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How can the use of sunscreen benefit my skin?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old woman. I would like to learn more about how to properly apply sunscreen to protect my skin from the damaging rays of the sun. Could you kindly explain how sunscreen protects the skin from UV rays? What forms of UV radiation are there, and how does sunscreen prevent o...  Read Full »


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Answer: Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Sunscreens are essential for protecting skin against aging, sun spots, skin barrier damage, skin cancer, melasma, and other conditions. Sunscreens are classified into two types: Physical sunscreens: Th...  Read Full »

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