New reports of toxic sunscreens, or rather ingredients in sunscreens that may not be as safe as once thought, are confusing many of us. The issue? Many commonly included chemical sun filters that have been used for years in sunscreens have now been found to be associated with side effects.
Of particular concern is oxybenzone because it’s been shown to disrupt hormones, precipitate skin sensitivities and cause allergic reactions. Yet you’ll still find it in many different sunscreens, including those that are formulated for children. With the introduction of newer and safer chemical sunscreens such as Mexoryl XL and Mexoryl SX it’s hard to imagine why you’d need to use one that does come with such side effects.
Read labels to ensure that your sunscreen doesn’t contain oxybenzone. Look for Mexoryl XL and Mexoryl SX in our line of Anthelios sunscreens. And if you want to read more about sunscreens and toxicity, check out this article.
Thanks for the info on oxybenzone. I hardly ever read labels and just assume the ingredients are safe. I just blithely trust the FDA and government agencies to do what is best for me and protect me. Surprise! I guess that dream is over. I appreciate sites such as yours for keeping us informed on the latest.
I will look for the Mexoryl XL. Not sure where to get Anthelios products though. I’m a little hesitant to buy things online.
This info just made me look in the cupboard now I’v got to replace both of the ones I had.
Rick
http://bthefit1.co.uk
It’s unfortunate that products claiming to protect us are actually toxic. The trouble is that very few people know what’s actually in their sun screen and how it can affect them. It’s good that someone is helping raise awareness of this issue, thanks for the article link.