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Sunscreen is skincare’s first line of defence — but small habits undo big benefits. Here are the common mistakes I see (and the quick fixes you actually need): 1. Using too little: Most people apply only 25–50% of the recommended amount. Use a full teaspoon for face + neck (two fingers’ worth) or 1 shot glass (≈30 ml) for the whole body — yes, that much. 2. Skipping re-application: SPF is not all-day. Reapply every 2–3 hours (sooner if sweating or swimming). 3. Thinking higher SPF means no reapply: SPF 100 ≠ “wear once and forget.” Higher SPF helps marginally — reapplication still matters. 4. Only wearing SPF with makeup: Tinted products often don’t provide adequate protection. Layer a broad-spectrum sunscreen under makeup. 5. Ignoring broad-spectrum: You want protection from UVA (aging) and UVB (burning) — always choose broad-spectrum. 6. Missing the spots: Ears, hairline, eyelids, lips, neck, and hands are commonly forgotten — don’t skip them. 7. Using expired or poorly stored sunscreen: Check expiry dates and keep bottles out of extreme heat — potency drops over time. 8. Relying only on sunscreen: Sunscreen is one tool — combine with shade, hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing for full defence. 9. Assuming cloudy = safe: Up to 80% of UV penetrates clouds — wear protection year-round. 10. Thinking sunscreen stops tanning completely: It reduces damage, but it can’t completely block every UV photon — the goal is safe skin, not zero colour. Quick science note: sunscreen filters absorb/reflect UV and prevent DNA damage and photoaging — consistent correct use reduces risk of pigmentation, premature ageing, and skin cancers. Stop these habits, and your SPF becomes a true shield — not a false promise. 🛡️✨

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