Different SPF types can leave marks on dark or light clothinghere’s how to get rid of the stains.

But, at least in these cases, you know the cause.

Then there are the more mysterious stains that seem to come from some rogue culprit.

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Turns out, that might be yoursunscreen.

However, its the orange, rusty stains that are harder to remove.

where synthetics are more prone to retaining the stain than natural fibers, like cotton.

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Certain sunscreen filters are more prone to causing stains on either dark or light clothes.

These complexes absorb strongly in the yellow and orange wavelengths.

On dark clothes, the culprits usually physical-blockers like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, according to Ko.

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Theyre physical particles and absorb visible light strongly, so they appear white, he says.

One other thing to keep in mind?

The higher the water pressure, the easier it will be to remove.

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Heres your2018 dermatologist guide to sunscreens.

Just be sure to watch out forvitamin A in your SPF.

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A curvy woman applying cleansing balms and smiling to her reflection in the mirror.

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