Dr. Oz's Advice for Improving Your Family's Health
Oprah's resident MD, Mehmet Oz, shares his most effective tips for keeping your family healthy and happy.
By Mehmet Oz, MD
O, The Oprah Magazine | From the February 2010 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine 
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Look for a product that protects against both UVB rays (which cause sunburn) and UVA rays (which affect the skin on a deeper level and can cause cancer). The SPF number applies only to UVB protection, so check the list of ingredients for a UVA-blocking agent like avobenzone. If you're using a product (or applying one to your kids' faces) that doesn't have UVA blockers, your skin may be getting damaged even if you're not burning. |
