Sunscreens not as effective as thought

While sunscreen use is strongly recommended, many voice doubt over the efficacy of these products, stressing that they contain hazardous ingredients.

According to a report recently released by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), most of the best-selling sunscreens are "the equivalent of modern-day snake oil," and are more dangerous than effectual.

High-SPF sunscreens, in particular, provide the users with a false sense of security as they have little or no protection against ultraviolet A (UVA) rays, the report stated.

The high content of oxybenzone, also known as vitamin A derivative retinyl palmitate, in these products is also linked to the accelerated growth of skin lesions in animal studies.

"There is no evidence that the active ingredients in sunscreens are dangerous. These are products used by millions of people every day. There is real danger all around us, and one very real danger is skin cancer and skin aging from sun exposure," responded James Spencer, a St. Petersburg dermatologist. "

Source: presstv.ir