
07/29/2025
Did you know that according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) most people only apply 25-50% of the recommended amount of sunscreen!? Inadequate protection can leave your skin vulnerable, resulting in sunburns, accelerated signs of aging skin and of course skin cancers. ⠀
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When it comes to the amount of sunscreen we should be using - the rule of thumb is approximately two milligrams of sunscreen per square centimeter of skin. Swap out that confusing math for some more common items — for most adults, this equates to about 1 ounce of sunscreen (enough to fill a shot glass) to properly cover the body and a ¼ teaspoon for the face (about the size of an almond). ⠀
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When in doubt, over apply! And be sure to reapply every 2 hours and after swimming/sweating! 🌞⠀
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