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What does Sun Protection involve?

MedSpa Day Spa
Sun Protection Recommendations

Avoid outdoor activities during peak sunlight hours (11:00 am to 2:00 pm)
Wear sun protective clothing – a hat with a 3 inch rim, long sleeves, pants, and gloves.
Consider the use of clothing with special “built-in” sunscreen.
Use sunblocks year around
They must have substantivity (must last 8 hours)
Must be broad spectrum (UVA and UVB)
The product must have a SPF or 15 or greater

Examples of appropriate sunscreens are:
Vanicream 15 (Chemical free)
Vanicream 30
Super Sunblock 25 by Glyderm
Bio Sun, professional sun protection SPF 30
      (Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation)
Solar SPF 60, an 8 hour product
Bain de Soliel, gentle block, all day SPF 30
Others recommended by our office

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