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Is it safer to use sunscreen? i've seen things that it's actually worse.

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

sunscreen is safe: There has been rumors that sunscreen is not safe but they are not necessarily right. If you are nervous you can use a chemical free sunscreen that has titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. Sun protective clothing, a hat and sunglasses.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 1/23/2015

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