Being on estrogen and covering up on sunny days?

[Mikka55]

When I got prescribed estrace the pharmacist told me to cover up and protect my skin on sunny days.  I forgot the reasons why is that again?  Can anyone tell me why?

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[KayXo]

Estrogen makes the skin more prone to hyperpigmentation so that you get those dark patches typically experienced by pregnant women, women taking birth control pills or HRT after menopause. I have more freckles now than ever before and I personally love it. Just under my eyes and around the cheekbones. There is a reason they call them 'beauty spots'. 

[Mikka55]

Oh dear... that's why I have been noticing freckles...Is it ok to put sunscreen?

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[Mikka55]

Also should Is it ok to put sunscreen on then then make up?

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[KayXo]

I never put sunscreen on so wouldn't know. I just try to avoid too much sun exposure.

[Denise]

Use a moisturizer with a high SPF.

[Mikka55]

Use a moisturizer with a high SPF.

I should​ start doing that on sunny days.  Thanks.

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[Denise]

Actually you should do that every day.