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The Long, Bright
History of Sun Care

Sunscreen as we know it is a relatively recent invention, but people have been protecting themselves from the sun for thousands of years. Here’s what came before Clair Obscur.

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The Power of the Earth's Minerals

image of Earliest Uses of Zinc Oxide

Earliest Uses of Zinc Oxide

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Hats, Shade, and Innovative Ingredients

image of Victorian Fashions and Hints of Sun Damage

Victorian Fashions and Hints of Sun Damage

image of Tans Get Trendy—and a French Chemist Begins Key Research

Tans Get Trendy—and a French Chemist Begins Key Research

image of WWII Leads to New Sun Habits and Products

WWII Leads to New Sun Habits and Products

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Chemical SPFs and Rising Public Awareness

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Beach Culture Embraces Sunscreen

image of UVA-Blocking Textiles Introduced

UVA-Blocking Textiles Introduced

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Broad Spectrum SPF Goes Mainstream

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The Future of Sun Care Is Here

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