Safe Sunscreen

Safe Sunscreen

Safe Sunscreen

Could Sunscreens Increase Melanoma Risk?

It may seem like second nature to you to apply sunscreen before going out in the sun, as the media has been bombarding Americans with reports of the dangers of the sun for some time now, but using it is not a good way to limit your sun exposure.

   Worldwide, the greatest rise in melanoma has been experienced in countries where chemical sunscreens have been heavily promoted. The rise in melanoma has been exceptionally high in Queensland, Australia  where the medical establishment has vigorously promoted the use of sunscreens. Queensland now has more incidences of melanoma per capita than any other place on Earth. (Garland, Cedric F., et al. Could sunscreens increase melanoma risk? American Journal of Public Health, Vol. 82, No. 4, April 1992, pp. 614-15).

  There is another major problem with sunscreen aside from the potential chemical toxicity and that is it blocks your skin's ability to make vitamin D by more than 95 percent. Rather than burying your skin in sunscreen, it is clearly important to get regular sun exposure in order to have optimum health.

   Millions of gallons of sunscreen is consumed each year. After application, it doesn't mysteriously vanish - it winds up either soaking into our bodies and accumulating there or is excreted (into the environment) or washed off; again - into the environment.

  By using sunscreen, are we swapping the risk of one type of cancer for more serious kinds, plus other health and environmental problems?

  Some people just aren't meant to spend lengthy periods in the sun - and light skinned Caucasians are a group most at risk. People with lighter features are 20 times more likely to develop melanoma than African Americans.    Perhaps it's just another case of us needing to work with the environment instead of trying to beat it all the time.

Viktoria Kokorina

Thinksport Safe Sunscreen Spf 30+, 3-Ounce
Thinksport Safe Sunscreen Spf 30+, 3-Ounce
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At thinkbaby and thinksport, we are continually expanding our mission to provide safe products by identifying consumer product categories with known human health issues. specifically, we target products that contain high levels of hormone disruptors and carcinogens. we then work with leading scientists worldwide to create safe alternatives. through our research and testing we found the majority of sunscreens currently on the market are full of questionable ingredients and known carcinogens. not only are ingredients in sunscreen able to interact with skin, but data shows that 26 seconds after application of lotions, the same chemicals can be detected in the bloodstream. this enables sunscreens to cause reproductive harm, and also risk of a myriad of disorders including cancer. most folks utilize sunscreen to reduce the chance of getting cancer. why would you then apply something that could actually increase this risk? product information• patent pending – free of endocrine disrupting chemicals• broad spectrum uva and uvb protection• very stable under sunlight• not chemical based • no nano particles• free of hormone disrupting chemicals• rated at the highest level of water resistance • paraben free and paba free• high zinc content – no titanium dioxide• immuno-enhancing properties to ward off free radicals caused by sunlight• sunscreen produced in the usa • top rated sunscreen by the environmental working group's skin deep database of 1700 sunscreens and signer of the safe cosmetics compact -

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  • Broad Spectrum UVA and UVB Protection SPF 30+ (Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 25%)
  • Patented Free of Endocrine Disruption -Chemical free mineral based sunscreen - Free of Nano particles - Free of PABA and Parabens
  • Rated at the highest level of water resistance and very stable under sunlight
  • Immuno-enhancing properties to reduce free radicals caused by sunlight
  • Top rated sunscreen in Skin Deep database by the Environmental Working Group
Fallene Cotz SPF 58 Water Resistant UVB/UVA Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin, 2.5-Ounce Tube
Fallene Cotz SPF 58 Water Resistant UVB/UVA Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin, 2.5-Ounce Tube
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Fallene Cotz SPF 58 Water Resistant UVB/UVA Sunscreen is extra gentle, and dermatologist recommended for sensitive skin. No chemical sunscreen filters. Dries clear and PABA free. Contains only Titanium and Zinc, and has UVB/UVA protection. Water resistant and fragrance free.UVB is the cause of early skin redness experienced during initial sun exposure. UVA (320nm-400nm) is responsible for deeper skin damage, and many of the long term destructive changes that are harmful to the skin. Unfortunately there is no official rating system, to date, that measure's a products' UVA protection.UVA radiation, unlike UVB, is consistently the same all day long, all month long and all year long. UVA rays present almost the saM.D.amaging effects to the skin in December at 9am, as they do in July at 4 p.m. UVA radiation is consistently damaging, and in fact, enters deeper into the skin than UVB. Since UVA damage is cumulative and penetrates through glass, everyone requires daily, year round protection. Made in USA.

Fallene Cotz SPF 58 is a mineral-based sunscreen that utilizes ultra-micronized titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and iron oxide for effective protection from the sun's harmful rays. Cotz is dye-, oil-, PABA- and fragrance-free, offering full-spectrum protection without any "chemical sunscreen" ingredients. This product is ideal for light-sensitive and pediatric uses, but it is also an excellent sunscreen choice for just about anyone with sensitive skin. In addition, this sunscreen offers significant water-resistant properties, which makes it an ideal choice for active people and outdoor activities. Cotz SPF 58 will leave your skin soft, smooth, and, most importantly, protected from harmful UVA and UVB rays. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: 20px; } table.callout { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif; margin: 10px; width: 250; } td.callout { height: 100 percent; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding: 10px; width: 250px; } ul.callout { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -12px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5em; } h5.callout { text-align: center; } The Cotz SPF 58 sunscreen offers: Full-spectrum sun protection. Combined multiple particle sizes of titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and iron oxide. Special formula that is perfect for photo-sensitive individuals. Fallene Cotz SPF 58 sunscreen combines multiple particle sizes of titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and iron oxide to offer excellent full-spectrum protection. The Full-Spectrum Sun Protection Fallene, Ltd. produces the most complete full spectrum sun protection available. Cotz SPF 58, Lipcotz SPF 45, Clear SPF 65, and Tinted SPF 60, all combine multiple particle sizes of micronized titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and iron oxide to form a complete barrier from the light spectrum, including UVA/UVB. The Cotz SPF 58, as well as the other Fallene products, are specially designed for photo-sensitive individuals, but are perfect for anyone concerned about maintaining healthy skin and promoting the integrity of their immune system. The Dangers of UVB Wavelengths SPF rating does not adequately measure protection from all the damaging radiation effects of light. SPF is only a determination of protection from one specific wavelength of ultraviolet radiation, the UVB (290nm - 320nm). Unfortunately, there is no currently approved standard to rate the quality of a sunscreen's UVA protective capabilities. UVA (320nm - 400nm) is the deeper penetrating wavelength that is more often associated with skin changes, such as wrinkling, pigmentation, and long term damage. The SPF rating system does not accurately or completely define a sunscreen's protective capabilities from harmful ultraviolet radiation, except the UVB wavelength. UVB creates a red, painful irritation first experienced during early sun exposure, but UVB is not the only ultraviolet wavelength damaging to the skin. In fact, UVB has only a minimal effect upon the deeper depth of skin. UVB and UVA radiation are both recognized as causing skin cancer, and SPF 30 protection is just not enough. Direct Physical Photoblockers Benefits Most of the physical photoblockers are naturally occurring metal compounds (iron, chromium, zinc, titanium, etc), although some, such as bismuth, are man-made. In addition to their photo-protective attributes, these substances also assist in preventing windburns and skin damage from wind-driven micro-particles, such as dirt and grime. These physical blockers also offer a substantial defense against infrared rays in two ways. Winter, spring, summer or fall -- no matter what the season, Lipcotz SPF 45 protects your skin from harmful rays. Minimize wrinkling, skin-damage, and photo-aging with Fallene sun-protection products. First, particles that are large enough to be seen, i.e. the reflect visible light, will also reflect and refract infrared waves that are the most harmful to the skin (760nm - 1,800nm). Second, regardless of particle size, these metal-based materials act as a "heat sink" and thereby reduce the heat effect on the skin. Titanium Dioxide: Absorbs Light and Protects Skin This white-pigment powder is widely used in cosmetics. Products containing large-particle titanium have a greater opacity, which means they have greater lightening or whitening qualities. Opaque titanium dioxide is highly reflective and strongly scatters all UV and visible rays. It also reflects much of the skin-damaging infrared waves, keeping skin cooler and reducing "heat" damage that causes unwanted photo-aging. To photo-stabilize titanium dioxide it must be micro-coated with a protectant, such as silicone or aluminum oxide. Since titanium dioxide spreads poorly on the skin, another way to inhibit its breakdown is to incorporate titanium dioxide with other blockers. To achieve cosmetic elegance and usefulness, microcoating the titanium dioxide assures a good, even application to the skin. A downside of large-particle titanium dioxide products is that they produce a white, opaque appearance on the skin when applied. However, submicronizing the titanium dioxide powder, as Fallene does, creates small particles that absorb visible light and protect the skin, but they're still invisible on the skin, so you're not covered in embarrassing white salve. Transparent (sub-micronized) titanium dioxide works by absorbing, reflecting and scattering UVB and some UVA rays. However, protection against UV, visible and infrared is significantly limited when submicronized titanium dioxide is the primary protectant. Zinc Oxide: Extends Photo-Protection Zinc Oxide has been known and used topically for centuries as a skin protectant and wound-healing adjuvant and is also recognized as a mild antimicrobial agent. More than 50 years ago, zinc oxide was indicated as a block for ultraviolet light (UVB/UVA). It also reflects infrared from the skin, as does titanium dioxide. However, its ability to protect in the long UVA range (300nn - 400nm) is much higher than titanium dioxide. Zinc oxide absorbs, rather than scatters, most UVA, while titanium dioxide primarily scatters these wavelengths. Thus, formulated in combination with titanium dioxide, ultra-fine zinc oxide "closes the window" in the UVA range. Zinc oxide works to both complement titanium dioxide's protection and extend photo-protection to the skin where titanium dioxide is insufficient. The optimal particle size range for ultraviolet blocking zinc oxide (without blocking visible wavelengths) is approximately 80 to 150 nanometers (1,000 nanometers = 1 micron). Iron Oxides: Adds Color and Complements Primary UV Blocking Agents Iron oxide is used in a wide array of cosmetics to provide cover-up color. Cosmetic iron oxides are manufactured to a high purity, desired color and particle size. Iron oxide pigments for cosmetic use are micronized powders. They are available in a number of shades and tones of red, yellow, black and brown. These cosmetic pigments, if incorporated at adequate concentration and properly dispersed, not only add color, but they also provide significant skin protection from multiple wavelengths of light. Ultra-submicronized iron oxides protect against visible light waves, but also add a little color to the finished product. This allows for the addition of higher levels of infrared protecting iron oxides, while retaining the cosmetic elegance and shade of the final preparation. Submicronized iron oxides block ultraviolet rays, which is a great complement to the primary UV blocking agents. What's in the Box Fallene Cotz SPF 58 water-resistant sunscreen tube (2.5-ounces).

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  • One 2.5-ounce tube of SPF58 sunscreen
  • Contains only titanium and zinc
  • Extra gentle; dermatologist recommended for sensitive skin
  • Water-resistant and fragrance-free
  • Made in the United States
Safe Sea Sunscreen with Jellyfish Sting Protection Lotion and with SPF 30, 4 oz SPF 30
Safe Sea Sunscreen with Jellyfish Sting Protection Lotion and with SPF 30, 4 oz SPF 30
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This Jelly Fish Protection and Sun Screen is fantastic for keeping you happy and safe. Features of this wonderful product include: The world´s only sunscreen gel that was scientifically developed to help protect against the stinging of most jellyfish*, Sea Nettle, Sea Lice and Coral Scientists determined that a specific combination of glycosaminoglycans, magnesium and potassium chloride that naturally coat the Clown Fish helped neutralize the stinging mechanism of most jelly fish and other similar sea creatures Patented formula is in a bottle and ready to be packed for your next day at the beach. Formulation includes sunscreen SPF 30 Safe Sea is fragrance and PABA free UVA & UVB protection and Waterproof Adults and children six months of age and older Reapply this product every 2 hours for maximum protection against the hazards of both jelly fish and the sun! The sunscreen in this product can damage a wetsuit Tested against Sea Nettle (Chrysaora), Atlantic Box Jellyfish (Chiropsalmus) and Rhopilema AUTHORIZED DEALER, FULL WARRANTY!!! Get DOUBLE protection from the Sun and Jelly Fish. Ingredients: Active (SPF): Octinoxate, Octisalate, Oxybenzone, Titanium Dioxide. Inactive (non-SPF): Deionized Water, Cyclomethicone, Mineral Oil, Cetyl Dimethicone, Laurylmethicone Copolyol, Titanium Dioxide, Stearyl Dimethicone, Ceresine, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Plankton Extract, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Lanthanum Chloride, Formaldehyde, DMDH Hydantoin, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Calcium Chloride, Butylen Glycol, Calcium Disodium EDTA, Glycolprotein, Glycosaminoglycans, Fragrance. Warnings: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if skin irritation or rash develops. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. This product should not be considered a recommendation to go into water infested with jellyfish

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  • Jelly Fish Protection and Sun Screen is fantastic for keeping you happy and safe.
  • Patented formula is in a bottle and ready to be packed for your next day at the beach
  • Adults and children six months of age and older
  • UVA & UVB protection and Waterproof
Loving Naturals SPF 30 Sunscreen Zinc Oxide 5 Oz. UVA/UVB Vegan
Loving Naturals SPF 30 Sunscreen Zinc Oxide 5 Oz. UVA/UVB Vegan
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Ingredients: Non-Nano Particle Zinc Oxide (24.8%), Grape Seed Oil, Organic Sunflower Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides (derived from Coconut Oil), Soy Wax (Non-GMO), Organic Olive Oil, Organic Plum Kernel Oil, Organic Sesame Oil, Candelilla Wax, Organic Hemp Seed Oil, Organic Macadamia Nut Oil, Organic Cocoa (Fair Trade), Organic Green Tea, Vitamin E Oil Natural skin care products are very important, specifically sunscreen because of how often it needs to be applied and the concern that chemicals can be absorbed into the skin. You will find that many of the so called "natural products" don't seem so natural after reading a long list of ingredients that are hard to pronounce or that you may have never heard of. For this reason we have started our company, Loving Naturals, created out of the desire to use the most safe and natural products on our children and yours. You can be assured, we will earnestly research every ingredient we use, use the most natural ingredients that are available and always disclose every single ingredient. This is our promise to you! Please visit our website for more details on the ingredients we use.

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  • 100% Natural Ingredients
  • Blocks Both UVA and UVB Rays
  • SPF 30, 5 OZ Bottle
  • Water Resistant and Non-Greasy
  • Certified Organic, Cruelty Free and Vegan
Badger SPF 30 Sunscreen For Face & Body 2.9 oz (82 g)
Badger SPF 30 Sunscreen For Face & Body 2.9 oz (82 g)
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Broad Spectrum UVA-UVB Protection ~ SPF 30Natural & Water ResistantN

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  • SPF 30
  • Certified Organic
  • Natural, Non Toxic
  • Blocks Both UVA and UVB Rays
  • Water Resistant
KINeSYS  Sunscreen, SPF 30, Spray, Fragrance Free, 4-Ounce Bottles
KINeSYS Sunscreen, SPF 30, Spray, Fragrance Free, 4-Ounce Bottles
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With Parsol 1789. Oil-free, Alcohol-free. Water and sweat resistant. PABA-free; Preservative-free. Broad Spectrum UVA / UVB Protection. Hypoallergenic; Non-comedogenic. Not tested on animals. Product of Canada.

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  • Oil Free, Alcohol Free, Paba Free & Preservative Free
  • Hypoallergenic & Non-comedogenic (won't block pores)
  • Water & Sweat resistant
  • Recyclable, ergonomically designed bottle
  • Great for sensitive skin
Vanicream Sunscreen, Sensitive Skin, Spf 60, 4-ounce
Vanicream Sunscreen, Sensitive Skin, Spf 60, 4-ounce
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VanicreamTM Sunscreen SPF 60 is a broad spectrum sunscreen that protect your skin throughout the UVA spectrum and provide more protection than your natural sunburn protection (UVB). While all sunscreens protect your skin from the sun's burning UVB rays, the SPF 60 sunscreen contain zinc oxide, an ingredient that offers additional protection from the UVA rays which may contribute to skin damage and premature aging of the skin. Antioxidants in the formulas help prevent damage to the skin by neutralizing free radicals produced when skin is exposed to the sun.

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  • Contains Zinc Oxide, offers protection from UVA as well as UVB
  • Contains Antioxidants to help prevent skin damage
  • Have fun in the sun and stay protected!
KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen, SPF 30, Spray, Mango Scent, 4-Ounce Bottles
KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen, SPF 30, Spray, Mango Scent, 4-Ounce Bottles
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With Parsol 1789. Oil-free. Alcohol-free. Water and sweat resistant. PABA-free; Preservative-free. Broad Spectrum UVA / UVB Protection. Hypoallergenic; Non-comedogenic. Not tested on animals. Product of Canada.

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  • Oil Free, Alcohol Free, Paba Free & Preservative Free
  • Hypoallergenic & Non-comedogenic (won't block pores)
  • Water & Sweat resistant
  • Recyclable, ergonomically designed bottle
  • 700+ sprays per bottle
Soleo Organics Sunscreen, 2.8-Ounce Boxes
Soleo Organics Sunscreen, 2.8-Ounce Boxes
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Soleo Organics sunscreen gives health conscious consumers a healthy, trusted alternative to common synthetic sunscreens. Formulated for all skin types, Soleo is ideal for sensitive skin and suitable for the entire family-children of all ages and adults.

Features

  • Completely Natural and Organic Ingredients
  • No Chemical UV absorbers
  • No Synthetic Preservatives
  • Ideal for Sensitive skin, highly water resistant
  • Biodegradable
California Baby SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion
California Baby SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion
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California Baby SPF 30+, is fragrance free and specially formulated for those who have sensitive skin or fragrance allergies. This non-chemical, uva-uvb broad spectrum, water resistant sunscreen is perfect for babies´ sensitive skin. Contains no chemicals, and no scent making agents.

Features

  • Provides chemical-free broad-spectrum sun protection
  • Free of any fragrance or masking agent
  • Soothing essential oils calm the skin
  • Smooth, creamy, easy to use lotion
  • Clinically tested to stay effective even after 80 minutes in the water
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