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
Examples of sunscreen in a Sentence
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Add it to a beach bag with a towel and bottle of sunscreen for the most adorable bachelorette party favor.
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Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
What’s more, a lot of primers that double as sunscreen don’t actually contain enough SPF to adequately protect you from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2024
The drop-in side thigh pockets fit my phone and a small tube of sunscreen for easy access.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
Frequently Asked Questions What makes sunscreen glowy?
—Kathleen Suico, Allure, 13 Apr. 2024
What Types of Sunglasses Are Best for Kids? Kids' sunglasses (just like kids' sunscreen) should protect against both UVA and UVB rays, according to the AAO.
—Staff Author, Parents, 13 Apr. 2024
Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand, Rhode, will host a photo booth for guests, while Supergoop! will be handing out sunscreen.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
The best cleansing oil comes in handy when a traditional face wash isn’t enough to get everything off—think a tinted gel cream base, multiple rounds of sunscreen, a swipe (or several) of your favorite blush.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
This 18-liter one by REI Co-op has held up to years of wear and tear — it’s seen the wet bottoms of kayaks, multiple major sunscreen and bug spray spills, and too many trails to count.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2024
Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024
What’s more, a lot of primers that double as sunscreen don’t actually contain enough SPF to adequately protect you from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 17 Apr. 2024
The drop-in side thigh pockets fit my phone and a small tube of sunscreen for easy access.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024
Frequently Asked Questions What makes sunscreen glowy?
—Kathleen Suico, Allure, 13 Apr. 2024
What Types of Sunglasses Are Best for Kids? Kids' sunglasses (just like kids' sunscreen) should protect against both UVA and UVB rays, according to the AAO.
—Staff Author, Parents, 13 Apr. 2024
Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand, Rhode, will host a photo booth for guests, while Supergoop! will be handing out sunscreen.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
The best cleansing oil comes in handy when a traditional face wash isn’t enough to get everything off—think a tinted gel cream base, multiple rounds of sunscreen, a swipe (or several) of your favorite blush.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
This 18-liter one by REI Co-op has held up to years of wear and tear — it’s seen the wet bottoms of kayaks, multiple major sunscreen and bug spray spills, and too many trails to count.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2024
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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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