We should all know by now that sunscreen is a daily must, whether or not we're basking on the beach. But what is the optimal SPF number we should be reaching for? Does it actually matter or is it just ...

When it comes to choosing the right sunscreen, understanding all the acronyms — SPF, UVA, UVB — and whether there is a magic number can mean the difference between a pleasant sunny day, a painful ...

Despite what you may have heard, people with dark skin need to wear sunscreen, and shaving your hair won’t make it grow back thicker. In Myth Busters, we debunk common beauty misconceptions and set ...

If you’ve perused the sunscreen aisle — and hopefully you have at this point in the summer! — you’ve seen the selection of SPFs available. There’s everything from SPF 15 to SPF 100 and beyond. It can ...

You probably assumed that the SPF number on sun cream means one thing: the higher the number, the more protection you have from the sun. Well, you’re not wrong. But the sun protection factor (SPF) ...

WE all know that the higher the sun protection factor of a sun lotion, the less likely we are to burn. But what do the SPF numbers on bottles of sun lotion actually mean? Ever wondered what the SPF ...

Last year, Coppertone rolled out two easy-to-use sprays with its highest-ever sun protection factor: SPF 70+. Not to be outdone, Neutrogena offered its Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch lotion in SPF 85 strength, ...

Dermatologists say everyone should wear sunscreen, regardless of skin tone. SPF is used to measure how well a sunscreen will protect you. Dermatologists say most people don't wear enough sunscreen ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Sunscreen is the best way to stay safe in the sun. But new testing reveals the SPF number on the label isn't always accurate, some missing the mark by 70 percent. You might be ...

We're currently in the midst of a heatwave, which means you should be carrying your sunscreen around with you everywhere you go almost as religiously as you do your phone. But here's a pop quiz ...