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I have olive skin, mediterranean ancestry. i like to get some sun to get tan, but don't like to wear sunscreen. should i wear sunscreen?
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Zinc oxide: Look for a sunscreen with zinc oxide (preferably micronized zinc oxide). That will give you a physical block and protect your skin from skin cancer and the signs of aging, without the use of chemicals found in may sunblocks.
Answered 2/17/2015
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