Does expired sunscreen still work?


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Sunscreen with no expiration date usually remains effective up to three years after it is manufactured. — TNS

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to check the expiration date on your sunscreen.

Too much sun can be dangerous as exposure to UV (ultraviolet) radiation from the sun damages your skin.

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