Saturday July 26th, 2008
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FDA Approves New Sunscreen
from ABCnews.com
The FDA has approved the European L’Oreal product Mexoryl ZSX, which contains ecamsule, a compound that blocks the short-wave UVA rays primarily responsible for visible aging.
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If you thought you are burning easier these days, you are not alone! Years ago, the letters U and V meant not much more than two letters near the end of the alphabet. When used in conjunction with such words and phrases as Global Warming, Ozone Depletion and Melanoma, we began to see and make connections. Today, most Ultra Violet radiation or UV rays come in three varieties, UVA, UVB and UVC. The most damaging are UVC rays, which are absorbed by the stratospheric ozone layer. However, as the ozone layer depletes, there is an increased potential for UVC rays to get through. The UVB rays do get through the atmosphere and burn the outer layers of the skin. They will penetrate and can be quite damaging. The UVA ray is the most abundant of the three and does penetrate beyond the top layer of human skin. Damage from UVA rays not only includes severe burning, but scientists and doctors believe the UVA ray is a risk factor in the development of cancers including squamous, basal cell and Melanoma. In the spring of 2006, Environment Canada scientists reported that UV levels would be about 4 times higher than pre-1980 levels. The culprit is primarily the depleting ozone layer. The report also stated that the ozone layer thinned by 5% and worsened to "7% below normal by early spring." There is increasing agreement in the scientific community that climate change is a contributor high-altitude ozone depletion. This years thinning trend will continue throughout the summer months but at slightly reduced levels. The comparisons are made against 1980 statistics when ozone depletion was first reported. So how do we protect against the possibility of sun damage? Over the years, a wide number of new sun block products have flooded the market as manufacturers scramble to develop the most effective sun protection. The industry standard for protection is the SPF designation, or Sun Protection Factor. Generally the higher the number, the more complete the protection. But so far, perfection has yet to be obtained. In late March 2006, a class action lawsuit was initiated in the United States. A number of manufacturers were in the process of being taken to task for marketing products that allegedly offer little or no protection against the more penetrating UVA rays. The suit says the manufacturers claim to generally protect users from ultraviolet rays. It recognizes that UVB rays might be stopped, but contends little is done concerning potential damage from UVA rays. In 1992, a new weapon was introduced in the fight against UVA radiation. A French manufacturer developed a new ingredient for its line of skin care products. Since then, Mexoryl has been included in Canadian and European versions of La Roche-Posays Anthelios and Ombrelle sun block. Mexoryl SX has not been FDA approved as yet for sale in the United States. So now, more than ever, skin does need sun attention during the winter months especially while on the ski slopes, ice rink or snow shoe trails. Staying sun savvy is key to happier and healthier outdoor fun. So, keep the sun block handy 24/7, all year round and help keep those UV rays in check! (Daily weather and the latest UV index can be accessed at www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca. Mexoryl SX as found in Ombrelle and Anthelios by La Roche-Posay carries the registration and are available online at Feelbest.com)
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Mary
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Mary
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Sincerely,
Mary
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