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Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher; apply it liberally and often. Use sunscreens with wide spectrum UV blocking activity (look for the following ingredients when you buy a sunscreen: zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and/or Parsol 1789).
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Wear protective clothing
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wear a hat that shades your face, ears and the back of your neck
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wear long-sleeved shirts
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pick bright colors like blue, orange, or yellow
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choose more tightly woven clothes
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if you want extra protection, you can purchase UV-protective clothing
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Wear sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection.
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Avoid tanning beds. If you want a tan, use a self-tanner (and don't forget to apply sunscreen on top of the fake tan).
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Dermatology Division
Perlman Medical Office, 2nd flr, #A
9350 Campus Point Drive
San Diego, CA 92037
(858) 657-8322 |