It’s no secret that regular use of sun protection not only exponentially decreases your risk for skin cancer, but will also keep your skin smoother, healthier and younger-looking over time. Yet one of the biggest misconceptions about sunscreen is that it isn’t necessary aside from, say, the beach or pool. When patients ask me whether they need to wear sunscreen during the winter, I always respond with an emphatic “yes.”
First, it’s important to understand the difference between UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays—the kind that penetrate the skin…
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Sunscreen in the Winter—Why You Still Need It
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