My Sunscreen 411

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My Sunscreen 411

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Sep 6, 2022

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Ever wonder...what is sunscreen and why are dermatologists obsessed with it?! Does it really work? How do you know which one to choose? And is it really safe?
Join me as I take a closer look at sunscreen, how it works, why we need it and discuss some of the controversies surrounding sunscreen.

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Yes- you DO really need sunscreen
Yes- it is safe
Yes- dermatologists are obsessed with sunscreen, listen in to hear why!

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Sep 6, 2022

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