Impacts of Sunscreen on Coral Reefs Needs Urgent Attention
While it is already understood that UV-filter compounds have toxic effects on marine organisms, scientists say more work is needed to understand the impact on coral reefs
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'Flamenco Dancing' Molecule Could Lead to Better-Protecting Sunscreen
Recent research opens up the possibility of developing a naturally-derived and eco-friendly sunscreen that protects against the full range of harmful wavelengths of light from the sun
Green Chemists Find a Way to Turn Cashew Nut Shells into Sunscreen
Team is working on techniques to produce useful compounds from wood and other fast growing non-edible plant waste, through a chemical process named xylochemistry
Researchers Develop DNA Sunscreen That Gets Better the Longer You Wear It
Researchers at Binghamton University have developed a coating made out of DNA that gets better at protecting skin from ultraviolet light the more you expose it to the sun, and it also keeps your skin hydrated.
Research Highlights Common Sunscreen Mistakes
Dermatologists offer sun protection, sunscreen selection tips
The World's Most Unavoidable Carcinogen (Video)
Let’s take a look at how UV rays affect your body, and the sorts of built-in chemical defense systems you're working with to stop any potential damage
Lignin from Plants Boosts the Effectiveness of Sunscreen
Most sunscreen products on the market today contain synthetic compounds that help prevent ultraviolet rays from damaging skin
Can the Sun Make You Feel Sick?
Sometimes, too much sun can give you a ‘hangover’
Sunscreen Confusion May Burn Shoppers
Consumers rely too much on sunscreen SPF values, confused by terminology
Why Americans Can't Buy Some of the Best Sunscreens
FDA blocks path to market for new sunscreen molecules