if we think your eye cream should have SPF.

FAQ - Is There a Concealer With SPF For My Melasma?
Tips on concealing melasma with concealer that has SPF protection

Skin Care Q&A - Is the SPF in My Foundation Enough Coverage?
A reader asks, "Is the SPF in my moisturizer enough, or should I use a specific sunscreen over the top of it?" See what we recommend.

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