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Sun Screen

5 things you should know ...


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Time for Sun screen. Do you have all the information to choose the right one? Play the quiz to learn. Have fun!

As a note of caution, studies have found that only 39 out of 500 Sun Screen lotion really provided protection. Sun Screen lotions provide a false sense of security and it does not provide protection as much as it claims. If you have an option then staying away from the sun can keep the skin young and healthy!


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Sun screen protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

a. True
b. False

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Sun screen 90+ SPF is better than 30 SPF.

a. True
b. False


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Sun screen is not needed if it is a cloudy day.

a. True
b. False


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Which of the following sun screen you will pick for an outdoor party, beach and amusement park?

a. Sun screen containing zinc oxide or titanium oxide which helps protecting the skin the second they are applied.
b. Sun screen formula is water resistant which helps to maintain its SPF level for 40 minutes after exposure to moisture.
c. Sun screen formula is "fast absorbing" or "matte" which helps to apply make-up further.


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A white cotton T-shirt provides an SPF of

a. 15 or less
b. 10 or less
c. 20 or less
d. 5 or less