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If i put suntan oil on my skin but then put sunscreen, will i get a tan but not damage my skin?

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Nope!: Sunscreen application over any other oil or lotion will still block UV rays to some degree. Tanning = sun damage unless you are using a self tanning product designed to darken the skin without sun exposure.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2014

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