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How can I tell if the sun is damaging my skin?

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LearnSun protectionHow can I tell if the sun is damaging my skin?

How can I tell if the sun is damaging my skin?

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There are outward signs that indicate sun damage, like freckles and wrinkles; there is also a machine that takes images using ultraviolet light that can reveal underlying damage. Watch dermatologist Cybele Fishman, MD, explain how to spot sun damage.

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