Are You Sunscreen Savvy? | Compass Dermatology

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Where do you typically apply sunscreen?
I don't usually apply sunscreen
Face only
Face, arms, and shoulders
Anywhere that's exposed to sunlight
2
Which level of SPF do you use?
I don't pay attention to SPF
Any SPF amount is okay
The highest SPF I can find
30 SPF or higher
3
When do you reapply sunscreen?
Sunscreen doesn't have to be reapplied
3 hours after swimming or sweating
Every hour
After 2 hours, or 1 hour after swimming or sweating
4
Besides sunscreen, how do you protect your skin from the sun?
If I don't have any sunscreen, I don't worry about it
Get a base tan with a tanning bed or by laying out in the sun for a while
Limit my sun exposure to a few hours a day
Cover up with clothing, hats, and umbrellas
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Are there specific times of the day that you need to use sunscreen?
No—there is no specific time when sunscreen is especially needed
Yes—whenever the sun is out (unless it's cloudy)
Yes—dawn to dusk
Yes—during peak sun hours (about 10am-2pm)
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You find a bottle of sunscreen that doesn't have an expiration date on it. What do you do with it?
Reapply it more often, as sunscreen gets less potent over time
Use it as normal, since sunscreen doesn't expire
Toss it out! Sunscreen doesn't last more than 1 year
Use it, as long as it's less than 3 years old and has been kept in a cool, dry place
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Calculation
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Result: Blinded By the SunlightYou're a complete sunscreen novice—and it's time you took your skin's health into consideration. Even if you have naturally dark skin, learn about the basics of protecting yourself against sun damage... before it's too late.
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Result: Sun-Dazed & ConfusedYou give your skin protection a little thought... but nobody's perfect. Maybe you're the one who always ends up looking like a lobster at the end of the day. If you want to keep your skin healthy and strong, take a peek at the sunscreen directions before you go out.
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Result: Sunny & Loving ItYou've got the general idea when it comes to sunscreen, so your skin is likely well protected over the sunny summer months. It might be a good idea to check up on a few of your sunscreen habits to ensure you're following the latest best practices.
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Result: Sunscreen SavantYou've got a great handle on the proper use of sunscreen. In fact, you're probably the one offering it to friends and family while you're out enjoying the weather. Great job, and keep it up! Your skin thanks you.
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