It's pretty obvious something's gone wrong when you get a sunburn, but did you know a tan means you've damaged your DNA? Dive into the three Ss of summer and learn all about how to protect yourself from the sun.
# Stuff You Should Know - Sunburn Episode Summary
Josh and Chuck dive deep into the science of sunburn and sun damage, breaking down the differences between UVA and UVB rays, debunking common myths about tanning and sun protection, and explaining why that "base tan" everyone swears by is basically useless. They explore the surprisingly recent history of sunscreen development, explain how SPF actually works, and discuss the best ways to protect yourself from the sun—from physical blockers like zinc oxide to UV-protective clothing, with plenty of personal anecdotes about their own sun protection failures thrown in for good measure.
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