Did you know that the FDA recently enacted new regulations on sunscreen manufacturers? The goal of these new measures is to aid in the public’s understanding of what exactly they are getting from each sun protection product on the shelf. They also serve to protect consumers from inaccurate labeling, which has long been considered to be highly confusing and often misleading.
Products can no longer claim to be “sunblocks” or claim to provide instant protection. The terms “waterproof” and “sweat proof” are also no longer allowed. Testing must be performed to decide if a product is “water resistant”- if passed, the label must clearly indicate how long the resistance will last; either 40 or 80 minutes. Additionally, products must undergo testing to determine their SPF (sun protection factor) and whether or not they protect against both UVA and UVB radiation. If a product is proven to be SPF 15 or higher as well as able to provide protection against both UVA & UVB light, it is labeled as “broad-spectrum”.
Only “broad-spectrum” products can claim to protect against sunburn, as well as reduce the consumer’s risk of both skin cancer and pre-mature skin aging.
Learn more about your skin health from The Skin Cancer Foundation for Prevention and Self Detection website.
*Source: The American Academy of Dermatology
In Health,
Zeke Samples - IFA, - IDEA
Contributing author for www.FitAphrodite.com
surrealbody@gmail.com
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