Dr. Dennis Gross On Why You Might Be Applying Your Sunscreen Wrong Exclusive

While most people know the importance of sunscreen and wear it diligently in the morning, they continue to notice sun damage. That’s because there is a proper way to wear it.

Dr. Dennis Gross told The List, “As a dermatologist, I have seen many patients continue to see sun damage despite wearing sunscreen because they aren’t applying a sufficient amount, and/or aren’t reapplying as frequently as they need to be to protect their skin.” He added that you should apply sunscreen “liberally” on your face, neck, and décolletage as every part of your skin can sustain sun damage. “This includes the hairline, ears, and back of the neck. It should also be applied at least 15 minutes before you leave the house, so it has enough time to set,” Dr. Gross added.

According to Dr. Gross, another mistake is lack of reapplication. He explained to us, “You are going outside unprotected, and that time does add up. If you are sitting inside all day, applying SPF once in the morning will suffice.” However, if you are outside, you can’t forget to reapply. Dr. Gross told us, “If you are active, sweating, or come into contact with water, you should reapply afterwards. A common place I find skin cancer is near the hairline on the forehead — this is because people are concerned sunscreen will make their hair greasy.” Now you know not to skip sunscreen on all exposed areas.

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