Sunscreen, hamburgers and coleslaw are a few of the essentials for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday. But, which sunscreen provides best coverage? The EWG has released its 2014 guide to sunscreens to help consumers choose the best sun protection. Rub it into the skin better then spray, you will get the entire body!
Now that the summer season is on us, it is time to decide what the best sunscreens are for 2014 with the EWG sunscreen guide that is chock-full of safety information. Not only has the Environmental Working Group analyzed hundreds of sun protection products on the business, but the EWG team has also provided a list of seven “sunscreen don’ts.”
According to the EWG, avoid spray sunscreens. Spray sunscreen could pose a serious risk if inhaled, and the ease of application increases the risk of not using enough or absent a spot.
“Super-high SPFs of 50 or more are not your friend.” The sun protection factor only relates to UVB radiation, says the EWG, not the UVA rays, which accelerate skin aging and are linked to cancer.
Many sunscreens contain oxybenzone. According to the Environmental Working Group, oxybenzone “mimics estrogen” and can “trigger allergic reactions.”
Retinyl palmitate is another ingredient found in sunscreens and the EWG claims research shows it enhances the “development of skin tumors and lesions.” Its a catch 22, you need the block to protect against sun, if you don't what is the alternative? You do need a block.
The Environmental Working Group suggests avoiding sunscreens that include bug repellant. The chemical interactions decrease sun protection and if sunscreen directions are properly followed, reapplying every two hours, then you increase your risk of overexposure to the repellant chemicals. I agree don't mix to many chemicals.
Avoid sunscreen powders and towelettes, and although the EWG has not mentioned the trending “drinkable sunscreen,” chances are it would make the list of sunscreens to stay away from. According to the EWG, “even the FDA’s weak sunscreen rules bar” powders and towelettes.
Lastly, the Environmental Working Group advises to use not tanning oils. Tanning oil provides a minute amount of sun protection.
Savvy consumers and skin care enthusiasts look to protect the body’s largest organ with the best possible sunscreens. Every year the Environmental Working Group examines sunscreens on the market. The watchdog group’s goal is to provide sunscreen consumers with more options. Visit the EWG to view the 2014 Guide to Sunscreens, review the above sunscreen don’ts and read more sun safety tips before you head to the shore this Memorial Day weekend. and some sunblocks I recommend are CōTZ® Face not only feels good – it is healthier for you because it is 100-percent free of chemical sunscreens. Why? Because chemical sunscreens absorb UVA/UVB rays into the skin and transform the rays into heat, which can damage the dermis. Rather, it contains Balanced Mineral Complex™ a proprietary blend of up to eight different sizes of mineral particles that sit invisibly on the skin to protect it from sun damage. This complex acts as thousands of little – yet powerful – mirrors to deflect UVA and UVB rays before they can touch or penetrate the skin. I like the way this product goes on, my skin did not feel clogged on my face.