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September 11, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Is Aloe Vera Good for Sunburn?

This cooling gel can help soothe sunburned skin, but it can’t cure the burn

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August 27, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Yes, Your Sunscreen Can Expire

You know it’s not good if you’ve been holding onto it for more than three years or if it’s changed in color, consistency or smell

A child uses a pool noodle to stay afloat while an adult supervises behind them
June 9, 2025/Children's Health

Pool Safety: How To Keep Kids Safe in the Water

Keep kids safe while they swim by staying vigilant and setting up a safe pool environment

Person on the beach in the sun, sun burnt
May 22, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Are Sunburns and Sun Poisoning the Same?

A sunburn will leave you itchy and red, while sun poisoning can feel like an allergic reaction

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Beach chair on sunny beach, with umbrella and bottles of SPF
May 20, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

What the SPF in Your Sunscreen Means

SPF stands for ‘sun protection factor’ — it’s a measure of how much protection you’re getting before a sunburn is possible

Person in bathroom looking in mirror washing face with fingers
March 5, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Easy Steps for a Simple Skin Care Routine

Your skin care routine doesn’t need to be overly involved — or expensive

Lifeguard looking at water with binoculars while two kids fly kites on the beach
May 23, 2024/Primary Care

12 Summer Health Risks To Watch Out For

From bug bites and blisters to sunstroke and swimming safety, here’s how to stay well this season

Person applying lip balm and smoothing it over lips after application.
October 13, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Are Lip Balms and Chapsticks Bad for You? And Could They Be Addictive?

Pay attention to the ingredients in your favorite products — and how often you’re using them

people of color and sunscreen
July 11, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Why Sunscreen Is an Important Tool for People of Color

Having darker skin tones doesn’t automatically offer protection from the sun

Aerial view of ocean with beach umbrellas and people swimming.
April 6, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Will a Beach Umbrella Protect You From the Sun?

Research shows that umbrella shade is less effective than sunscreen for preventing sunburn

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