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The degree to which a sunscreen protects the skin from the direct rays of the sun.

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  • They may have also heard the term SPF, sun protection factor.
  • Containing vitamins A, C and E, Dermacia products are water-resistant, translucent and contain SPF 15.?
  • The court found that the graph was not unambiguous — the meaning of SPF is contested and needs further development.
  • It's also a common misconception that the number associated with SPF translates into how long you can stay out in the sun.
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