Sunscreen safety and effectiveness

Sunscreen active ingredients, which are compounds that absorb, scatter or reflect ultraviolet (UV) light, are regulated as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA is currently addressing requirements for UVA coverage in sunscreens and considering sunscreen labelling changes to help the public make knowledgeable decisions about protecting themselves from the dangers of the sun. The American Academy of Dermatology currently awaits the FDA's final ruling which is tentatively expected in October...

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