Ultraviolet radiation is linked to some cancers. But, it is not possible to avoid sunlight from falling on your skin ever. A new type of sunscreen, called Anthelios SX, has come as a solution for the US habitants, all these days been available only outside the United States. It received federal approval Monday.
The sunscreen blocks the type of ultraviolet radiation responsible for some cancers. It contains ecamsule. It is an ingredient that blocks ultraviolet A or UVA radiation more successfully, compared to other sunscreen ingredients currently sold in the United States. Those ingredients mainly screen out UVB rays.
Via: Live Science
It is great news that the Food and Drug Administration approved Mexoryl SX. However, they have a long way to go still. The new sunscreen which will be available January 2007, will only be rated SPF 15. Dermatologists accross the US as well as L’Oreal representatives recommend an SPF of at least SPF 30 to obtain adequate protection against skin cancer. To get the best coverage, total block, opt for an SPF 60.
You are correct when you say that most sunscreens available in the United States protect only against long-wave UVA and both forms of ultraviolet B light.
However, ecamsule (or Mexoryl), which has been available in Europe and Canada for over 10 years, is only effective when the concentration exceeds 3%, this is not the case for the new Mexoryl SX.
Mexoryl SX, in addition to containing Ecamsule (Mexoryl) contains Parsol and Titanium Dioxide, two standard sunscreen chemicals that have long been approved.
To get proper sunscreen coverage, look for an SPF of at least SPF 30:
http://www.feelbest.com/Pages/mexoryl.aspx
Sharon
