sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
ˈsən-ˌskrēn 
1
: a screen to protect against sun
2
: a preparation (such as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by chemically absorbing ultraviolet radiation)
also
: its active ingredient (as benzophenone) compare sunblock
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Wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30.
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Carrie Madormo, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
Besides, the bathrooms are equipped with more important things, like Comfort Zone sunscreen and Dyson hairdryers.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Methylparaben is used in makeup, moisturizers, shampoos, sunscreens and other products to inhibit mold.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
There’s also a 72 percent discount on a Neutrogena sunscreen, which is especially handy for anyone who has a warm weather getaway planned for the fall or winter.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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Carrie Madormo, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
Besides, the bathrooms are equipped with more important things, like Comfort Zone sunscreen and Dyson hairdryers.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Methylparaben is used in makeup, moisturizers, shampoos, sunscreens and other products to inhibit mold.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
There’s also a 72 percent discount on a Neutrogena sunscreen, which is especially handy for anyone who has a warm weather getaway planned for the fall or winter.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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“Sunscreen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunscreen. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
-ˌskrēn
: a preparation (as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by chemically absorbing the sun's rays)
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