Do you need to avoid any sunscreen ingredients during pregnancy? At this time, the American Academy of Dermatology does not have official recommendations for sunscreen for those who are pregnant. If you’re concerned or have questions about any ingredient in your sunscreen—or any skincare product...
Some sunscreens contain nanoparticles. Their safety is a controversial topic. The natural nanoparticles in an English ivy secretion might act as a safe sunscreen.
myself included, would agree that further testing of sunscreen filters is absolutely necessary to determine effects of these ingredients on human health and the environment. I also believe that there is little argument regarding the ability of skin to absorb skincare ingredients, including those ...
Mineral options typically include ingredients like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which create a physical barrier to protect the skin from the sun. Dermatologists agree that when used correctly, mineral formulations can be effective and are safe even for children and sensitive skin. They work by ...
Where chemical sunscreens work by using UV absorbing chemicals, ours uses natural ingredients and extracts to create a physical shield reflecting the suns UV rays. We also avoid the use of other synthetic additives or preservatives such as titanium dioxide, synthetic fragrances, chemical preservatives,...
two things: overpriced takeout or a bowl of cereal. And while both *can* satisfy a hungry belly, ultimate satisfaction comes from aprotein-packed plate. Fortunately, crafting inexpensive high-protein meals doesn’t require a chef’s hat. Everyday ingredients and simple techniques fit the bill....
Photostability, the second key sunscreen criteria after actual UVA/UVB protection, is a measurement of how long a specific sunscreen will protect. This is a key component to sunscreen comparisons due to the fact that many UV protective ingredients absorb rather than reflect UV rays. As rays are...
The sunscreen used was an SPF 50+ product with various ingredients. Instrumental measurements were taken at baseline and 7th day visits to quantify skin melanin and erythema values. 54.9 % of participants had a history of photosensitivity, skin redness after sun exposure (38.0 %), skin protection...
We are total suckers for baby skin-care products in attractive, simple packaging, with promising organic ingredients. Check all those boxes and we’ll often overpay for your natural, soothing oils. But we don’t necessarily have to, especially since we’ve just discovered that Costco is ...
Between SPF, broad-spectrum and active ingredients, there’s so much to keep track of when looking for sunscreen. We went hands-on with 12 sunscreens from brands like Sun Bum, Coppertone and more and put them through a battery of tests to find the best.