How to get a handle on your summer skin problems
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Warm weather can pose unique risks for people who struggle with chronic skin conditions. Here’s how to help protect your skin and still have fun in the sun.
Summer is the season of exposed skin. Out go the sweaters and long pants, and in come the shorts and swimsuits. But the warmer months may spell trouble for your skin.
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