Social media users are turning to DIY sunscreen, but experts caution against it


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Despite their popularity, homemade sunscreens are a cause for concern. Photo: AFP

Recently, a TikTok video went viral, showing users how to make their own sunscreen. This trend immediately caught the attention of dermatologists, who were quick to sound the alarm on social networks.

In the video, seen over 20 million times, the person in it is seen mixing coconut oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, beeswax and jojoba oil.

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