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I heard that sunblock with zinc oxide is very good, is that true and why?

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True: Zinc oxide is a very effective sunblock although it is a white cream which provides the barrier. The appearance is a bit odd and so it is not commonly used but is useful in certain situations.

Answered 9/4/2012

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A member asked:

I heard that sunblock with zinc oxide is very good, is that true and why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

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