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‘Very’ Water-resistant Sunscreens

Water-resistance is a key parameter for today’s sunscreens, and there are a number of formulation strategies that can be used alone or in combination to achieve this effect, including: anhydrous formulation, w/o emulsions, film-forming polymers, dissolution of water-insoluble substances with alcohol, low levels of emulsifiers, and entrapping filters in liposomes. These are detailed here.

Sunscreen Across the Spectrum?

Newer to the scene are products that protect skin against infrared radiation, as well as research on the effects of high energy visible and visible light. In response, at the C&T Summit, Jürgen Lademann, PhD, will present "Should Sunscreens Protect Across the Whole Solar Spectrum?"

Sunscreens: A Closer Look

Differences of opinion pervade the sun care industry—from how to measure UVA/UVB protection, to educating consumers on proper use of sun protection products. Several debates are raging (see Global Sun Care Debates). To serve the spirit of harmonization in our industry and to better define this expanding market, C&T magazine takes a closer look this month at differences of opinion on the definition of the term sunscreen.

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Cosmetics and Food Converge: Sustainable Cosmetics Summit 2016

This year's summit will take place in New York on May 12-14.

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BASF Updates Sunscreen Simulator

New features include dynamic calculations and side-by-side comparisons of multiple formulations; additionally, the solution is now responsive to all screen sizes, be they smart phones, tablets or desktop computers.

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Unexpected Paths to Sunscreens

Teleportation was once science fiction. Today's it's somewhat of a reality, if you consider how Facebook Live, Facetime, Skype, etc., transport our likenesses through time and space. I sense this indirect path may be the future to sunscreens.

Preservation of Sunscreen Products

Sunscreen products, even those formulated as anhydrous or powder formulations, may need preservative systems because of the high risk of microbial contamination or water intrusion, especially during consumer use around water.

Sunscreen Formulation and Testing

The author reviews SPF testing methods and sunscreen components (actives, active solvents, water-resistance agents and emulsifiers) that assist the formulator in the art and science of sunscreen formulation.

Lawsuit Filed Against Sunscreen Manufacturers

A consumer lawsuit filed March 30, 2006, accuses sunscreen makers of exposing millions of people to cancer and other dangers.

The hybrid sunscreen is formulated with sodium hyaluronate, panthenol and allantoin. It is said to be dermatologist-approved and specifically designed to complement acne treatments.

Apostrophe Launches Acne-friendly Sunscreen

The hybrid sunscreen is formulated with sodium hyaluronate, panthenol and allantoin. It is said to be dermatologist-approved and specifically designed to complement acne treatments.

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Patent Pick: Aerogels Advance Sunscreens

While white, zinc oxide-nosed lifeguards in the movies made some young hearts skip a beat, today's consumers don't go for that look. L’Oréal's new aerogel particle composition may solve this pasty dilemma.

Research Pathways to Photostable Sunscreens

This article provides a visual depiction of pathways that UV filters undergo when exposed to solar radiation; such pathways often lead to photo-instability. A fluorescence technique is described that has led the author to identify compounds that preserve photostability in a novel manner— by quenching the UV filter’s singlet excited state.

Research Pathways to Photostable Sunscreens

This article provides a visual depiction of pathways that UV filters undergo when exposed to solar radiation; such pathways often lead to photo-instability. A fluorescence technique is described that has led the author to identify compounds that preserve photostability in a novel manner— by quenching the UV filter’s singlet excited state.

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Appear Younger with Cream Sunscreen

With Crème Mineral Beauty Balm SPF 50 by MD, the user can protect their skin from the sun with a water-resistant formula. The product can protect the skin from photo aging and skin cancer while reducing discolorations.

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Latin Americans Need Better Sunscreens

Consumers need extra photoprotection in Latin America. Why? Marcelo de Paula Corrêa explains.

Sunscreen Stabilizer for Improved SPF

The photostabilizer quenches the singlet excited states to slow down photodegradation.

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Sunscreen Saga Continues, Thanks to EWG

The FDA and PCPC came to the industry's defense this week, when the Environmental Working Group called out sunscreen makers for adding anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ingredients to products, to allegedly "mask" signs of sunburn and falsify SPF ratings.

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CBD Infused Sunscreen Benefits Ocean Life

Black Pearl CBD Reef Friendly Sunscreen is designed for the ecological minded lifestyle and provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection.

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