Dispelling myths about sunscreen
Sabrina Bennett, Amor Khachemoune
Abstract
Sunscreens are an important tool used to protect the skin against harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Many different formulations of sunscreen exist today, which can be confusing to the consumer. In this article, we highlight and address many sunscreen myths that exist today including the benefits of higher SPF sunscreen, use of sunscreen in darker skin types, and the effects of sunscreen on vitamin D production.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineSunscreening AgentsSun protection factorUltraviolet radiationDermatologySun protectionSun exposureSunburnUltraviolet aMythologyInternet privacySkin cancerComputer scienceCancerChemistryInternal medicineTheologyRadiochemistryPhilosophySkin Protection and AgingBee Products Chemical AnalysisDermatologic Treatments and Research