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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Chelsea Ritschel

How much sunscreen should you use and how often do you need to apply it?

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Slathering on sunscreen, especially on sunny days, is necessary to keep your skin safe from damage.

But with different brands, SPFs, formulas, and methods of applying, it can be difficult to decipher just how much sunscreen you need to keep protected from the sun’s strong rays.

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