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Sunscreen Calculator – Calculate How Much SPF to Use

Estimate how much broad-spectrum sunscreen to apply for your face, neck, or body using the standard 2 mg/cm² dose — with practical teaspoon and finger-length guidance.

Select the area you want to protect. We estimate how much broad-spectrum sunscreen to apply using the standard 2 mg/cm² dose, with practical teaspoon and finger-length guidance.

Recommended amount

1.7 g

About 1.7 ml · 0.34 tsp · ~3.1 finger-lengths

Grams

1.7 g

Teaspoons

0.34 tsp

Surface area

835 cm²

  • For face coverage, many dermatologists cite ~1/4 teaspoon or two finger-lengths of product.
  • Apply as the last skincare step in the morning, before makeup.
  • Reapply every 2 hours outdoors, and after swimming or heavy sweating.
  • Most people under-apply — using enough product matters as much as SPF number.