Keywords:
Sunscreen, Para amino benzoic acid (PABA), Sun protection factor (SPF), Skin cancer.
In this study, the researchers wanted to find out how quickly
sunscreen releases trace metals and nutrients into seawater, and how this could affect overall levels of the compounds in coastal waters.
[USA], Aug 14 (ANI): Researchers studied how
sunscreens release different compounds, such as trace metals and inorganic nutrients into Mediterranean seawater, with unknown effects on marine ecology.
Health experts advise everyone, regardless of skin colour, to use
sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30.
This report provides in depth study of "
Sunscreen Cosmetics Market" using SWOT analysis i.e.
BELIEVING YOUR
SUNSCREEN IS WATERPROOF
sunscreen doesn't exist - we talk about water-resistance.
Sunscreen is divided into two broad categories: physical and chemical.
For example, the guide includes advice on making regular use of
sunscreen a part of sun safety behavior.
Whether you choose a physical or chemical
sunscreen, your choice should have broad spectrum protection, meaning it protects against both UVA and UVB radiation.
In the study, 24 healthy adults were randomized to one of four commercially available
sunscreens (two sprays, one lotion, or one cream formulation); 2 mg of
sunscreen per 1 [cm.sup.2] was applied to 75% of their body surface four times a day for 4 days (described as "maximal use conditions consistent with current
sunscreen labeling"), and 30 blood samples were collected over 7 days.