Sun protection

Follow these tips to protect your skin from the damaging effects of sun exposure and reduce your risk of skin cancer.

This infographic gives important information on how to protect against skin cancer, including detailing the difference between physical sunscreen and chemical sunscreen.

It only takes one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence to nearly double a person’s chance of developing melanoma later in life. To protect your baby from the sun, follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists.

Sunscreen is a vital tool in the fight against skin cancer, however, it needs to be applied correctly. Follow these tips from dermatologists to avoid common sunscreen mistakes.

Sunscreen can protect your skin against skin cancer and premature aging. However, it is not as effective unless it's applied correctly. Follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists when applying sunscreen.

Being able to decipher sunscreen labels can help you choose one that gives you the protection you expect. Here, you’ll find everything you need to decode a sunscreen label.

Do you know that some sunscreens can prevent sunburn, reduce your risk of getting skin cancer, and help prevent early signs of skin aging? This infographic tells you how to choose a sunscreen that does all three.

It’s important to take precautions when using stick and spray sunscreens. Follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists to safely and adequately apply stick and spray sunscreens.

When you protect your skin from the sun, you reduce your risk of developing skin cancer and early skin aging. Discover the role that sunscreen plays in protecting your skin and what else helps to keep you safe.

When shopping for sunscreen, your choices can feel overwhelming. Here’s what you can do to find a sunscreen that’s right for you.

To help you make informed decisions about your health, you'll find answers to common sunscreen questions that patients have been asking their dermatologists.

Sunscreen can reduce your risk of getting a sunburn, skin cancer, and even age spots and wrinkles, but many people don’t get these benefits. Are you? You’ll know how to after taking this quiz.

The AAD offers a wealth of information on sunscreen and sun safety. Find answers about SPF, sun exposure, and ultraviolet radiation from the sun.

Board-certified dermatologist Jennifer Powers, MD, FAAD, explains what ingredients to look for in sunscreen.

Board-certified dermatologist M. Laurin Council, MD, FAAD, explains whether there's a way to reverse the damage caused by tanning.

A UV photograph gives us a safe way to see how the sun damages our skin. Compare these UV photos with their color photos and you’ll see how much sun damage can accumulate with age.

Spending time outdoors without protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can add years to your looks. Fortunately, there are ways to erase some of this damage.

Siga estos consejos para proteger su piel y reducir el riesgo de cáncer de piel.

Descargue esta infografía y aprenda a seleccionar un protector solar.

Siga estos consejos de dermatólogos al aplicar protector solar.