The Skin Cancer Foundation shares its top tips for choosing and applying sunscreens

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Valley News - Health
NEW YORK CITY – Summer is heating up, and many states have rolled back stay-at-home orders implemented to stop the spread of COVID-19. As residents are tempted to spend more time outdoors, The Skin Cancer Foundation would like to remind everyone how to use sunscreen safely and effectively as part of a complete sun protection strategy. Though no single sun protection method is foolproof, research has shown that sunscreen not only reduces skin cancer risk but also helps prevent premature skin aging caused by ultraviolet rays from the sun.Decode the label.Sunscreen options may seem endless, with many different brands, formulas and ingredients to sift through; however, The Skin Cancer Foundation believes everyone can find a sunscreen that works for their skin, budget and lifestyle. D
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