Tag: UV protection
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BASF and Beyond Suncare Applaud WHO’s Move to List Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen as Essential Medicine
Global Health Milestone: Sunscreen Recognized as Essential Medicine In a landmark decision, the World Health Organization (WHO) has added broad-spectrum sunscreen with high SPF to the Model List of Essential Medicines for the first time in its 24th edition. The move—announced from Monheim am Rhein, Germany, and Madrid, Spain—signals a deepening commitment to prevent skin…
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Show Me Your Skin, I’ll Tell Its Age: Sun, Skin Aging, and Daily Protection
Why skin ages: intrinsic vs extrinsic factors Skin aging is not just about getting older; it results from two intertwined processes. Intrinsic aging is the natural, gradual decline of skin cells and collagen over time. Extrinsic aging is driven by external factors, with sun exposure at the top of the list. In Canada, where seasons…
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Natural Sunscreen: Protecting Skin and the Environment
Understanding the Need for Natural Sunscreen As more individuals become aware of the adverse effects of traditional sunscreens, the search for sustainable sun protection options intensifies. Traditional chemical sunscreens often contain harmful ingredients, such as oxybenzone and octinoxate, which have been shown to contribute to coral bleaching and damage marine ecosystems. This has raised significant…