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QuestionWhat else can I do to protect my skin from sunlight if I don't have sunscreen?Dr. Kaveri Karhade is a board certified Laser, Medical, and Cosmetic Dermatologist in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her areas of expertise are acne and hair loss. She has advanced training in injectables, lasers, surgery, and other cosmetic treatments, and has published extensive research in medical journals. She holds a BS from Michigan State University and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her internship in Internal Medicine at New York University School of Medicine and her Residency in Dermatology at Brown University School of Medicine. Dr. Karhade is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.In addition to wearing UPF-containing clothing, long sleeves, hats, scarves, and sunglasses, it's crucial to avoid direct sunlight exposure between 10 am and 4 pm, when UV rays are at their strongest. These hours are typically when the sun's rays can cause the most damage to the skin.
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QuestionWhat amount of protection does this mix offer compared to the sunscreens bought from a store?Community AnswerIt depends entirely on how you make it. More zinc/titanium means more protection but also more visible residue on your skin; less means less protection but less visible residue.
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QuestionDoes this sunscreen mixture absorb well into the skin or does the skin stay white with this product?Timariya KilpatrickCommunity AnswerIt absorbs if you rub it in well. If not, it will stay white on your skin.
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QuestionHow can I make sunscreen from kitchen products?Community AnswerThe instructions above are going to be as close as you can get. The olive oil is likely already in your kitchen; beeswax isn't hard to get; but you may need to order the powder.
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QuestionCan I use zinc oxide cream instead of powder?Community AnswerYes, you can use the cream instead of powder.
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QuestionHow do I test for the SPF of my homemade cream?Kyra PhimesterCommunity AnswerFor SPF 2-5: Use 5% zinc oxide. For SPF 6-11: Use 10% zinc oxide. For SPF 12-19: Use 15% zinc oxide. For SPF 20+: Use 20% zinc oxide.
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