Tag: oxybenzone

  • The Science Behind Sunscreen: How It Works and What to Look for When Buying Sunblock

    The Science Behind Sunscreen: How It Works and What to Look for When Buying Sunblock

    Ever since the independent laboratory Valisure found dangerous benzene concentrations in 78 popular sunscreens in the spring of last year, many people have been confused about what products to use. Protection against ultraviolet radiation is essential. This is particularly true in the summer when the sun’s rays are powerful. However, it’s also vital during the…

  • Sunscreen Protection: How SPF Has Changed Till Now

    Sunscreen Protection: How SPF Has Changed Till Now

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]As a child enjoying family holidays by the coast, I remember the most hated moment of any day spent on the beach.…

  • Does Your Sunscreen Contain These 6 Toxic Ingredients?

    Does Your Sunscreen Contain These 6 Toxic Ingredients?

    Sun protection is important, which is why it is imperative that we adopt regular use of sunscreen in our lives. However, with Hawaii banning oxybenzone this past year, one has to wonder which other toxic chemicals may be lingering in our sunscreens. While it is advisable to use sunscreen, a lot of these products contain…

  • Why You Should Care About Oxybenzone In Your Sunscreen

    Why You Should Care About Oxybenzone In Your Sunscreen

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]While your chosen sunscreen brand probably does a fairly good job at protecting your skin from the harmful effects of the sun,…