5 THINGS YOU ARE GETTING WRONG ABOUT SUNSCREEN 🌞 Dermatologist

[@sophiehanson3198]

As an Australian, I grew up with some truly terrifying ads by the Cancer Council about melanoma. Growing up, we lived by the 'Slip, Slop, Slap' mantra: Slip on a long-sleeve shirt, slop on sunscreen, and slap on a hat. It's amazing how much that stuff sticks with you.

[@BlueBlossomsBlues]

Yet, the cancer council rently recalled a bunch of Cancer council sunscreen products because the ingredients were cancer causing...

[@sophiehanson3198]

@@BlueBlossomsBlues Well, no. The Cancer Council doesn't recall sunscreen, the Therapeutic Goods Administration does and Australian safety regulations are EXTREMELY stringent. Benzene is not an ingredient in sunscreen but can be a contaminant in raw materials used in the manufacturing process. The products were recalled out of an abundance of caution. Per the TGA: "Exposure at the levels detected would not be expected to cause serious adverse health effects, and risks to users are considered low".

[@kirstynmcleary4963]

Not to mention all the sun smart schools and no hat no play rules.

[@sophiehanson3198]

@Zee Aye That's actually a really good and interesting point. One of the reasons so many Australians get skin cancer is not because of the "hole in the ozone layer" but because a lot of us are descendants of white British colonists whose skin isn't equipped to deal with the Australian sun.

[@jiveghost]

​@Zee Aye The vast majority (if not all) of Australia is like that and most people can't just suddenly immigrate to a foreign country for multiple reasons.

[@HP-tw6tl]

I wish sunscreen was a lot more cheaper, so everyone could use it liberally. Like the amount needed is insane, and it's almost comical how they even make sunscreens having less than 50ml of product in it. It literally lasts like less than 10 days, just on your face and neck(if you reapply it properly, that is)

[@alwayshopeful7587]

the woolworths 1 L bottle is realy really affordable option . a chemical sunscreen and leaves no white cast and the smell is nice .i use it on the body and a japanese one on the face .

[@jocelynfigueroa4812]

bro, I really understand you, lately i´ve been using sunscreen in spray from the roche posay to reaply every two hours, because I´m using tretinoin, actually I do it every 3 hours, and I can tell you, i don´t have money anymore LOL, I believe that the people who make sunscreens know that we really want to protect our skin, and they take advantage, so they can be reach.

[@wendyowen969]

Not sure where you live, but Woolworths, Coles and Aldis have their own brands that are much cheaper but still work as well as the more expensive ones.

[@gellyfishies]

Wendy Owen we don’t have those in Canada :(

[@ashleypauley7588]

Idk how cheap u can find a fragrance free but I do know even dollar tree sales spf. I never used it but they had like 3 differnt kinds. I'm sure if u research you will find something.

[@liayoung7790]

I feel like most brands don’t offer enough in the bottles or honestly should really indicate the average # of full body applications per bottle. That might help drive the message of how much is needed per application.

[@betsyanastasi967]

Great idea!

[@jayw8768]

They probably don't do that because then you'll have a bottle say 10 full applications and you'll have somebody 3-400lbs using way too little then get cancer and try to sue them saying they said 10 applications. 😂

[@ruthie_rosario]

A typical bottle of sunblock will provide 6 to 8 applications. So if you are reapplying through the entire day, that’ll last you 2 days. I’m shocked that some people buy a single bottle of sunblock and they expect that to last an entire summer, especially when they buy a single bottle for an entire family.

[@liayoung7790]

@@ruthie_rosario exactly! The bottles are too small!

[@db-gb5xi]

One brand that makes sunscreens in large containers (like a gallon) is Rocky Mountain. Dr Dray reviewed it once.

[@jesssc402]

I feel like culture / habit is also a factor. I grew up in an Asian country and when we go to the beach, we go early morning, go back indoors or seek shade before 11am, have lunch, chat, maybe sleep, then go back out again when the sun is down. When I moved to the US, it’s the opposite. I see a lot of Caucasian Americans go out at 10-11am until 3/4pm. They reapply sunscreens, sure, but they are exposed in the sun longer under stronger UV index. We usually just apply sunscreens once or twice, but we try to avoid the sun at its peak.

[@smugglersdaughter]

Yes! UV index matters. And we don’t really do parasols so much in the US, either.

[@jesssc402]

@@Alex-tu1zy I don’t know what does it have to do with my comment. I’m just sharing my observation, that in the US, it’s customary for beach goers to stay under the sun during peak uv hours. You’re saying we still need sun exposure at peak hours for vitamin d absorption, but I’m talking about the habit of staying outside only during the peak hours, from 11am until 4pm, which I think we can both agree that is more destructive than helpful.

[@laul4584]

Asia is a huge inspiration when it comes to avoiding sun damage!👍🏻🤗 (use of hats, gloves, high spf, umbrellas…) My mother was unconsciously following that wise example: we would always leave the beach at 11am and go back at about 4 pm 😊 and that sounded like complete nonsense to my Spanish husband.

[@gargisingh3566]

I think it also has to do with the obsession with white skin. I feel a lot of Asians (including south asians) avoid sun to avoid getting darker.

[@rainclover59]

@@gargisingh3566 yes this is the real reason.White skin is equivalent to being rich in a lots of Asian countries.

[@296jacqi]

It’s wrinkles. Wrinkles are the reason I stopped tanning, not fear of cancer. How vain of me.

[@lise7538]

Aren't we all 🤣

[@lydiadavies6374]

Me too! And at the age of 67, it’s paid off. I have less wrinkles than many women younger than me.

[@thehylander266]

How is that vain? What is wrong with aging gracefully and wanting to look good? Wrinkles are not ideal to skin health ether anyway. Not to say we shouldn't be realistic about aging, but limiting the damage as much as possible is not a bad thing. As long as we do not put all our value into how we look then I do not think it isa vain or bad thing.

[@Tontoquienloleation]

Me too, but I guess the good thing is we stopped...

[@anatucker3806]

Love it

[@jessimyy]

As a black woman it’s crazy how many of us don’t think we need sun protection because of the melanin in our skin! I’m currently working on finding a good daily sunscreen. It’s hard for black people to find a good one that doesn’t leave a white cast. I also want one that’s moisturizing and not too oily. I also need it to play well with makeup. The way your skin looks in this video is what I’m aiming for!! Not too dry/matte, not too oily.

[@salaamkehinde3037]

It's made by a black person.

[@SevereAutismliving]

Try supergoop unseen sunscreen!

[@Kashibear1155]

Amazons brand solimo has great affordable sunscreen I just personally wouldn’t use it on a face since it definitely gives a glow if that’s not what you want.

[@actinglikeseals]

I second supergoop unseen sunscreen!!

[@Hypegreene05]

I just started using the Neutrogena ulta sheer spf 45. It goes on fairly smooth without a cast. It goes on better than the spf 50 I got from my dermatologist, who's black.

[@kellyburnett1833]

I have very fair skin. In my late teens and early twenties I did the whole baby oil thing and even worked at a tanning salon. I stopped sunbathing about age 24. I used skin care products ever since, and thankfully prevented further skin injury. My younger sisters continue to burn and tan, and they actually look older than me. Whenever there is a post like " what would you tell your younger self ?" My answer is always stay out of the sun and finish college. Thanks to you for educating the public. ☺️

[@kellyburnett1833]

I recall products called sunblock....can you speak about that sometime ?

[@blue-fj9ky]

Wish I had known this when I was 8-18! Back in the 1950s we just played in the sun all day. Suntans were considered healthy and attractive and as a fair-skinned human I did my best to get one...going from pale to burn many times. Now, after three basal cell operations and countless freezings of pre-cancers, I am a sunscreen and hat addict. Thank you Dr Dray you do important work here and you make it fun!

[@joycej9415]

Same for me born in 50's and born and raised in the desert. Love it anyhow, love gardening and being outside but have been wearing sun screens and protective clothing and hats for 40 years. I have had a lot if pre cancerous lesions removed. I have fewer since I got more careful about applying more sunscreen and wearing long sleeves more.

[@michellewanner3921]

Yes! My mother would make me go out in the sun to “get some healthy color”. My sister used baby oil and has had melanoma. If only we knew.

[@pe4774]

lol, I was born in 1997 and never wore sunscreen during my early childhood simply because tan was considered beautiful and healthy.

[@CandiseyNiece]

Sunscreen needs to be a lot cheaper seeing that it is such an important part of our daily lives. ☀️

[@melodiechartier5173]

compagnie do it on purpose to make small tiny little bottle that, if you follow the right amount needed to be protected, and you reapply several time a days (every two hours apparently) and everyday even when you are home, in every surface that is exposed, a tiny little bottle or tube would last a couple days, and NO ONE can afford that. Think i am going to go broke and stop paying my bills for sunscreen... those sunscreen companies the biggest scam going on right now.

[@elizabethonstage]

I just started my skincare journey at 24. My mother has had skin cancer and STILL doesn’t wear sunscreen. I made her go to her derm and ask him about sunscreen and starting retinol! Thank goodness for you and your knowledge. (She had more pre-cancerous cells) never too late to get educated and protect ourselves ! ♥️☀️

[@melodiechartier5173]

hopefully she is very rich to afford that kind of thick application several times a day every day, most of us can't afford that.

[@vaceilexikanas9608]

Living in Australia sun protection is essential our government always puts ads on tv warning the public about the dangers. We are very well educated on this subject from babies onwards (including sun protection clothing). I remember when I was 30 I went to a dermatologist to check my skin all over for sunspots he said to me in those years to get rid of my moisturisers and just use sunscreen 50+ I am now nearly 70 his advice was the best I ever had ! Thank you Dr. Dray for explaining this subject brilliantly! 🇦🇺

[@ahappyfrenchtoast2669]

I definitely get what you mean! When I went to New Zealand to visit my family they warned me about the UV rays and my NZ family has huge tubes of sunscreen for the entire family

[@IMVal3ntin]

Don't know if this helps anyone, but I just can not tollerate chemical sunscreens and physical sunscreens dry out my skin :( But I have discovered recently Avene SPF 50 lotion for kids and I can finally wear sunscreen daily 😇 It is really lightweight, but still moisturizing and does not cause irritation ✌🏻 Thanks for the video ❤️

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for sharing this 👍🏼

[@helpfulnatural]

Same here. I just got over an outbreak of contact dermatitis on my neck and face from a combination sunscreen. :-( I too can only tolerate mineral and finding any that aren't drying is a challenge.

[@helpfulnatural]

@Claudia Angelina Thanks!

[@universe25.x]

What’s it uva protection factor? Do they say?

[@latinaboricua6987]

Have white cast?

[@juliechen8710]

I’m so glad you talk about shade and covers. Coming from an Asian country, I’m used to seeing people cover like ninjas, maximize the use of shades and carry big umbrellas in summer. But when I came to the US, interestingly almost nobody uses much cover or shade.

[@Strwbbe]

same omg thats me, covering like ninjas

[@lisabaughn]

Right?! I live in Houston and summers are scorching with all the giant endless unshaded parking lots and relentless sun. Since watching this channel I've begun carrying umbrellas everywhere I go and it has made walks across parking lots so much nicer. Umbrellas are going to be a thing one day in America, once people discover how much nicer they make your life during summer. Many people who've seen me do it end up getting one for themselves.

[@desertmoonlee6631]

@@Strwbbe when women wear burka or hijab they would be called with bad names. The hypocrisy is big. Most women before covered themselves outside from bad environment but now they are considered a freak because they have their own belief. Women can never win..

[@Strwbbe]

@@desertmoonlee6631 yea

[@CRT.v]

People actively make fun of me and/or try to tell me I'm overreacting when they notice that I instinctively seek shade whenever possible outside. I'm not even actively searching for shade--I just feel better when the sun isn't beating down on me. I don't think I'm weird in that regard. They get angry at me for the (honestly minimal) protections I take. Hell, I got a talking to from my manager one day last summer because I didn't show proper appreciation that the assistant manager did the inside work and left the outside work for me to do. I was "overreacting" by mildly expressing concern for how long I was going to have to be out in the sun without sleeves, sunscreen, or a hat when I wasn't expecting to work outside at all that day. As a whole, we really don't care about the health of our skin on a societal level in the US.

[@Raisinglittlereaders]

I’ve been watching your videos for over a year now. I didn’t ever use sunblock as a kid and got bad sun burns. Thanks to you my daughter has only been burned once and my son has never had one. As long as I gave my way my kids will be protected and moisturized there entire life. Thank you.

[@clarewhite3004]

I started wearing daily sunscreen this year. I'm currently using about a tablespoon of Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 for my face, neck, and ears. My chest and legs are rarely exposed to the sun, as I wear scrubs most of the time. I haven't gone to the point of daily sunscreen on my arms, but I'm aiming to get my car windows tinted with my tax refund. I don't see much sun, usually just on my commute, since I work nights in a hospital. For my drive home, I use SPF 30 powder. I don't love it and I'm looking into a spray instead. I got some lip balm with SPF 30 and I hate the taste, so I'm getting a different type to try out soon. I always wear sunglasses when driving during daylight unless the visibility is poor. I'm pretty proud of myself for these changes!

[@iluvearth99]

I use the rohto melatum lip balms with sun protection! There’s a tinted one and a clear one, both of which I have. They’re less than spf 30, but they don’t burn my lips or taste bad. I think that brand also has a lipstick with spf, if I remember correctly

[@moisdawg]

for your lips I recommend Aquaphor lip balm spf 30, moisturizing and no nasty taste/smell. For driving, sun gloves and sun sleeves are a gamechanger because then you don't have to worry about staining your clothes or your car

[@chanelb6050]

I like the Bondi Sands SPF 50 lip balm. It just smells like coconut and doesn't taste like anything (that I notice)

[@alliep7653]

Jack Black SPF mint lip balm is bomb!

[@wtfmyfriends]

I second the Jack Black spf 25, it’s a bit hard to get out of the tube but I found that the aquaphor dried out my lips but the shea butter version of jack black kept them moisturized!

[@lindacameron978]

Always a pleasure Doc- if only we knew this when we were growing up in the 60s and 70s. I now live in a beach community and certainly appreciate the importance of sun screening - all methods - I have never been more diligent. The past 5 years or so have shown me the importance of preventing this co-morbidity. I am an RN and have seen my share of repercussions regarding sun worshiping - many thanks.

[@celinepope]

Growing up, my family all burned and I tanned. They always told me how lucky I was. So I skipped sunscreen up until my mid 20s when I discovered Dr. Dray. Now I wear driving gloves, avoid the sun, wear huge hats. My skin looks younger than it did 2 years ago when I started. Wow. Thanks Dr. Dray!

[@ol4156]

So how do we deal with lacking of vitamin D? Taking supplement? I wear sunscreen even at home but this habit has caused me highly insufficient of Vitamin D. Really want to hear Dr Drey talking about the issue.

[@emmaphilo4049]

I think we should go in the sun but from 5/6pm and forward. I read 10 minutes is enough to produce the vitamin D needed.

[@berraozdemir2580]

I lost my grandma a month ago.She had a skin cancer which we learned when it's stage 4.She was the one of my dearest i miss her so much. I hope that people are aware of the importance of taking care of their skin.

[@5itka]

So sorry for your loss 💔

[@berraozdemir2580]

@@5itka thank you😔

[@vzeimen]

I’m 59 and am having Mohs surgery on June 2nd on my nose. Now that I’ve lived through the years before there was sunscreen as well as many years of daily use, I now feel this is one of those invisible problems till you have to have a big hole cut out of the middle of your face or worse. There’s no way to make kids and teens and even young adults believe this is likely their fate when they reach their older years if they haven’t been diligent with SPF. I wish more people would show the pics of these surgeries. It might make a bigger impact. Thanks again doc. Such an important subject.

[@monicaperez2843]

Dear Vicki, Just had MOHS surgery on my nose and I am 64. Even though it's a "small" surgery, it's no picnic. Had the biopsy, then MOHS surgery and a laser procedure this coming July 1st. I use my situation as a teaching opportunity to everyone who listens, especially young people. Do your research and find a good dermatologist and dermatological surgeon! Prevention is key!!

[@vzeimen]

@@monicaperez2843 Thanks for your comment Monica. I have a very good friend who had Mohs several years ago on a spot above her lip. They ended up taking from her midline under her nose, half her upper lip and all the way to her nasal labial fold and back up to her lip. It was devastating for her and she's had several reconstructive surgeries and laser since. I wish this is the type of thing that the younger generation could see when we try to get them to use sunscreen. Although just the fact that sunscreen is available is a huge plus. When I was a kid there was nothing in a lotion to protect us.

[@monicaperez2843]

@@vzeimen Vicki, surgery around the lip area is very difficult. The dermatological surgeon should have a plastic surgeon by their side when doing MOHS surgery on young people and professional who work in the public eye. My nephew, who is a lawyer, who also has skin cancer, is an example. Yes, they are finding some people are genetically inclined towards skin cancer, such as it runs in my family. However, all should take precautions!

[@aguiebakes6821]

We need more sun damage awareness!! People just don't know these things, and if you mention it to them they say "I've never used sunscreen my whole life and I'm doing fine" again, we need more sun damage awareness... i always try to tell my friends but it's hard to get them to actually adopt the habit of spf

[@kirstynmcleary4963]

Growing up in Australia in the 90’s 00’s sun protection was really drilled into us from all angles and now I’m older I’m very thankful for those really scary adds about the importance of slip slop slap.

[@sgullion7753]

Thank you for explaining this so well. Knowledge is powerful protection too! After having surgery from melanoma I try to be so careful, wear skin covering clothes, take my Vitamin D3 and apply sunscreen often. My husband told me he did not care if I was glow in the dark just so long as I was alive and with him to live our however many days we have together. I try to carefully share with friends about being burned and being in the sun without protection. Myths, false information and ignorance is about as useful as a teaspoon of sunscreen for an entire day at the beach.

[@M49-x9k]

Dr. Dray thank you for educating us on sunscreen here in Australia we have the highest skin cancer in the world.

[@Roll587]

I've been burned a LOT in my life and never thought anything of it... until someone I know got melanoma. Now I'm the sunscreen using UPF clothes wearing "I avoid the sun like it's my job" person among my friends. Don't care that I sometimes look "silly."

[@colbypaper9979]

Make sure you get enough vitamin d in ur diet

[@desertmoonlee6631]

Sad life to waste it like this. I apply sunscreen but i still enjoy nice clothes and live my life without being maniac you may survive skin cancer but we sill catch other cancers that are actually more painful and deadly. This comment may be deleted since she delete everything she don’t believe in. She is a doctor but also human and not perfect. Other doctors will tell you other things but brands will tell you to buy more and reapply more

[@desertmoonlee6631]

@@colbypaper9979 you can’t get vitamin d from food or supplements you only get it from dairy and sun together that create vitamin D

[@7thCobweb]

better safe than sorry

[@elainelouve]

My mom's friend died of melanoma in her 60's. I'm high risk for skin cancer, and a few months ago went to get my skin checked. Everything was fine, but I plan to continue checkups. One private clinic here has a nurse trained to do those, and it only cost me 60 euros. Yeah, I take vit D supplements. I also need other supplements as my diet is restricted due to allergies and IBS, so it's just one more thing to consider.

[@dolbystuff]

Dr. Dray is the best! There's no dermatologist on earth with so much credibility! Her knowledge around skin care is immense and she takes the trouble to explain everything in depth! More power to you. PS: Do Broad-Spectrum sunscreens, while protecting the skin from UVB/UVA, also prevent tanning? Cuz that's not what I've observed real-time. I use SPF50 PA++++ and I'm very mindful about applying the thickest layer possible. I still experience tanning. I try to stay out of the sun and in the shade at every opportunity. Without a sunblock, i would probably tan in under 4 minutes of sun exposure and with sunblock on, in under 20 min. I'm an Indian.

[@lisabaughn]

I'm 43 and I've been watching you for several years now and now have a really good sunscreen routine! Unfortunately I had a BCC and a precancer in the last couple of years due to a past of tanning in Florida. But at least I'm preventing more moving forward. I really regret all that tanning. Maybe one day cancer will be cured. 🙏

[@jjwanter1229]

Thank you for raising awareness! Here in Europe I feel we've made a big leap concerning the awareness of sun damage. However, I feel like another group of anti-sunscreen users is rising, which concerns me. It's a group that believes sunscreens can do more harm than good because of the toxins in sunscreen. They claim that actually these toxins are a stronger trigger for cancer than sun itself. It would be a good idea to address this scientific false assumption as well when talking about sun protection. Thanks again 🙏

[@veronicaphiri7432]

Absolutely agree!!

[@Esandeech2]

‘A 100 years ago farmers didn’t have sunscreen either, and they didn’t die from skin cancer all the time’ - my friend who doesn’t believe in sunscreen. 💀 The logic is so flawed in so many ways, I don’t even know where to start lol

[@AbrahamsAnt]

Not believing in science is a weird new trend and you can’t get through to people with facts, because the just don’t believe in them. They think they have knowledge hat you don’t have and won’t even listen to you. Most of those people are actually educated and have college degrees. That is really scary to me. How can people who have a university degree have so little appreciation for and knowledge about science and how it works?

[@jjwanter1229]

@@AbrahamsAnt Totally agree, unfortunately 😔

[@KKFilms]

Yes!! Please address this!!! It confused me too honestly!!! I've heard so much about this!!

[@healthhollow7218]

In the ‘90s I used to slather myself in butter or baby oil just to get that tan that was so sought after by me and my friends. I’ve learned so much since then and stay out of the sun and use my sunscreen as much as I can now!

[@chiknlittle]

You know, I never realized how concerned people are about other people's sunscreen/ sun protection until I started taking my own seriously. People comment on my sleeves or my reapplication of sunscreen all the time, like somehow me protecting MY skin affects YOURS? LOL!

[@jacquiwinter6282]

I have experienced this myself. So odd. 🤷‍♀️

[@drownzi]

same especially since i’m so pale, people think i should hate my skin and want to get a tan 😂

[@michelleopp9860]

SAME! So annoying 🙄

[@Elspm]

Ugh, yeah, this really pisses me off. People think I'm "obsessed" with sun cream because I wear it daily. I hide any reapplying in the bathroom to avoid the inevitable conversation. It's bizarre.

[@desertmoonlee6631]

@@Elspm you became obsessed putting chemicals all the time. I apply sunscreen but not a maniac like dr dray she even delete comments when other mention that she need help when it comes to food. Check her old videos how skinny unhealthy she was but now she did something to her face and wear makeup and look better. She is also humans and each doctor say different things depend on their ideas. Humans have survived for long time and still now countries survive without it and their skin look amazing. Pale skin is an issue because it’s weaker but for darker skin they don’t need to apply on windy days or indoors it’s crazy how cosmetic brands want us to keep consume to much from women’s insecurities

[@Catwithlipstick]

I wish all this information was available as well as sunblock when I was very young. Now I have some skin issues (some discoloration spots where no melanin grows anymore) and my Dr. told me I should wear sunscreen everyday of my life. I love your channel. Nobody puts enough attention to the skin. ❤

[@mjef3695]

Great advice. But, the cost. One container would last four days or eight days. Many sunscreens run about $10.00.

[@rosalina2773]

I have ridiculously sensitive oily combo skin prone to acne and rosacea and your advice totally changed my skin 🥰 I use Albolene to remove eye makeup, Bioderma sebium cleanser at night, Clinique moisture surge moisturizer, Vaseline around eyes and on forehead (my dry areas) before applying tretinoin + azelaic acid cream from Apostrophe. Always Elta MD sunscreens during the day! I’ve started adding spring water to a refillable bottle so that I can mist my face before putting on moisturizer as well (my tap water isn’t the best). This is the best routine I have ever had thank you for all the amazing advice you give us for free!

[@7thCobweb]

omg thanks for the tip with albolene, i've been struggling to find a fragrance free makeup remover. i'm assuming it will take off waterproof makeup? have a good day xx

[@rosalina2773]

@@7thCobweb yes! It will take off pretty much anything, I’ve used it for years. I like it because a lot of rinse off oil cleansers dehydrate me or irritate me but Albolene is very gentle and moisturizing. It will definitely leave a film so I mostly just use it around the eyes, gently wipe off as much as possible, and the second cleanser gets it off okay. Most of the time if I use it on on my whole face its before a shower because it’s easier to get off in the shower. If you use it on your whole face outside of the shower, you’ll want to use a soft warm wet washcloth or makeup eraser to wipe off before your second cleanser. I hope that helps!

[@mwild91]

Thank you so much for educating us on this. I’ve always worn spf and tried not to burn, but I was definitely relaxed about it and used to tan regularly and not reapply sunscreen and probably not apply enough in the first place! Now that I’m 30 and have found your videos I’m taking it very seriously. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@danielegagnon7920]

Happy Tuesday! Normally I have skin that tans easily! Several years ago when I discovered your site...I decided to avoid being exposed to the sun for too long. I apply several layers on my face before applying my makeup and I try to protect myself as much as possible to keep a more beautiful skin! When I was younger, we didn't talk about the importance of the sun's adverse effects. The problems don't appear right away! But later on at an older age! You have to be aware that if you are exposed to the sun and you don't see sunburns or brown spots for a few years, they are there and they can cause you damage a few years later! Cancer can be there and develop over the years.... take care of yourself!

[@va1445]

I was shocked when I learned that 2 of the ladies I work with went together to do tanning beds every day at lunch. One of the gals was going to Cancun for vacation and "needed a base tan" so she doesn't burn. I thought - do people still do that?!? Some people still hold onto misconceptions from days gone by even with the prevalence of information available to them.

[@desertmoonlee6631]

Some people tan and fine some apply sunscreen all the time and still get sick so just live your life

[@kaylagraham8225]

I’m doing that now for a vacation but I’m putting sunscreen on my face and covering it with a towel. I just tan my body

[@Lilo-A]

Yes, that is surprising. I didn’t think any of those places were still open.

[@wulfsorenson8859]

@@kaylagraham8225 you will end up with an old body and neck which can’t be fixed. You will severely regret it in a few years. Just use fake tan.

[@ItsNicoleAnderson]

Did you maybe think they also don’t want to get burned bc it’s painful?

[@Articapilus]

I am curious as to the recommendation to reapply mineral sunscreen specifically every two hours, considering that these are not designed to react chemically with UV radiation and degrade, unlike chemical sunscreens.

[@DrDrayzday]

They rub off though

[@Articapilus]

@@DrDrayzday Thank you for your comment, Dr. Dray. Will take into consideration.

[@moisdawg]

what do you mean by react chemically with UV

[@CrystalxSoxFly]

She also stated that you are likely under applying and have skipped areas.

[@marniejane11]

A lot of good reminders as we head into summer... I'm pretty sun-aware, as a fair skinned redhead who burns just thinking about the sun, and I even learned a couple things I didn't know. Well worth the watch!

[@starrhelms8235]

Thank you so much for the reminder of the need to re-apply sunscreen throughout the day! I must do it very often, SPECIFICALLY to my nose. Especially during allergy season, I have to blow or blot my nose very frequently; I have begun carrying a small bottle of sunscreen in my handbag and try to remember to use it whenever I blow my nose.

[@alexareynolds2784]

👍🏼

[@rmgqwzxiytfj]

I consciously ignore factors regarding whether or not I'm inside/outside all day, cloudy skies, windows, etc. It's not worth stressing over. Just get in the habit to consistently apply & reapply all day, everyday! 🌞

[@desertmoonlee6631]

You don’t need to apply inside or cloudy. I like dr dray but she is obsessed with sunscreen i hope you read before she delete this

[@rmgqwzxiytfj]

@@desertmoonlee6631 You must be new. 🙃 She's obsessed with sunscreen, and rightfully so. It's about forming healthy habits. Just go back to bed, if your sun protection game isn't strong.

[@crystalkirkman]

It’s true that we didn’t know the importance of sun protection even 10 years ago. I definitely would have approached my 20s and 30s differently. I’m at least glad my makeup had during that time had SPF 18 (which isn’t great but at least it was something).

[@Esandeech2]

I feel the same. I remember that in 2012 I was using tanning beds regularly. The owner of that business said they were completely harmless and that SPF 50 was just a ‘nasty chemical layer’. Glad around 2016 I did my research and have religiously been using sunscreen daily ever since then. Also bought big sunglasses, a big hat, a sun visor and everything else I need to protect myself.

[@fatimahh.923]

Spf 18 really is enough for most people as long as you reapply

[@raml5282]

@@fatimahh.923 But it wouldnt be enough if its in foundation bc you don't apply much of that

[@esmeraldacucuzza7134]

I’m definitely over confident in my sunscreen usage. Thank you! I need to go reapply now

[@zebakoli]

Last month, I increased my Tretinoin percentage to 0.1% (Obaji) and my face, neck and chest have tolerated it very well. With regards to sunscreen, I like to use Ultra Violette Clean Screen SPF 30 and La Roche-Posay Cicaplast SPF 50.

[@jasneet6569]

I have recently updated Trevino in to o.05 , a have gotten acne on forehead.. so hopefully will adjust slowly! Best of luck

[@desertmoonlee6631]

And we all still gonna age someday no matter what you do you can’t change dna inside. Maybe we catch other cancers worst and other diseases due to modern life. You are not immune to anything in life no matter what. Do what you like but also remember this to not be disappointed.

[@gosick442]

@@desertmoonlee6631 wtf??

[@emilyishere9885]

@@desertmoonlee6631 people use tretinoin for acne too... also Zeba looks quite young & I doubt she's using it for 'anti-aging' purposes lol

[@emilyishere9885]

@@gosick442 This was my reaction.. This 'Desert Moon Lee' lady is nuts lol

[@josephanthonyjas]

Thank you for creating this video, I’m just getting into major skin care at 39 and learning so this helps a lot, I appreciate all of your hard work

[@nikemaraje5]

You literally look 29 omg

[@ilariamasullo3353]

very helpful and informative...what I still haven't figured out is, is there a reasonable way to reapply sunscreen when wearing makeup? I mean, not having to scrap your entire makeup and reapply it from scratch 😅 I'm currently still wearing face masks and no makeup, reapplying sunscreen is a breeze, but I still hope someday we'll go back to beautifying ourselves with foundation and blush and everything 😐

[@SJ-db1lh]

This was definitely full of good information! I have eczema on my forehead, eyebrows & between my eyes. As long as I don't touch it much and don't sweat, we get along. I'm also allergic to "Propylene Glycol," it's in So many products! So it's a challenge finding a broad spectrum sunscreen I can use. It doesn't seem to be in the Mineral Sunscreens, but those take more rubbing in. The search continues! Sharing your knowledge with us is appreciated!

[@kagitsune]

Dr. Dray, just wanted to let you know that you're looking radiant and healthy! 😊 Thank you for all of these reminders. Also 10:03, holy bananas I didn't realize there might be a grain of truth to the correlation between the increaeas in mainstream sunscreen use and skin cancers, but only because early sunscreens gave a false sense of security!! 🤯🤯

[@42069memes]

Found out not long ago that New Zealand sunscreens dont need to meet the requirements stated on the bottle such as SPF 50+ and Broad Spectrum. Thankfully we have consumer reports that test which sunscreens do and dont work, and regulations are coming soon. Make sure your sunscreen actually meets the SPF rating and is broad spectrum, depending on the country its made it could be useless.

[@courtneyderouen]

Thanks, Dr. Dray! You’re the reason I’ve been diligent with my sunscreen for the last year and my skin has never been better. It took me a while to realize ss alone can give your skin a chance to reverse aging and certainly more so when using a skincare regimen with Tretinoin and actives. I thought ss would just help slow skin aging but it’s nice to know it helps the skin heal itself.

[@krs.10]

I have poor education on this topic. Actually a lot of things, but learning. My mom used to layer my face in lotion then sent me to play outside ALL DAY long in the AZ summers. Don't know what her mindset was. My face already had wrinkles and so much sun spots by the time I was in HS. I grew up incredibly insecure. The Exuviance peel pads and retinol pads helped a bit in my 30s and doing my best in layering my face with SPF, there's been significant improvement fortunately. Thank goodness for KZbin and people like you Dr. Dray, following videos like this and others who share advices on skincare, body care, fitness, finances, cooking, etc. that my mom did not bestow to me has helped so much. Learning all this so I can apply the knowledge to my daughter. I refuse to let her go into adulthood like me: completely ignorant and hopeless. 💛

[@Lucy-007.]

Thank you for continuing to emphasize the importance of using sunscreen and the damages done by UVA and UVB rays. As always, your videos are so informative and useful, Dr. Dray.

[@DLFfitness1]

Great video… I use Olay with SP15 when I’m inside. I use SP50 when I’m outdoors for an extended period. I have found the higher the SP, the heavier the product.

[@Abby-hb1qq]

I love my Skin Aqua UV Moisture Gel sunscreen because it's so lightweight that I can reapply and reapply without it feeling sticky, greasy, or irritating.

[@annatang9197]

I love the Skin Aqua sunscreens. They are my favourite Japanese brand of sunscreens so far

[@Vivian_85]

Do you recommend for oily skin? I can’t find one that I like for my oily skin

[@annatang9197]

@@Vivian_85 yes, they are perfect for oily skin. Warning, it (the UV moisture gel one) does have alcohol in it. The smell dissipates after you apply it. If you’re not bothered by alcohol, you should try it out. It’s so lightweight, it doesn’t feel like you’re wearing sunscreen at all!

[@pjsmith4369]

I wasn’t keen on tanning as a teenager, so I quit trying to get a tan after 17. Then I developed Vitiligo. My life since 30 ( almost 30 years ago ) has been sunscreen, long skirts, long sleeves, hats and trying to stay out of the sun during the most dangerous hours. Pretty tough to do with a cottage on the beach and monitoring 5 kids throughout the years. I stick out like a sore thumb because I look like a ghost compared to my 8 siblings, especially now that I have almost no pigment left. One plus is that my skin at 68 looks really good. But I have known young people who died of melanoma in their early 20’s - and not from the sun. It happens. Always check your skin for any unusual spots.

[@pinkordie85]

so my husband and I got sun poisoning last year on our honeymoon. did I have sunscreen? yes. was I allowed by the trip guide to use it? no. they didn't tell us ahead of time that you were not allowed to use sunscreen on our excursion. and I want to be cleat this wasn't you can't uses sunscreen that isn't reef safe. they would not let you use sunscreen period. it was horrible, and everyone on this excursion got a burn. I'm so upset that they didn't tell us this beforehand this was in Mexico so just FYI for anyone doing a trip

[@rollinginthedeep6900]

I work as a delivery driver and I have no choice but to be outside during the peak UV exposure hours. I wish there was more awareness geared towards people who work outside during these times, especially when it's hot and the urge is to cover up less not more....but thank you so much Dr. Dray for sharing all this information! I have learned so much ever since I started following your channel 👍

[@Unapsicolectora]

Dr Dray you have been a blessing. Let me tell you thanks to you has been now 4 years straight since I started to wear sunscreen, and approx 4,5 months since I started re applying sunscreen during the day, and omg I saw a significant difference in acne scars, of course a long side with the use of benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid cleansers, but the difference in reapplying sunscreen has been a game changer for me.

[@GerardoOstos]

Wow, this is truly an eye opener video for me. I actually started to CARE about my skin care just this year. I'm 32. I started reading about it a few months ago and I've learned a lot, but I'm no dermatologist. You answered so many questions that I've been having for a while. I didn't know the difference between a sunscreen that says UVB or UVA or broad spectrum, etc. Now I know what type to get. And also, I love to tan (I overexpose I guess), but this video is really making me want to stop doing it. I definitely don't want to be one of those cases of melanoma.

[@DarinaKostadinova]

Dr Dray, I vouch for you making your own brand of sunscreen that would come in huge bottles and will be either super affordable or *somehow* be covered by insurance. Seems like we all deserve that

[@idaliagonzalez7945]

Thanks, we can’t have enough information on this topic. Because of you, I wear to the beach a hat with face mask, glasses, and a 50 spf modest swimsuit. And still wear sunscreen. Very sunny 😎 in Florida. I found some sun damage on my skin, very light, but don’t want it to get worse.

[@kimlbk]

Thank you for including information on darker skin tones. My grandchildren are half Peruvian. Their skin tans in the summer and now I know this is bad for them.

[@cetriyasArtnComicsChannel]

I mostly go out early morning or late evening. Avoid the mid day sun as much as possible

[@DrDrayzday]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@laurieburnside5300]

That's good. You should still wear sunscreen though.

[@Maggie-lp9oc]

So glad I watched this before my trip to Florida. I’m gonna have to tell my whole family this information!

[@mishmish6299]

I’m so glad you mention the fact that you can indeed get sunburned from under an umbrella. I unfortunately learned that the hard way, and was very annoyed 😑 I no longer trust umbrella’s solely and will slather myself up with sunscreen if I’m going to the beach.

[@SueRosalie]

I only go to beaches that have some shade, or else just go early in the morning or late afternoon.

[@monye9963]

Awesome, I wish everyone would get serious about sunscreen, it would force the FDA to approve more sunscreen filters.

[@MoonLight-gm6zm]

Loved this video! 💝 A friend of mine told me recently that I'm the only person she knows who wears hats in the summer. I completely agree that sunscreen alone is not enough! 🙌

[@MllxEmi]

Hi, I have a few questions about sunscreens. Some sunscreens are marketed for wet skin ("can be applied on wet skin"). Is it only a marketing argument (and any sunscreen can be applied to wet skin and be effective) or do you really need a specific formulation for sunscreen to work when applied on wet skin or with wet hands? The ㏗ of most sunscreens seems unknown even though we are supposed to apply and reapply sunscreen everyday and that a ㏗ matching the skin is better to maintain a "healthy" and good looking skin. I guess formulating a sunscreen is already difficult enough so brands don't necedsarly focus on the ㏗ to match the skin, especially if some of the active ingredients actually require a ㏗ that does not match the skin to be effective which might be possible right? Have you tried to determine the ㏗ of a sunscreen? If so what did you find? Do you know the ㏗ that some of the most common UV filters require to be effective? Do you know some brands that communicate about the ㏗ of their sunscreens? Obviously it isnt the most important thing but I am curious. Thanks in advance.

[@moisdawg]

all sunscreens are formulated so that they form that protective film on the surface of the skin, and putting them on wet skin is going to interrupt that process. I've never heard of a wet skin sunscreen and frankly I would avoid any that claim to be that way. Along the same vein, I'd assume the pH of sunscreens must be around the same pH of the skin if they are meant to sit on top of the skin.

[@anapaulabulhoes9312]

I’m just freaking out, so much to consider to protect the skin, now being a new mom I don’t think I was doing right in protect my baby skin. Thank you for all the information.

[@davidle3567]

Hi Doc! I know from watching past vlogs you have a thorough dental hygiene routine, as well. I recently saw a video that suggested dental health could have an affect on skin health - might you have any thoughts on this? If so, I’d love to hear! :)

[@gondwanalon]

Thank you very much. I’m 72 and am outside a lot frequently canoe paddling (all year long). I always wear long sleeve shirts, long pants, neck scarf, broad hat, socks, and gloves. I’ve also been using H&B 50 SPF that contains zinc and titanium (makes my skin white). It’s hard to rub off. In fact I have to scrub the skin with a wash cloth to remove it which is good. My white skin and wearing socks with slippers doesn’t bother me but seems disturbing to others and some of them make comments, suggestions and jokes. What is disturbing to me is that a lot of people have no clue what I’m dealing with. And some even say that the chemicals in sunscreens are harmful and proudly show off their sun burns and tans. Also in Hawaii on the beaches people still expose most of their skin to the Sun’s harmful rays. And I see so many young people there that have severely damaged skin that makes them look decades older than they are. Good health!

[@KatieRomrell]

One question I've always had: How do clouds impact UV rays? I know I feel like I'm getting less sun exposure on overcast days, but is that true? Is there any difference in UV A and B penetration through cloud cover? Thank you!

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

You have to look at clouds as an inconsistent unpredictable sheet of light refraction. It bounces off light and sends it back into the higher atmosphere - or can bounce them off sideways/downwards at randomized angles in a cyclical fashion towards xyz, including people. Light rays ultimately still gets thru.

[@joycej9415]

Just a thought I had is that we have solar panels on our roof and they collect less but still plenty to run my home even on cloudy days. So I think you still need sunscreen.

[@chanelb6050]

As a kid, I would go swimming on overcast days. I got sunburnt every time. Sun exposure might be less but UV rays are still getting through. Take home message is to wear sunscreen everyday, rain or shine.

[@michellekelly2937]

If you're outside in daylight, whether it's cloudy or sunny, you still need to apply sunscreen! UV rays do penetrate clouds.

[@courtneyderouen]

I agree to wear spf on cloudy days but doesn’t the UV index indicate the strength of the rays that day ie if it’s 9 stay inside (and wear spf) but if it’s 1-3 the rays are less strong (yes wear spf) but being outside is less harmful?

[@shadedwizard8566]

Tanning is a natural defense of the body against burn damage because of the production of melanine. Although, it's not perfect since our body does what it can and that's why we also need spf to be protected, but not every tan is skin injury. It's an injury when dark and irregular spots or areas appear on the skin.

[@susanmcf1]

I walk every day wearing protective clothing and lots of sunscreen and still get too much sun from the reflection off the pavement.

[@jayniestanley4730]

I have been using sunscreen for 30 yrs or better. But this video really opened my eyes. Thank u for being so quick to tell us what's up. This video should b seen by every person over the age of 5. Parents should do the right thing from new born to 5.

[@martini87c]

I don’t know who came up with this and when, but ever since I was a teen years ago people would not let leave you alone if you were “pale” in the middle of the summer especially if you were to wear shorts or tank tops that revealed a lot of your skin. I constantly heard “oh you’re so white you need to get a tan” or “if you’re wearing white clothes get a tan”, etc etc. Also people that I know would wait for the summer to tan first and then wear their shorts or keep applying those bronzing neutrogena creams and lotions. I WISH that someone was there at that time to say it’s okay to be pale in the summer time (and the whole year round actually) and to protect the skin with sunscreen instead.

[@bellonjm07]

I can never remember the % difference between SPF 15, 30, 50. So I usually buy SPF 50 and apply it twice like you suggest.

[@debbiekotch6006]

I remember the baby oil thing, my Mom would use that and her sisters. Thanks for this video. Dr. Dray.

[@arlenewitt248]

I love all these people who say “If only I had known…” The cancer connection to too much sun might not have been known, but we did know about the accelerated aging effect of getting dark tans. People just didn’t want to hear about it, because “being tan” was king. I am 71 years old, and my mother taught me when I was 14 or 15 years old to protect my skin from the sun, because too much sun is very aging. She said to cover my face with a towel, if I was going to lay out to get a tan on my body, because we didn’t have sunscreens back then, we had tanning oils. I also remember when I was 16, I saw these young women at the pool, who were in their early 20s, holding these large aluminum semi-circular fans under their chins to increase the reflection of sunlight onto their faces to increase their tans. I tried to tell them dark tans would accelerate the aging on their faces that would begin to be noticeable once they hit their late 20s or early 30s. BUT, they told me I was nuts and ridiculed me. Interestingly, in my early 30s when I met my husband, we had the same conversation I’d had with the girls at the pool. He said he’d already noticed at his 10 year high school reunion the “in girls” in high school with the great tans had much aged worse than the girls who did not appear to be sun worshipers.

[@NoorAtaVFX]

It's kind of hard not to get a tan when you're from a darker skin tone type, even with frequent sunscreen application.

[@snatchthesnitch7935]

true 😪 but at least it's getting minimal and controllable

[@fridoxdjamgbedja3903]

RIGHTTTTT, i really thought i was the only one i'm originally brownskinned ( now darkskinned bc i tanned lol) and i always apply a thick layer of sunscreen and reapply every 2 hours, but i still tan severely.

[@ashandblake]

I reapply sunscreen over and over when out in the sun. I still get tan. Isn’t that what happens to people with melanin? Setting that aside, what kind of life is it to always think of avoiding the sunshine? Doesn’t the sun feel good when it hits the skin from time to time? Sitting inside of your home all day to avoid the outdoor sun from 10-4 seems like you’re not really living. It’s not about baking in the sun, but just enjoying life and the outdoors.

[@ajum89]

I love this video. Everytime I tell my fellow south asians or asians about applying sunscreen, they get offended. One lady told me I am proud of dark skin tone. I had to tell her sunscreen isn't about complexion but about protection from skin cancer and skin damage. And other south asians think that since we are wheatish or dark complexion, the sun doesn't harm our skin. So much misinformation. I keep sharing Dr Dray's sunscreen videos on my whatsapp stories.

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

I used to be one of those! I was so orange! Now my skin is white yellow and I don't ever plan on going back! Lol

[@moisdawg]

and asians and south asians have access to so many of those advanced filter sunscreens! If only they knew lol

[@fridoxdjamgbedja3903]

@@moisdawg advanced filter sunscreens?

[@moisdawg]

@@fridoxdjamgbedja3903 I'm referring to the newer generation filters in sunscreens outside of the US, like Uvinul A plus

[@carolynm.8868]

I have found my holy grail…Cetaphil Broad Spectrum Face SPF 50. I feel like I have tried every sunscreen known to mankind. They seem fine, then 3 days later I start getting breakouts. This has not happened with the Cetaphil. It does leave a bit of a white cast but it doesn’t bother me. Please keep trying to educate folks about skin protection. I absolutely regret the skin damage I have from sun exposure.

[@pychow13]

So so true to everything Dr Dray says. I used to hate wearing sunscreen, found them sticky and the shine, ugly. Then I got melasma 😪, and I started following Dr Dray and all her advice incl using sunscreen religiously even indoors. My skin complexion has since improved dramatically. Sure, the damn melasma are still there, but they are far lighter. Now when I'm out, not only I use sunscreen but also a UV protective fabric umbrella and I always try to walk under the shade of buildings (not difficult in where I come from as we're a concrete jungle). I even become a strong advocate for sunscreen and preach to my mum and all my friends about the importance of using it before it's too late!

[@wendyowen969]

I'm in Australia which has very high UV radiation. I've been using sunscreen since I was around 30, although it was only 15+ in those days. In 2012 higher protection products became legal. I am 74 and still have good skin thanks to sunscreen.

[@Corinthians-tc3zm]

Quick question! Since both hot and cold weather can break down sunscreen, what do you recommend to keep them effective while on a hike? Would keeping sunscreen in a thermal bag help?

[@ellenh278]

Great question, or extended camping in real heat.

[@moisdawg]

I've never heard of cold temperatures degrading sunscreen, only hot so I imagine both keeping it shaded and having it in an insulated lunchbox with an ice pack or two would be good. As long as you're keeping it cool, while not trying to freeze it lol. And keeping it cool might encourage you to reapply it on a hot sunny day ☀️😎

[@Anya-jk2dy]

thank you thank you thank you. I have tried to avoid getting 'tan' for the last five years.

[@ColeConte]

Even in sunscreen the dunning-kruger effect is strong 🤣 Definitely need to get better, myself, with reapplying and actively making my pre-teen and husband wear sun protection!

[@clairelawrence3836]

Hello, as a fluorescent white red head from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 I don’t walk out my front door without sunscreen. Have recently seen a product called sun seal which promises to give 3 days protection from 1 application. Sounds amazing.x

[@davidfletcher4449]

Question...Why don't 'they' change the testing standards to account for more real world application habits of ordinary people?

[@DrDrayzday]

There is a push to encourage them to change the standards, but doubt they will change

[@robinabner3118]

I apply sunscreen heavily on my face and neck. Then I let it dry a little, then put on my makeup. I use a different sunscreen on the rest of my body.

[@Vivian_85]

I honestly do not like Sunscreen. I do use Sunscreen of course, but so far I haven’t found one that I like. I have very oily skin, and many make me look so shiny.

[@katiemcd5433]

Hey! I have the same issue. I use a sunscreen and a translucent powder to get rid of the shine. Good luck!

[@betull7]

Check out axis-y complete no stress physical sunscreen spf50+ pa++++

[@titamartinez162]

Look for a mineral sunscreen I’m oily too an mineral sc helps me.

[@Kick0a0cat]

There are sungels, I only tried one once, since I would have to import it, but it did feel very lightweight

[@lauragoreni3020]

The answer is matte sunscreen for oily skin + powder on it

[@diaedikoe]

HI Andrea do you have a video of applying sunscreen? I am just curious about putting over my daily moisturizer how long should I wait before 1st application. Thanks.

[@etherealone]

I started watching you over a year ago. I thought I knew my sunscreen chops pretty well but I learned so much. So much so in fact that 6 months ago my vitamin d levels were so low that I was a few points away from having Rickets. LMAO. my doctor said she had never seen it before and asked me what I’m doing. Six months later with a 3x the recommended dose of vitamin d every day I am finally in the safe zone. I simply refuse to sit in the sun for any amount of time. It’s comical. And I spend so much time applying and reapplying that I should qualify for some kind of tax break right? Hahaha

[@cathylynn57]

After listening to you I have started putting sunscreen in my car so I can reapply. I now reapply all the time! Thanks for all the good information.

[@salimas7979]

Doesn’t it go bad in the car?

[@cathylynn57]

@@salimas7979 I don’t think so, and I use it up fairly quickly

[@salimas7979]

@@cathylynn57 thx.

[@lisasisneros8200]

I’ve gotten so overwhelmed at all the dangers of sun exposure that I just stay inside. I have a sensory issue with sunscreen anyway, that sticky feeling is so unpleasant! Of course I still use it, but then we get all this news of cancer causing chemicals in sunscreens and I’m like we’re damned if we do, and damned if we don’t. Even being inside, the light from windows and driving in the car puts me at risk. It’s all so….tiring! Can’t something not be actively trying to kill us?

[@jovanaespinoza6124]

I try to be consistent with sunscreen but I also have a uv protectant umbrella that I use when I go out. People ask me about it because it's not common for young ppl to do this, but it definately should be.

[@LizbetPCB]

I’m using the Skin Aqua on my face, neck, and ears which makes using SPF so simple! I use the Walmart Equate knock-off of Nutrogena Ultra Dry Touch SPF 100 on the rest of me. I think I’ve finally found the perfect combination and am done constantly shopping around. Thank you, dear Dr. Dray. I hope you, your lovely mom, and Tybee, are thriving 💕

[@DrDrayzday]

I love skin Aqua

[@sebumpostmortem]

Skin Aqua Watery Essence is the second best thing that has happened in my entire life. No joke😌. 🧛🏻‍♀️🖤

[@bernadettehurst6541]

Skin Aqua is the only one that doesn't burn my eyes and it's really affordable.

[@ambergerhelper7852]

Which Skin Aqua? I tried the tone-up (green) version, and it’s not good. 😳😬

[@LizbetPCB]

@@ambergerhelper7852 it’s white and has a gold top. SPF50+ PA++++

[@pupu2410]

Also, The UV-Rays that cause burning are not the ones that cause tanning,which means that tanning and burning do not correlate.That means, if you didn’t burn,maybe UVB didn’t hit you that hard ,but if you tan, you still got UVA damage (that can cause skin cancer as well)

[@fridoxdjamgbedja3903]

But i still tan even tho i apply a thick layer of SPF 50, maybe its because im brownskinned

[@Alexellis738]

If you follow Dr Drays advice you’re skin will be amazing! I watch all your videos my skin has totally changed! Thank you and the breakfast lunch dinner reapplication is what I do great advice! Y’all subscribe and sunscreen !!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@ClaudiaMCBender]

Same! Love her.

[@christinereilly3699]

Its been a year+ months i follow her advice. My skin is amazing to the point i done wear foundation. Just mascara abit of liner. And spf lip balm❤ simplicity is always best.

[@azeemamaniya]

Can you please recommend some affordable suncreens

[@lucysky384]

A lot of influencers will casually say that a certain foundation colour will suit them better in summer when their skin is darker. I always cringe, thinking, your skin shouldn't be getting darker in summer. Another common thing l see is people very proudly saying they are bringing the sunscreen down onto their neck, then they completely forget the chest. When you look at ageing women's chests you see that's where much of the crepiness and mottling takes place. The chest, people!