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Our Favorite Sunscreens Are on Sale at Ulta Beauty Right Now

Published May 26, 20261 min read

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Summer's here—so are your new go-to SPFs.

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Sunscreen use and the prevention of photoaging: a 4.5-year randomized controlled trial

Annals of Internal Medicine · Jun 2013

A 4.5-year RCT showed daily SPF 15 reduces skin aging by 24% measured objectively. There is no anti-aging serum with this evidence base. Daily SPF is the single highest-leverage intervention.

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Sun protection factor and photoprotection: evidence-based recommendations

Indian Journal of Dermatology · Dec 2022

Daily SPF is the single most evidence-backed anti-aging step. A 4.5-year study found it reduces melanoma risk by 50% and visible photoaging by 24%. Mineral SPF is best for sensitive and acne-prone skin.

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