Issue 4, 2010

UVA protection labeling and in vitro testing methods

Abstract

The importance of adequate UVA protection is apparent with improved understanding of UVA-induced skin damage. This has led to the development of new sunscreen ingredients. A number of regulatory bodies or experts from the industry and academia have proposed methods to assess the efficacy of sunscreens against UVA radiation. In addition different proposals have been made regarding the labeling for UVA protection. The purpose of this paper is to describe several in vitro methods for measuring UVA protection of sunscreen products and to consider their validity. The different proposals in terms of UVA labeling are also presented and discussed. This review illustrates the need for standardization of the measurement conditions and harmonization to convey to consumers the most appropriate information on UVA protection.

Graphical abstract: UVA protection labeling and in vitro testing methods

Article information

Article type
Paper
Submitted
23 Oct 2009
Accepted
07 Jan 2010
First published
11 Feb 2010

Photochem. Photobiol. Sci., 2010,9, 516-523

UVA protection labeling and in vitro testing methods

D. Moyal, Photochem. Photobiol. Sci., 2010, 9, 516 DOI: 10.1039/B9PP00139E

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