How to Use broad-spectrum in a Sentence
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Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
— Jenna Demmer, Health, 13 Apr. 2024 -
Thankfully, this broad-spectrum SPF 30 body oil is still in stock.
— Jenna Rosenstein, harpersbazaar.com, 20 Apr. 2023 -
Opt for a broad-spectrum sunscreen that’s SPF 30 to 50, Wu advises.
— Angela Haupt, TIME, 30 July 2024 -
Sunscreen that protects against both—called broad-spectrum—is best, ideally with an SPF of at least 30.
— Grace Browne, WIRED, 12 July 2023 -
One way to protect your skin is to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor, or SPF, of at least 30, even on cloudy days.
— Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 21 June 2024 -
Retinol users should also be sure to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day.
— Brigitt Earley, Women's Health, 28 July 2023 -
Spider mites are mites — not insects — and the broad-spectrum pesticide kills all the good insects that would have loved to have eaten the spider mites.
— Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2024 -
Wear a water-resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30.
— Hallie Gould, Health, 25 Nov. 2023 -
Patel also defers to her patients’ preference, as long as the sunscreen is broad-spectrum and has an SPF of at least 30.
— Sam Jones, Scientific American, 6 Sep. 2023 -
Our skin seemed to drink up its formula of hyaluronic acid and ginseng root extract, which was fortified by broad-spectrum SPF 20 for long days in the sun.
— Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 17 May 2023 -
Reach for sunscreens that offer broad-spectrum coverage with an SPF of 30 or higher.
— Alyssa Hui, Health, 29 Feb. 2024 -
What's the difference between full-spectrum, broad-spectrum, and isolate CBD oils?
— Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 20 Oct. 2023 -
Wear sunscreen daily; choose a sunscreen formula with an SPF of at least 30 and labeled broad-spectrum.
— Cindy Kuzma, Health, 31 Mar. 2023 -
This one is ultra-light and so breathable, providing broad-spectrum UPF 50 protection while still letting the breeze flow through to your skin.
— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2024 -
Thou shall use broad-spectrum SPF 30 protection every day.
— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2024 -
Make sure to purchase a broad-spectrum sunscreen or sunblock that has SPF 30 or higher and is water resistant.
— Claire Gillespie, Health, 24 Mar. 2023 -
Everyone — regardless of skin colour — should wear a high-factor, broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect their skin from UV rays.
— Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 July 2024 -
Sure, any broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher will guard against sun damage, but some formulas are more basic than others.
— Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2024 -
Experts say to look for facial sunscreens that are SPF 30 or higher and provide broad-spectrum coverage.
— Alyssa Hui Published, Verywell Health, 6 July 2023 -
Nearly all sunscreens on the market have broad-spectrum protection.
— Tom Price, Popular Mechanics, 26 June 2023 -
Apply and reapply sunscreen throughout the day: Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply every two hours or more, if swimming or sweating.
— Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 5 June 2024 -
The popular facial sunscreen provides broad-spectrum coverage, goes on the skin clear, and works well on different skin types.
— Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2023 -
Practice sun safety: Wear a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 daily.
— Serenity Mirabito, Rn, Health, 19 June 2024 -
This includes wearing broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least 30 SPF, clothing that covers your arms and legs, a piece of fabric that covers the back of your neck, and staying indoors or in the shade during midday hours.
— Heidi Wachter, Treehugger, 26 May 2023 -
This indoor garden features a custom 30-watt LED light panel that mimics the sun, providing ideal levels of broad-spectrum light that most herbs need to thrive.
— Adria Greenhauff, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2023 -
It is recommended that your sunscreen have at least an SPF 30, with water-resistant and broad-spectrum features.
— Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 15 June 2024 -
Isaacs and his team plan to continue their work on developing broad-spectrum vaccines that can ward off Henipaviruses in humans.
— Erin Prater, Fortune Well, 24 June 2023 -
Experts say a double layer of broad-spectrum sunscreen, along with other protection, such as sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat, will shield you from the most harmful effects.
— Lucy Tu, Scientific American, 5 Aug. 2023 -
Not to mention, deciphering between SPF ratings and broad-spectrum labels is also no small feat.
— Tira Urquhart, Essence, 13 Aug. 2024 -
This hybrid sunscreen offers impressive broad-spectrum sun protection (critical for everyone but especially for those who use retinoids in the evening) and nourishes skin with a blend of vitamin E, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid.
— Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Aug. 2024
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