ADVERTISEMENT

The scary and toxic side of applying sunscreen every day

If you ask anyone remotely interested in skincare, what is one product they cannot do without, they would say sunscreen but do they know how harmful it can be?

The dangers in applying sunscreen [Huffpost]

However, concerns have been raised about the ingredients used to make sunscreen. This is because certain risks come from some ingredients used to make sunscreen. These risks include skin allergies, irritation, the potential to cause cancer, mess with the hormone system, and harm to reproduction and child development in the womb.

12 ingredients in sunscreen were discovered to be harmful—avobenzone, cinoxate, dioxybenzone, ensulizole, homosalate, meradimate, octinoxate, octisalate, octocrylene, oxybenzone, padimate O, and sulisobenzone. Next time you are shopping for sunscreen, check if it has these ingredients.

ADVERTISEMENT

Studies demonstrate that these substances can be absorbed into the body through the skin. Three components, however—homosalate, avobenzone, and oxybenzone—have also been linked to endocrine disruption, which causes developmental, reproductive, brain, immune, and other problems.

According to other investigations, sunscreen components have been discovered in blood plasma, urine, and breast milk samples weeks after use.

When using sunscreen, the ingredients used in the product must not be toxic when ingested or inhaled. This is important because people may accidentally swallow some of the product when applying it to their lips or inhale some of the sprays. These substances must be safe for our internal organs and lungs.

After analyzing the information available, it was concluded that only two components, namely zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, can be considered both effective and safe in sunscreens.

JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:

Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng

Recommended articles

New look National Theatre: Bankers’ committee restoration of a national pride

New look National Theatre: Bankers’ committee restoration of a national pride

Pernod Ricard Nigeria announces exciting participation at Lagos Cocktail Week 2024

Pernod Ricard Nigeria announces exciting participation at Lagos Cocktail Week 2024

Glenfiddich unveils Bold Futures 2.0 with Mr Eazi, Nancy Isime, Nwune, others

Glenfiddich unveils Bold Futures 2.0 with Mr Eazi, Nancy Isime, Nwune, others

The Ultimate Convenience: Exploring the benefits of a self-cleaning pool

The Ultimate Convenience: Exploring the benefits of a self-cleaning pool

Culinary Journey at Jameson Distillery on Tour: Gourmet Junk Food meets Whiskey Culture

Culinary Journey at Jameson Distillery on Tour: Gourmet Junk Food meets Whiskey Culture

5 causes of ovulation pain and how to find relief

5 causes of ovulation pain and how to find relief

How to know if your ex is still stalking your social media

How to know if your ex is still stalking your social media

Is your laptop camera spying on you? Here's why you should always cover it

Is your laptop camera spying on you? Here's why you should always cover it

3 reasons never to leave your toothbrush in the bathroom

3 reasons never to leave your toothbrush in the bathroom

This is the richest city in the world; it’s worth more than 25 times Nigeria’s GDP

This is the richest city in the world; it’s worth more than 25 times Nigeria’s GDP

Honouring Nigeria's Finest: Top Highlights from Indomie Heroes Awards 2024

Honouring Nigeria's Finest: Top Highlights from Indomie Heroes Awards 2024

5 foods that keep your stomach full for longer

5 foods that keep your stomach full for longer

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT