Since COVID, anti-science conspiracy theories have proliferated on social media, particularly against sunscreen, which is the most effective prevention against skin cancer. Conspiracy theorists wrongly claim sunscreen causes cancer. Many teenagers are influenced by this misinformation. A survey revealed that while 60% of teenage girls have experienced facial sunburns, only 27% apply sunscreen daily. Teens need encouragement to adopt sunscreen into their routines. Effective products are available, including Indu's Everyday Hero SPF50, which is lightweight and practical. Bubble skincare's Solar Mate Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF30, preferred for its clear, matt finish, is another good option for youth.
Since COVID, anti-science conspiracy theories on social media have increased, especially against sunscreen, which is essential for skin cancer prevention, including melanoma.
Teenage girls report high sunburn rates but only a fraction wear sunscreen daily, highlighting a troubling trend in skin cancer prevention among youth.
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