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Would it be a good idea to use spf sunscreen to prevent freckles?
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Freckles are benign: Sunscreen (applied 30-60 minutes before sun exposure) and broad-brimmed hat should help prevent facial freckles. Sunscreen on exposed areas should help, too; long sleeves and pants will help protect much of body. Use of sunscreen is good idea just to prevent sun damage, premature skin aging, skin cancers.
Answered 1/31/2013
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Sunscreen: Yes, but more importantly to reduce your risk of skin cancer.
Answered 1/31/2013
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Freckles : While some lesions are genetically programmed, routine sunscreen use may help to reduce the number of freckle/age spots.
Answered 7/30/2013
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