In the United States, skin cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer. Skin cancer is the easiest form of cancer to prevent.
Exposure to ultraviolet (UV), radiation from the sun is the primary cause of skin carcinoma. Wearing sunscreen can help protect you from sun damage and reduce the risk of skin cancer.
Does it matter what type of sunscreen I use?
The Food & Drug Administration classifies sunscreen as a medication that can be purchased over the counter. According to the FDA’s regulations, only 16 active ingredients are allowed to be used in sunscreen by American manufacturers.
The European Commission has approved 27 sunblock ingredients , which many offer better protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.
American or European Sunscreen?
According to many people, American sunscreens tend to be greasier and thicker than those in Europe. They also report that they are less pleasant for application.
American sunscreens are less effective in protecting against cancer-causing UVA and UVB rays.
The FDA’s UVA standards are far less strict than those of the European Commission. The European Commission’s standards for broad spectrum protection are not met by most American sunscreens.
European manufacturers are synthesizing innovative ingredients to provide better sun protection, such as Tinosorb S (sunblock), Tinosorb M (sunblock), and Mexoryl SX(ecamsule).
These ingredients have not been approved by the FDA for use in America.
Are European Sunscreens Safe?
The European Commission, which is generally reported as being even stricter with its safety standards than the FDA, has approved these ingredients.
The FDA’s slow approval process could be due to the fact that sunscreen is classified as an over-the counter medication in the US, but cosmetics are considered by Europe.
Be aware that counterfeit sunscreen products are possible when you buy online. They may not be exactly what they claim.
Wearing any sunscreen is preferable to wearing none. Wear a sunscreen product whenever you’re in the sun.
Order your sunscreen from Europe if you’re not a fan of the greasy texture of American sunscreens, and if you want to benefit from innovative ingredients that aren’t yet approved by the United States.
As long as you follow the instructions on the label and apply a broad-spectrum sunblock, American-made products can offer you enough protection.
