Doctors Debunk 12 Sunscreen And Suncare Myths | Debunked

Dermatologists Jeremy Brauer and Michelle Henry debunk 12 myths about sunscreen and sun care. They talk about the effects of getting sunburned, whether getting a base tan will protect you, and what to look for in sunscreen. They also explain that protecting your skin from the sun is a comprehensive plan — it requires a combination of sunscreen, shade structures, SPF clothing, hats, and sunglasses.  Brauer is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon at Spectrum Skin and Laser. He sees patients with skin cancers, general medical dermatology concerns, and cosmetic concerns. You can learn more about his work here:   Henry is a board-certified dermatologist and skin-cancer surgeon at Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan. She specializes in high-risk skin cancers, lasers, aesthetics, and general dermatology. You can learn more about her work here:  0:00 Intro 0:44 A higher SPF is always better.  1:30 You can have a “healthy tan.“ 2:30 Getting a base tan will protect you from a sunburn later on. 3:12 You can't get sunburned in the shade. 3:37 You only need sunscreen if you're going outside. 4:14 I’m covered–I applied sunscreen on my face, arms and legs. 4:59 Getting sunburned once is harmless. 6:14 The sun is strongest when it's hottest. 7:18 People with darker skin don't need sunscreen. 8:32 All sunscreen works the same. 10:21 You don't need sunscreen if your makeup has SPF.  11:24 You won't get enough vitamin D if you use sunscreen. MORE DEBUNKED VIDEOS: Dermatologists Debunk 12 Acne Myths | Debunked Doctors Debunk 12 Myths About Gut Health | Debunked OB-GYNs Debunk 13 Menstruation Myths | Debunked ------------------------------------------------------ #Sunscreen #Skincare #ScienceInsider Science Insider tells you all you need to know about science: space, medicine, biotech, physiology, and more. Visit us at: Science Insider on Facebook: Science Insider on Instagram: Business Insider on Twitter: Tech Insider on Twitter: Business Insider/Tech Insider on Amazon Prime: Doctors Debunk 12 Sunscreen And Suncare Myths | Debunked