Radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation, from sources such as mobile phones and base stations, has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer as a possible human carcinogen despite study results not being consistent

In March 2019 researchers from Poland published their review on the mobile phone radiation and its effect on health. The researchers stated that exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation, from sources … Read more

Whilst acknowledging the environmental impact of sunscreens, dermatologists have a duty to continue emphasizing the public health impact of excessive sun exposure and give advice about appropriate protection from the sun, including applying appropriate sunscreens

In January 2019 researchers from the USA published their review on the environmental effects of oxybenzone and other sunscreen active ingredients. The use of sunscreens has increased in line with … Read more

Oxybenzone

Oxybenzone is known by many names including (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone, benzophenone-3, and 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone. It may be found in sunscreens, facial moisturizers, lip balm, lipstick, anti-aging creams, hair conditioners, hair spray, nail polish … Read more

Octocrylene

Octocrylene is known by many names including 2-Ethylhexyl 2-cyano-3,3-diphenyl-2-propenoate, 2-Ethylhexyl 2-cyano-3,3-diphenylacrylate, UV Absorber-3, 2-Propenoic acid,2-cyano-3,3-diphenyl-,2-ethylhexyl ester and octocrilene and is found in many cosmetic products including sunscreen, lip balm, face … Read more

Octinoxate

Octinoxate is known by many names including octyl methoxycinnamate, ethylhexylmethoxy cinnamate, escalol, neo heliopan, etc and is found in many skin and cosmetic products, including makeup foundation, hair dye, shampoo, … Read more