Safesun Z®
Microfine transparent zinc oxide
Safety
Safesun Z is an inorganic sunblock, also known as a "non-chemical" sunblock. It is not absorbed into the skin and does not cause any adverse reactions. Long recognized as a treatment for irritated skin, zinc oxide is the only sunscreen agent includedon two other FDA monographs. It has been used for over 300 years and enjoys a singularly remarkable safety record. Some traditional organic sunscreens can cause irritation especially the UVA agents. This is particularly important in children's and daily care products where gentleness is a must.
Sunscreens are supposed to protect the user from the dangerous ultraviolet radiation that causes photoaging and skin cancer. Recent scientific studies have questioned the photostability of some of the organic sunscreens and this problem has even made it to the popular press. According to Dr. Sheldon Pinnell, the J. Lamar Callaway Professor of Dermatology at Duke University, "When a UVA sunscreen breaks down it is no longer providing the protection its supposed to and this may not be apparent to the user. Under these circumstances, the user could be exposed to dangerous UVA radiation that they believe their sunscreen is blocking." In contrast, microfine zinc oxide is completely photostable. When consumers use microfine zinc oxide, they get protection that lasts.
Professional Recognition
The importance of transparent microfine zinc oxide as UVA blocker is well recognized by the dermatological community. “Zinc oxide is a physical block that is not absorbed, so it does not cause any allergic reactions. This is especially important to look for if you have sensitive skin or are using sunscreens on a daily basis” American Academy of Dermatology May 1999 insert in USA Today.
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