Cosmetic Corner

Sunscreens: Survey of the Cutis Editorial Board


 

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In patients who apply sunscreen regularly, do you recommend supplemental vitamin D3?

More than half (53%) of dermatologists recommend supplemental vitamin D3.

Expert Commentary
Provided by Shari R. Lipner, MD, PhD (New York, New York)

Because use of photoprotection results in decreased vitamin D levels in most individuals, it is good practice to recommend vitamin D supplementation in patients who are applying sunscreen regularly (Bogaczewicz et al).
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