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What spf number should you use?

Updated: 12/19/2022
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They recommend about 30 SPF of Higher. But it also depends on how fair skinned you are, and how thin your skin is. The lighter the skin, the higher the number. Also, re-apply it every 2- 3 hours while out in the sun.

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