Powerful, fast-absorbing sunscreens to protect your skin

Monday, May 18, 2020 - 10:01 in Health & Medicine

Sun safety first. (Stanley Dai via Unsplash/)In as little as 15 minutes, the sun’s UV rays can do serious skin damage. Enter: sunscreen, your best friend for summers and vacations—though it should really be your best friend, every day. The sun’s UVA rays can cause sunburns, while UVB rays penetrate skin and lead to aging effects, like wrinkling, leathering or sagging skin. Both can lead to an increased risk of skin cancer. The best sunscreens provide broad-spectrum protection against both, are lightweight, non-greasy and water-resistant. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention advocates using sunscreens with an SPF of 15—most of our favorites start at SPF 50. Find what works best for you.Absorbs quickly. (Amazon/)Keep your skin safe from the sun with Aveeno’s Protect + Hydrate lotion. It has an SPF of 30, is oil-free, will soak into your skin quickly, and is dermatologist-recommended. The 3-ounce bottle is airplane-friendly, too....

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