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What degree of sun protection do you most often use?

What brand of sunscreen do you prefer for you and your family?

SPF lower than 15 (2.9%)

SPF 15-24 (8.5%)

SPF 25-34 (28.5%)

SPF 35-49 (17.1%)

SPF 50-74 (22.9%)

SPF 75 or higher (5.6%)

I don't use sunscreen (14.4%)

Other (leave a comment) (0.0%)

What degree of sun protection do you most often use?
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  • Autumnkat By Autumnkat
    on Jul 10, 2013  

    I don't know how true it is, but I have been told through a couple sources that a 45 SPF is as effective as it gets. A 75 SPF isn't any more effective than a 45, that it's just a marketing tool to make people think that a 75 SPF is better. Does anyone have any more reliable information about this?

  • highlights By highlights
    on Jul 10, 2013  

    I use spf 75 or higher.

  • mina77 By mina77
    on Jul 11, 2013  

    I usually use SPF 30. There's no need to use an SPF higher than that. The key is to make sure you reapply often!

  • babsywabs By babsywabs
    on Jul 11, 2013  

    Sorry, mina77, but I disagree. My dermatologist wants me to use AT LEAST an SPF 50 daily. As a melanoma survivor, I am anxious to do whatever it takes to stay safe. I have found a Banana Boat product that does not smell like i'm headed to the beach, and I apply it every morning as my body lotion before I head to work. I reapply throughout the day, as well, if I am going to be outside.