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We all need some sun exposure even babies because it is our main source of vitiam D, which helps us asborb calcium for stronger, healthier bones. But it dosen't take much time in the sun formost people to get the vitiamin D they need, an unprotected exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system supression, and even cancer. That's why using sunscreen even if it is cloudy out is always best.

When choosing a sunscreen for my infant, toddler or young child, I make my choice by the highest SPF and a kids brand. I learned that this is fine, but children's sunscreen is not much diffrent from the adult's so, you don't have to buy a sepreate sunscreen. When chooseing a sunscreen you should look for these important factors:
-The more expensive dosen't mean it is better
-Provides broad specrum UVA-UVB protection, 90% of wrinkles are caused by UVA, light and sun damage. Even the low-leval exposures break down collagen
-Has a SPF of at last 15-30, SPF stands for Sun Proctection Factor. The higher the SPF number te better protection against the sun's harful UVB rays.
-Is water-resistant, even if you are not going swimming you will still be sweating
-Is hypoallergenic and frangrence free, especially if our child has sensitive skin
-Is in a form that is easy to use on your child, whether it is gel, lotion, spray, e.t.c
-Look for sunscreen that has avberzone, titanium dioxide or zinc oxide as ingredients
While looking for these things is important so is choosing one of the best sunscreens in the world. Here is a list of the best sunscreens for adults or children.
-La Roche Posay Anthelios, This sunscreen works best because of a chemical called Mexoryle, known all over the worl to protect skin from wrinkle-causing UVA rays
-Kiehl's, This sunscreen works well because it is also a moisturizer and can go on everyday whatever the weather-Best Body Sunscreen- Bull Frog, This sunscreen works good because it is the best to over your body as well as your face. This sunscreen protects even the fairest of skin types
-Eucerin, This sunscreen is great because it is for dry skin and a moisturizer
-Aveob, This sunscreen is for oily skin because it is light and oit free
-L'Ocatare, This is for all skin types
-Best Tinted Moisturizers with SPF-Laura Mercier
-Best Orgais Sunscreen-Dr. Hauschka Skincare Suncreen
-Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock, This provides Helioplex, like Mexoryle offers ultra proctection from the suns UVA rays.
The most commmon mistakes for applying sunscreen is:
-not reapplying sunscreen at least every 2 hours
-If using suncreen with a insect repellent, not using suncrenn with a high SPF can be a mistake
-not using sunscreen or not using enough suncreen
-Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before they go inot the sun
-Avoid sun between the hours whe the sun is the strongest between, 10am to 4pm
-Encourage your children to wear sunglasses that protect ultraviolet rays
-Use physical protection, inlcuding clothing, long-light weight pants, hats, tent, umbrella, stroller or/and tree

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