Recommended Products - The Skin Cancer Foundation
WEBFind products including sunscreen, clothing, umbrellas and window film that meet the Skin Cancer Foundation’s criteria for safe, effective sun protection.
Seal of Recommendation - The Skin Cancer Foundation
WEBRequirements (FDA approved testing): Minimum SPF 30 and substantiation of any water-resistance claims, tested on 10 human subjects. Minimum critical wavelength of 373 nm. Phototoxicity testing on 20 human subjects. HRIPT (also known as RIPT) contact irritancy testing on 20 human subjects.
Sunscreen - The Skin Cancer Foundation
WEBStudies show that regular daily use of SPF 15 sunscreen, when used as directed, can reduce your risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) by about 40 percent, and lower your melanoma risk by 50 percent. Help prevent premature skin aging caused by the sun, including wrinkles, sagging and age spots.
Be Safe in the Sun | Sun and UV Exposure - American Cancer Society
WEBThese videos from the American Cancer Society will show you how to do a skin check, and how to apply sunscreen, and other ways to protect your skin from the sun.
How to Use Sunscreen | Sun Safety | American Cancer Society
WEBAlong with the FDA, the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) continue to include using sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher (along with wearing protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses) to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
The Safest Sunscreens to Buy—and Which Ingredients to Avoid
WEBJul 6, 2022 · A 2022 report from the National Academies of Sciences concluded that while sunscreen is critical for skin cancer prevention, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency must look more closely at...
How to select a sunscreen - American Academy of Dermatology
WEBDo you know that some sunscreens can prevent sunburn, reduce your risk of getting skin cancer, and help prevent early signs of skin aging? This infographic tells you how to choose a sunscreen that does all three.
What Are the Best and Safest Sunscreens? - Scientific American
WEBSep 6, 2023 · What dermatologists say about sun sensitivity, cancer risk and the products they use for sun protection
Sunscreen Safety - The Facts - The Skin Cancer Foundation
WEBJul 2, 2024 · Sunscreen Safety – The Facts. By Julie Bain • July 2, 2024. Misinformation about sunscreen safety has been circulating on social media for years. The most recent claim, that wearing sunscreen is harmful and may even cause skin …
How to Protect Your Skin from UV Rays - American Cancer Society
WEBUse sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to help protect skin that isn’t covered with clothing. It’s also important to avoid tanning beds, booths, sunlamps, and other artificial sources of UV radiation, and to use protective clothing, UV shields, and filters when exposed to …