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Using spray sunscreen? Avoid this 1 mistake

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If you hate using a thick, goopy sunscreen, then you're in luck. There's now a plethora of non-lotion SPF products including sprays, sticks and powders. But while it may be tempting to leave the sunscreen lotions behind for good, experts say you should take care to make sure you're using these newer formulas correctly. Read on for their tips.

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What's Memorial Day weekend without a burger? These black bean burgers are so hearty and satisfying you'll forget they're meat-free.

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5 things a dermatologist wants you to know about non-lotion sunscreens

If you're set on using a non-lotion sunscreen this holiday weekend, dermatologist Dr. Nada Elbuluk has these recommendations to stay safe in the sun:

Don't forget to rub in spray sunscreen. After you spray the product onto your skin, you need to rub it in just like you would with a lotion, the experts emphasize. And consider using a different sunscreen on windy days when the product might blow away before getting to your skin.
You'll need to use more than you think. It's really challenging to use enough sunscreen. For sticks, the AAD recommends making four full passes over your skin. Keep in mind that spray sunscreens typically hold enough for six full-body uses, Elbuluk says. So if it's taking you longer than that to go through a bottle, you're probably not using enough.
Hold the spray nozzle close to your skin. Holding the nozzle closer to your skin ensures that most of the product actually ends up on you — not in the air. To make sure you're using enough, "A good rule of thumb is to spray until your skin glistens," the AAD says.
Try not to inhale spray sunscreen. Spray sunscreens contain ingredients that aren't meant to be inhaled and can be irritants, so use them with caution, Elbuluk says. Don't spray them directly into your face — spray into your hands first, she adds. Be mindful of those around you when spraying. "Anyone with underlying lung issues should not be using sprays at all," Elbuluk says.
Save powders for reapplication. People who wear makeup may find it easier to reapply sunscreen over their products if it's a powder. But they should still use a classic lotion sunscreen as their first SPF, Elbuluk recommends. Meanwhile, Fu and Lu recommend most people steer clear of powder sunscreens altogether because it's so hard to use enough of them.