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If you use both sunscreen and insect repellent, which goes on first?

Sunscreen first, repellent second.

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  1. Repellent first
  2. Sunscreen first ✔
  3. Mix them together

Why: CDC says apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second. Reapply sunscreen at least every 2 hours and after swimming or heavy sweating.

Huh, didn't know that: CDC says to throw away sunscreen after 1 to 2 years.

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Answer: Sunscreen first. CDC says apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second. Reapply sunscreen at least every 2 hours and after swimming or heavy sweating.

  1. CDC Travelers' Health: Sun Exposure wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/sun-exposure
    If you are also using insect repellent, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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