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When do you put sunscreen on before going outside?

About 15 minutes before sun exposure.

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  1. After you feel hot
  2. About 15 minutes before ✔
  3. Only if you already burned

Why: FDA says apply 15 minutes before sun exposure so the sunscreen has time to work. Waiting until you are pink is too late.

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Answer: About 15 minutes before. FDA says apply 15 minutes before sun exposure so the sunscreen has time to work. Waiting until you are pink is too late.

  1. FDA: Sunscreen and Sun Protection www.fda.gov/drugs/understanding-over-counter-medicines/sunscreen-how-help-protect-your-skin-sun
    Apply 15 minutes before sun exposure.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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