- Daily exposure to the sun over a lifetime is a major cause of skin damage, including
wrinkling and skin cancer.
- Any tan indicates skin damage.
- Most peoples benefit from sunscreens with high sun protection factor (SPF) numbers, such
as 15 or greater.
- Even sunscreens with high SPF numbers provide less than full protection.
- The worst times to be outside are between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
- Keep infants under six months old out of the sun.
- Bureau of Consumer Protection
Office of Consumer & Business Education
(202) 326-3650
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