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Is SPF 85 too much?

Experts say sunscreens with an SPF higher than 50 aren't worth buying. They only offer marginally better protection. They might also encourage you to stay out in the sun longer. Instead, choose an SPF between 15 and 50, apply liberally, and reapply often.May 31, 2017

Is SPF 90 harmful for skin?

In theory, sunscreen with super-high SPF should give you the best protection against damaging UV radiation. But in practice, it may not work that way. In fact, some experts say using super-high-SPF sunscreens could lead to more UV exposure — upping your risk for both burns and skin cancer.

What is SPF 85?

But what's in your sunscreen may be just as important as the SPF number. While SPF 85 sounds like it offers more protection, higher SPF numbers can be misleading. The fact is, the higher the SPF, the smaller the difference becomes. SPF 30 blocks 97 percent of the sun rays compared to SPF 50 which blocks 98 percent.

Is it bad to use 100 SPF?

Should you use SPF 100? Experts unequivocally say no. "The benefit is that it affords us about 1 percent more coverage from the UVB burning rays than an SPF of 50," says Ciraldo. "But the risk is not worth it."

Does SPF 80 really work?

Buying SPF 80 improves on SPF 30, but not by much. The stronger product blocks another 1.75 percentage points of UVB radiation. Upgrading again to SPF 100 blocks 99 percent of UVB rays, but compared to SPF 80, it's really only a quarter of a percentage point better.

Is SPF 80 good for face?

High-SPF products don't give you a whole lot more protection. … But the truth is that higher-SPF products are only marginally better at shielding you from UVB, according to both the EWG and the Skin Cancer Foundation. SPF 30 blocks nearly 97% of UVB radiation, SPF 50 blocks about 98%, and SPF 100 blocks about 99%.

How long does SPF 80 last?

How long your sunscreen actually protects you, according to dermatologists. A sunscreen's sun protection factor (SPF) is only fully effective for two hours after you put it on.

How much SPF do I need daily?

What SPF should I buy? For day-to-day use, pick a sunscreen with sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. If you spend time outdoors, choose a product with SPF 60 or greater. In reality, most people do not use as much sunscreen as they should, and this higher SPF helps compensate.