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July 21, 2022

Is a 30 SPF double the protection of a 15 SPF?

Is a 30 SPF double the protection of a  15 SPF?

Q: My esthetician told me to wear an SPF 30 sunscreen every day, regardless of my activities and time of year. I believe it gives double the protection as an SPF 15. Is this correct? A: Although it makes sense that an SPF 30 would offer twi…

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July 21, 2022

Do self-tanners offer any sun protection if they don’t contain sunscreen?

Do self-tanners offer any sun protection if they don’t contain sunscreen?

Q: Do self-tanners offer any sun protection if they don’t contain sunscreen?A: Yes. Studies released in the late 1990s by researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha indicate sunless tanning lotions that contain dihydro…

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June 4, 2022

The Link Between Food Allergies and Eczema

The Link Between Food Allergies and Eczema

Eczema is a common problem, affecting approximately 20% of children and around 5% of adults. But did you know that up to 81% of people living with eczema also have some type of food allergy?Dr. Vicki Rapaport at Rapaport D…

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