Myths about Sun Safety 4

| June 11, 2012

Myth: Water-resistant means waterproof. You slathered on water-resistant sunscreen before hitting the pool, but after a day of dipping in and out of the water, your back’s as red as the lifeguard’s swim trunks—and you’re ready to drown that useless bottle of lotion. The Truth: Sunscreen isn’t waterproof. “Water-resistant means a dip in the water won’t wash it off right away,” says Cokkinides. “It’ll stay on your skin longer than regular sunscreen, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the whole day.” Each time you take a plunge in the water—and towel off after—water-resistant sunscreen loses its effect. Reapply after swimming, sweating, or towel-drying.

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