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beauty15 days ago•5 min saved

Mature Skin, Modern SPF: Hydrating Formulas with Strong UVA Coverage

Experts say mature skin should treat sunscreen as part of a hydrating skincare routine, choosing SPF 30+ with broad-spectrum coverage and strong UVA protection (PA ratings). Modern formulas are lightweight, hydrating, and layer well, with mineral vs. chemical choices made case by case; fragrance-free and water-resistant options are preferred for daily wear and active days, and tinted or hybrid SPFs can address concerns like dullness and uneven tone.

via graziamagazine.com|

#aging #beauty #mineral-sunscreen

travel15 days ago•15 min saved

Sunscreen with a passport: travelers hunt overseas SPF as a holiday souvenir

Travellers are turning sunscreen into a must‑have souvenir, flocking to foreign pharmacies and beauty shops to buy European and Asian formulas not available in the US. Driven by skincare trends, social media, and the appeal of authentic products, shoppers plan routes through Seoul, Paris, Greece and elsewhere, often bringing back dozens of bottles and treating the haul as memory, ritual, and practical skin protection.

via BBC|

#beauty #cross-border-shopping #skincare

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Sunlight, Not Fear: A New Case for More Sun Exposure

Health writer Rowan Jacobsen argues in his new book that regular, safe sun exposure can promote longevity and mood, challenging the era of sun-avoidance and SPF-only skin protection. He points to studies suggesting sunscreen use hasn’t reduced skin cancer risk and notes concerns about certain chemicals in sun products, while vitamin D supplements offer little benefit for those with adequate sun exposure. The recommended approach is modest daily sun with sunscreen only when needed (no higher than SPF 30), avoiding burns, and seeking sun to support blood pressure and immune function; more sun is advised for darker skin and in darker seasons.

via New York Post|

#health #mood #skin-cancer

health1 month ago•19 min saved

TikTok sunscreen myths grab attention despite overall accuracy

A Washington Post study finds that skepticism about sunscreen is rare on TikTok, but a small number of misinformation videos claim sunscreen is toxic or carcinogenic and that sun exposure isn’t dangerous, and these videos still receive outsized engagement, highlighting the challenge of countering false sun-safety claims even as dermatologists emphasize sunscreen’s protective importance.

via The Washington Post|

#health #misinformation #public-health

health1 month ago•25 min saved

Study flags sun-safety myths flooding TikTok

A PLOS Digital Health study analyzed the 971 most-viewed sunscreen videos on TikTok in Sept 2024 and found widespread sunscreen misinformation—claims that ingredients are toxic or endocrine disruptors—though researchers note no evidence that common sunscreen ingredients are harmful; about 86% of videos promoted sunscreen, 6% critiqued it, and 7% were neutral, while misinformation appears to drive engagement; dermatologists warn that public sun-safety knowledge is weak, with quizzes showing many Americans struggle to protect themselves from sun damage.

via New York Post|

#dermatology #health #misinformation

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Viral TikTok sunscreen myths eclipse accurate info, study finds

A University of Alberta study of nearly 1,000 TikTok sunscreen videos found that while most content promotes sun protection, the most engaging posts spread misinformation—including claims about vitamin D deficiency, cancer, and toxins. Researchers note both chemical and mineral sunscreens are regulated by the FDA, debunk various myths, and urge viewers to be cautious of influencer-driven health claims and to rely on scientific consensus.

via NBC News|

#dermatology #health #misinformation

life-style1 month ago•18 min saved

TikTok, toxic masculinity and tanning culture fuel UK melanoma rise

UK melanoma diagnoses are at record highs, driven by an aging population and cumulative UV exposure, while tanning trends, sunbeds, and online misinformation from wellness influencers push risky sun habits. Experts warn there’s no safe tan, note that traditional masculine norms can deter sunscreen use, and call for stronger online regulation, UV-safety education in schools, campaigns to debunk myths, and policies to curb sunbed use and improve sunscreen affordability as climate change increases sun exposure.

via The Independent|

#life-style #melanoma #skin-cancer

science1 month ago•5 min saved

FDA Approves Groundbreaking Sunscreen Ingredient for Safer UV Protection

The U.S. FDA has approved bemotrizinol (BEMT) as a new sunscreen ingredient—the first new chemical approved for US sunscreens in more than 25 years—providing broad-spectrum UVA/UVB coverage with notable photostability. The FDA considers BEMT generally safe and effective for adults and children over six months, with studies showing minimal skin absorption and no evidence of cancer or adverse reproductive effects; the first BEMT-based sunscreens will be marketed under Parsol Shield in the US, with broader industry adoption following about 18 months.

via ScienceAlert|

#bemotrizinol #fda #parsolshield

health1 month ago•134 min saved

FDA Clears Bemotrizinol: A New UV Filter Brings U.S. Sunscreens Closer to Global Formulations

The FDA has approved bemotrizinol as a safe UV filter, marking the first new sunscreen ingredient cleared in the U.S. in over 25 years. The chemical provides UVA/UVB protection with low skin absorption and has long been used in Europe and other regions. While not automatically making its way onto U.S. shelves, this approval signals a shift toward more modern sunscreen formulations and could pave the way for well-known foreign sunscreens (e.g., Bioré UV, Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun, La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400) to enter the U.S. market in future approvals.

via The Cut|

#bemotrizinol #fda #health

health1 month ago•4 min saved

FDA approves long-delayed sunscreen ingredient, signaling a sun safety upgrade

The FDA approved bemotrizinol — the first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years — after long regulatory delays; it provides broad UVA/UVB protection with less whitening and greater stability, will launch in the US as Parsol Shield by DSM and become available to other manufacturers after an 18-month exclusivity period.

via CBS News|

#bemotrizinol #dsm-nutritional-products #fda

health1 month ago•2 min saved

FDA approves first new sunscreen ingredient in decades, bringing Europe-style protection to the US

The FDA approved bemotrizinol—the first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years—opening the US market to a broad-spectrum option widely used in Europe. DSM Nutritional Products will launch Parsol Shield in the US with an 18‑month exclusivity before other manufacturers can use the ingredient, offering UVA/UVB protection with less whitening.

via statnews.com|

#bemotrizinol #fda #health

health1 month ago•2 min saved

FDA approves bemotrizinol, expanding US sunscreen options

The FDA has added bemotrizinol to its approved sunscreen ingredients—the first new active in over 20 years—a broad-spectrum UV filter already common in Europe and Asia. It is more stable and blocks both UVA and UVB rays with low systemic absorption, a move welcomed by advocates and the Environmental Working Group.

via NBC News|

#bemotrizinol #health #sunscreen

health1 month ago•3 min saved

SPF Demystified: Why Bigger Numbers Aren't a Free Pass

Dermatologists explain that SPF mainly measures UVB protection; higher numbers don’t double protection (SPF 30 blocks ~97% UVB, SPF 50 ~98%, SPF 100 ~99%). Choose broad-spectrum, water-resistant formulas and reapply every two hours (or after swimming/sweating). Combine with shade, hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing for best sun protection.

via PBS|

#health #spf #sun-protection

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Sun-Safety Wake-Up Call From a Billings Skin Cancer Survivor

Billings resident Jeff Walters, treated for skin cancer since 2008, attributes his diagnosis to years of sun exposure while umpiring, underwent Mohs surgery, and now stresses daily sunscreen use and protective clothing to prevent future cancers.

via KTVQ|

#billings #health #mohs-surgery

travel2 months ago•12 min saved

ER Doctor Reveals 2 Essential Safe-Flight Habits

Emergency medicine physician Dr. Anita Patel says there are two plane nonnegotiables: wipe down the tray tables and surrounding wipeable surfaces before you sit, since germs and bacteria can linger on trays for hours or even days, and apply sunscreen before takeoff because UV exposure is stronger at cruising altitude; she also notes the importance of seat belts and other small safety measures, emphasizing practical steps over perfection to protect you and your family while traveling.

via HuffPost|

#aviation-safety #germs #health