All About Sunscreen

The short answer is everyone! Men, women and children over 6 months of age should use sunscreen every day. This includes people who tan easily and those who don’t — remember, your skin is damaged by sun exposure over your lifetime, whether or not you burn.

Why should I use sunscreen?

Sunscreen reduces your overall UV exposure and lowers your risk of skin cancer and sun damage.

Other things to consider:

• Your skin cancer risk factors: Your skin type and family history will determine the level of protection needed for you.

• Photosensitivity: No matter your skin type, certain medications and disorders make your skin highly sensitive to the sun, raising your protection requirements.

• Skin conditions: You can choose from sunscreens for dry skin, oily skin, acne-prone skin and sensitive skin.