ExclusiveWhich Sunscreen Is Best? SPF 30, 50, 100? Broad- or Multi-Spectrum?｜Vital Signs

Putting its possible dangers aside, sunscreen—which in its present forms, dates back about 100 years—can protect us from getting sunburnt.

And if you’re not into broad-brimmed hats, long-sleeved shirts, and permanently sporting an umbrella at the beach, sunscreen is likely the best option for you.

The question is, with so many different types of sunscreen, which one is best? Or, more specifically, which one is best for you?

SPF 30, 50, 100? PA+++ or PA++++? Broad- or multi-spectrum?

Broad-spectrum sunscreen protects against both UV-A and UV-B light. But what’s the difference between these two types of radiation? Which one should you watch out for if you work seated by a window?

Apart from time in the sun, what factors of skin type and sensitivity determine which sunscreen is best to use?

On Vital Signs with Brendon Fallon, we explore the ins and outs of the many different sunscreen variants.

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