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Can zinc oxide creme protect the eye from uv radiation when applied to the lids?

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Transparent ZnO: Transparent zinc oxide sunscreens with a concentration of at least 7% provide excellent protection from ultraviolet a and b. Most preparations that are commercially are considered broad spectrum and should be rated with at least spf 30.

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Answered 3/1/2014

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