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A Severe Sunburn Caused A 16-Year-Old Girl To Develop Protruding Blisters On Her Back

A Severe Sunburn Caused A 16-Year-Old Girl To Develop Protruding Blisters On Her Back

Apparently she was only out in the sun for an hour—and had applied sunscreen.

Why Babies Don’t Have Freckles

Why Babies Don’t Have Freckles

Learn about why babies don’t have freckles, when they develop, and what they mean for your child’s health and well-being.

Why You Shouldn't Give Chemical Sunscreen to Kids

Why You Shouldn't Give Chemical Sunscreen to Kids

It’s time to start reading the label on your sunscreen.

Sunburned Lips: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Methods

Sunburned Lips: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Methods

Sunburned lips can cause pain, blistering, and other uncomfortable side effects. Here’s how to keep your kid’s lips safe during the summer months.

Powder Sunscreen for Kids: Is It Safe?

Powder Sunscreen for Kids: Is It Safe?

Powder sunscreen is non-irritating and easy to use, but safety concerns may outweigh the advantages. Here’s everything you need to know about powder sunscreen.

The Best Baby Sunscreens

The Best Baby Sunscreens

Shield baby's delicate skin from harsh rays with these eight natural sunscreens.

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The Best Sunscreens for Kids

The Best Sunscreens for Kids

Whether your child is at the beach or in the backyard, sunscreen is a must. Look for one with at least SPF 30 that screens out UVA and UVB rays, like these best-scoring sunscreens approved by the Environmental Working Group and dermatologists.

Sun Care 101: The Basics of Sun Safety for Kids

Sun Care 101: The Basics of Sun Safety for Kids

Just one blistering sunburn in childhood can double your little one's lifetime risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Young, sensitive skin is especially vulnerable to damaging rays, so protect your child by being sun-care savvy.

These Are the Worst Sunscreens of 2018 for Babies and Kids, Says EWG

These Are the Worst Sunscreens of 2018 for Babies and Kids, Says EWG

The Ultimate Sun Protection Guide for Pregnancy

The Ultimate Sun Protection Guide for Pregnancy

Is My Child's Mole Suspicious?

Is My Child's Mole Suspicious?

3 Solutions to Kids' Sunscreen Dilemmas

3 Solutions to Kids' Sunscreen Dilemmas

The One Place You’re Forgetting to Apply Sunscreen—But Should, ASAP

If you've been skipping the SPF in this not-so-obvious place, you're not alone.

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Make a Habit of Sun Protection

Make a Habit of Sun Protection

Should Schools Ban Sunscreen?

Should Schools Ban Sunscreen?

Melanoma Risk Tied to Sunburns During Teen Years

Melanoma Risk Tied to Sunburns During Teen Years

Sun Smarts: Protect Your Family From The Sun

Sun Smarts: Protect Your Family From The Sun

Aging, Not Cancer, Motivates Teens to Wear Sunscreen

Aging, Not Cancer, Motivates Teens to Wear Sunscreen

Soak up the Sun--Safely

Soak up the Sun--Safely

Spray Sunscreens Could Be Flammable, FDA Warns

Spray Sunscreens Could Be Flammable, FDA Warns

The Great Coverup

The Great Coverup

Schools' Anti-Sunscreen Policies Anger Parents

Schools' Anti-Sunscreen Policies Anger Parents

New Sunscreen Regulations Delayed Six Months

New Sunscreen Regulations Delayed Six Months

Study: Teens Disregard Warnings About Sun Exposure

Study: Teens Disregard Warnings About Sun Exposure

Task Force: Appeal to Teen Vanity to Reduce UV Ray Exposure

Task Force: Appeal to Teen Vanity to Reduce UV Ray Exposure

New Sunscreen Labels to Clarify Protection

New Sunscreen Labels to Clarify Protection

The 5 Most Common Myths About Sun Safety

The 5 Most Common Myths About Sun Safety

Sun Safety for Kids

Sun Safety for Kids

SPF Smarts

Protecting Kids from Summer Sun Dangers

Protecting Kids from Summer Sun Dangers