Sunscreen vs. sunblock: What’s the difference, and which should you use?

(NEXSTAR) — Summer is officially upon us (the summer solstice fell on Thursday), and many of us have already been feeling the heat.

If you’re among those who have been trapped in the heat dome, or just spending time in the sun recently, you may have found yourself at a beach, splash pad, park, or other outdoor space. Wherever you’ve been, you may have also found yourself applying a sun protectant.

When it comes to picking a bottle or can of a sun protection product, you’ll have to make a choice: sunscreen or sunblock.