Dermatologists Say 96.8% Back Mineral Sunscreen to Reverse Sun Damage
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Updated · AOL · Aug 12
Dermatologists Say 96.8% Back Mineral Sunscreen to Reverse Sun Damage
3 articles · Updated · AOL · Aug 12
Summary
62 dermatologists at 43 U.S. academic centers overwhelmingly ranked mineral sunscreen as a top anti-aging tool, with 96.8% favoring it for preventing fine lines and wrinkles.
Daily SPF use can improve skin texture, fade sun-related dark spots and support the skin’s own repair by limiting UV-driven free radicals, discoloration and tissue damage, dermatologists said.
A 903-person clinical trial cited by experts found daily sunscreen users had no detectable increase in skin aging after 4.5 years, reinforcing claims that consistent use slows visible damage.
Doctors said the benefits have limits—sunscreen will not undo deep wrinkles or major collagen loss—and depend on everyday use and reapplication, including indoors or in cars because UVA penetrates clouds and glass.