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Best Sunscreen for Men?

asked 1 year ago by CalebA900 in California
Latest answer by Michelle R. Yagoda, MD
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one that has all the protection necessary when using lightening products (hydroquinone), but wont be too shiny or heavy? Brands? and how often should it be re-applied during a normal day of running errands?

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Sunscreen for men

Dear Caleb, Above all, your sunscreen should provide full spectrum (broad) UVA and UVB protection.  Then, depending on your skin type, as opposed to your gender, a sunscreen should be selected.  For example, if you have sensitive/allergic skin, a physical block will be used since this has minimal to no chemicals....so it will be best tolerated.  Or, if you have skin with acne or acne rosacea, a sunblock with niacinamide would be a good choice.  If you have dry skin,... more
Michelle R. Yagoda, MD

New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

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