Can You Get a Tan While Using Sunscreen?

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Tans are caused by harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun or tanning beds and can increase the risk of skin cancer. If sunscreen is not applied correctly, then a tan may develop which is a sign of sun damage.
It is important to wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. It should be applied at least every 2 hours or more often if swimming or sweating. Sunscreen should be applied 15-30 minutes before going out into the sun. Additionally, you should wear lip balm with an SPF of 30 or higher to protect the lips.
Sunless tanning lotions do not cause cancer. The tan will usually last for about 3-5 days after applying the lotion. It is important that you also use sunscreen too since sunless tanners alone only provide minimal sun protection.
Ask your pharmacist and dermatologist any questions you may have about sunscreen.

[isyrk]

Okay, but you didn't answer the question.

[cloroc]

This did not answer the question in YOUR title

[deepblue]

She said if you got a tan wearing sunscreen you put it on wrong. IDK how else to put it on. ..

[tinypastelmia]

Thank you sm I'm going swimming today I can't be in the sun tho so I guess that was helpfil