Focus on the philosophy — replenishing and respecting your skin — not necessarily the steps
Even on cloudy days or simply running errands, sunscreen is a must
It’s easy to forget your ears, eyelids, lips and feet — but any exposed skin needs protection
Skin gets oily for many reasons — including dehydration!
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Choose lotion-based options that contain titanium dioxide or zinc oxide
SPF makeup offers some protection, but you’re better off pairing it with sunscreen
The temporary nail damage is bad, but the cumulative UV exposure could be worse
Research shows that umbrella shade is less effective than sunscreen for preventing sunburn
The upper lip discoloration is caused by factors like sun exposure, hormones and medications
Make sure you use a high SPF formula, apply enough and reapply throughout the day
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