sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
ˈsən-ˌskrēn 
1
: a screen to protect against sun
2
: a preparation (such as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by chemically absorbing ultraviolet radiation)
also
: its active ingredient (as benzophenone) compare sunblock
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Twist out more for heavy makeup days, or less for just sunscreen.
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
No one wants to be the person reminding everyone to reapply sunscreen or drink water between tequila shots.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Oct. 2025
For me, that’s my phone charger, lip balm, sunscreen, Apple AirPods, extra contacts, and my wallet.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Featherlight and dewy, this serum-texture sunscreen from Mixsoon delivers serious SPF 50+ protection with a skin-loving boost.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
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Lily Wohlner, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
No one wants to be the person reminding everyone to reapply sunscreen or drink water between tequila shots.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Oct. 2025
For me, that’s my phone charger, lip balm, sunscreen, Apple AirPods, extra contacts, and my wallet.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Featherlight and dewy, this serum-texture sunscreen from Mixsoon delivers serious SPF 50+ protection with a skin-loving boost.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Sunscreen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunscreen. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.
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sunscreen
noun
sun·screen
-ˌskrēn
: a preparation (as a lotion) applied to the skin to prevent sunburn (as by chemically absorbing the sun's rays)
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