Legal validation: 15/03/2011

Sensitive skin

Buying and using sunscreens

Into: General product safety Product categories Cosmetic products Using cosmetic products

Sunscreens can protect your skin, but there are a few basic principles to consider when buying and using sunscreens to ensure that you benefit from this protection. Buying sunscreen Choose a sunscreen with a SPF factor of 15 or higher that also blocks the full spectrum of UVA light. SPF ratings tell you how well the sunscreen shields against UVA rays that burn and damage the skin. Avoid products that combine UV and insect protection in one bottle. The sunscreen may be less effective. (...) Read more

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Using makeup

Into: General product safety Product categories Cosmetic products Using cosmetic products

Alhough using makeup can seem harmless, there are still some things to consider to avoid accidents or injuries: Don’t apply makeup while driving. This makes for dangerous driving, and hitting a bump in the road and scratching your eyeball can cause bacteria to contaminate the cut. Never share makeup. Use a new disposable applicator when testing products. Ask salespersons to clean container openings with alcohol before applying their contents to your skin. Never add water or another (...) Read more

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