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Sun protection is crucial for people with vitiligo, regardless of skin tone. Here are key recommendations:

• Use broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher
• Reapply sunscreen every 20 minutes, more frequently when swimming or sweating
• Wear UV protection factor (UPF) clothing, including tops, bottoms, and hats
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Sun protection is crucial for people with vitiligo, regardless of skin tone. Here are key recommendations:

• Use broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher
• Reapply sunscreen every 20 minutes, more frequently when swimming or sweating
• Wear UV protection factor (UPF) clothing, including tops, bottoms, and hats
• Use tinted sunscreen if you have darker skin to avoid an ashen appearance
• Consider gel formulas instead of creams if you have acne-prone skin Important to note: UV exposure can occur even on cool, cloudy days. The UV index is independent of temperature, so protection is needed whenever the UV index is 3 or above. If you're receiving narrowband UVB treatments, it's especially important to protect your skin from additional UV exposure, as this can affect your treatment effectiveness and increase burn risk.

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