Posts Tagged ‘SPF’

Sun Safety: Decoding the New FDA Sunscreen Regulations

The FDA recommends sunscreen with broad spectrum UV protection and SPF 15 or higher

Love the sun? The FDA has created new sunscreen guidelines, so make sure you’re up-to-date. Practice safe sun with these tips.

Sparkling Sun Protection: Hawaiian Tropic Shimmer Effect Lotion Sunscreen

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New Hawaiian Tropic Shimmer Effect Lotion Sunscreen promises to provide sun protection while giving skin instant radiance. But will it get a glowing review? Anne gives her take.

High Fashion, Low Maintenance: Stock up on Sun Protection

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The sun is about to get stronger, so the number one accessory for summer is SPF. Check out some of our favorite summer sun products.

Nourish and Protect Summer Skin with freshMinerals Tinted Moisturizer

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When the temperature rises, many women like to wear the bare minimum when it comes to face makeup. freshMinerals Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 20 might be exactly what you’re looking for: a hint of color and replenished skin.

SPF Safety: Sun Protection by the Numbers

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Where sun protection is concerned, the numbers can really add up. Check out these interesting sun safety stats from some of the nation’s leading authorities.

SPF Safety: Are you Susceptible to Sun Damage?

This isn't the only way to get sun damage.

We all know that it’s not the best idea to lay in the sun at the beach for 10 hours straight. Or even one hour. But if you avoid direct sunlight, does that mean your skin’s safe?

SPF Safety: I Wanna Soak Up the Sun…But What Should I Use to Protect My Skin?

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We all know sunscreen is one of the best ways to protect your skin from UV rays. But which brands should you use? What does UVA protection mean? What SPF is best? This summer, BX will review sun safety basics and the products that can provide it, so you won’t have to be the beach bum in the muumuu.

Glam Glossary: Oxybenzone

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Sunscreen provides strong sun protection from harmful UV rays. However, is the ingredient contained in many sunscreens, oxybenzone, just as safe for your body?