Is Your Sunscreen Doing What It Claims?

Written by suNNy on 24 May 2009 – 18:12 -

sunscreen is necessary at the beach 300x200 Is Your Sunscreen Doing What It Claims?The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – which governs most of the companies found on Canadian shelves – is on the verge of passing new rules to give consumers a clearer picture of the sun protection they’re getting.

For the first time, manufacturers will have to disclose the amount of ultraviolet A (UVA) screening provided by their products. UVA rays do not cause sunburns, but they can lead to skin cancer and aging.

Misleading terms like “sunblock,” “waterproof,” “sweat-proof,” and “all-day protection” will no longer be allowed. Ditto sun protection factor (SPF) designations of more than 50.

Instead, the FDA wants warnings for consumers to limit their time in the sun, wear protective clothing, and reapply sunscreen every two hours, and after swimming or perspiring.

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