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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Skipping sunscreen and proper skincare definitely didn’t help.
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 7 Mar. 2025
This week the brand, which already offers moisturizers, cleansers, serums, masks and exfoliants, broke into the SPF category with a factor 50 sunscreen for the face and body that features 20 percent zinc oxide.
—Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025
Participants should bring water and wear sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, work gloves and comfortable clothing.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2025
This invisible sunscreen from Supergoop! is a fan-favorite at Amazon, and the SPF 40 protection creates a strong barrier against the sun’s harsh rays.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
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Larry Stansbury, Essence, 7 Mar. 2025
This week the brand, which already offers moisturizers, cleansers, serums, masks and exfoliants, broke into the SPF category with a factor 50 sunscreen for the face and body that features 20 percent zinc oxide.
—Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025
Participants should bring water and wear sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, work gloves and comfortable clothing.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2025
This invisible sunscreen from Supergoop! is a fan-favorite at Amazon, and the SPF 40 protection creates a strong barrier against the sun’s harsh rays.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Sunscreen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunscreen. Accessed 12 Mar. 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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