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How do you avoid sunscreen stains on white clothes?
I have read (in a blog, referencing a call to Coppertone customer service) that avobenzone is the ingredient responsible for those stains. The reason it doesn't show up until after you wash your clothes is that it reacts with the iron in your water. I would assume that people with treated water ("city water", we call it) would not have these stains, while those of us with well water do.I went to the drug store and bought some sunblock WITHOUT avobenzone. I took some of several sprays and one lotion and applied directly to an old white t shirt, then washed the t- shirt. Guess what? Some of the sunscreens WITHOUT avobenzone still stained! Here are the results, summarized.*PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THIS AS A GUARANTEE! These are my results, with my water and detergent, etc.BEST:Coppertone Oil Free lotion SPF 15, (white bottle) NO AVOBENZONE left no stain.NO-AD lotion SPF 15 (pink bottle) NO AVOBENZONE left a very faint "off white" stain that would not be noticed on anything except white - I suspect it's more the oil in the lotion that the sunblock.OK: I would use these when I had on colored fabrics, NOT WITH WHITE!!!!!Coppertone Dry Spray SPF 10 (brown can) NO AVOBENZONE left a faint stain that came out with bleach.Neutrogena Spray SPF 45 WITH Avobenzone left a faint stain. NO-AD Spray Lotion 30 (kids, Tinkerbell can) NO AVOBENZONE left a faint stain.Rite-Aid (white can with purple letters) NO AVOBENZONE left a faint stain.WORST:NO AD lotion SPF 50 (orange bottle) NO AVOBENZONE!?! left an orange stain. Light, but wanted to list it here because it did NOT have Avobenzone.Coppertone Ultraguard Spray SPF 15 (white can with blue top) WITH AVOBENZONE left horrible dark orange stains that would not come out with bleach.Walmart store brands of SPF 30 spray (white and purple can) WITH avobenzone.Coppertone Sport Lotion SPF 30 (Blue bottle) WITH Avobenzone .SO - No avobenzone does not equal no stains, but it seems to mean the stains will be lighter. Lotions also seem to be better than sprays. Bummer. I am trying to apply and let it sink in before dressing, and when we go to the beach when we HAVE to use sprays to chase down a kid and a husband who hate sunscreen application, I guess we will wear old/colored clothes. I am going to call my local Avon rep and see what she's got for me - I'm willing to pay for something that won't stain!That said, for stains you already have, I have used "The Works" bathroom cleaner, spraying onto wet clothes (usually right after I take them out of the washer and find new stains) and letting them sit for 15-30 minutes. I have not had any clothes damage - clored and white cotton t-shirts, bathing suits, everything seems fine. I think any cleaner that is made to remove rust stains would work, so try what you have before running out and buying "the Works".
What specialist material is used in sunscreen?
cream
What chemical formula is sunscreen?
hi, there are sunscreens that are Chemical, and sunscreens that are Physical: Chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays: Octylmethylcinnamate, avobenzone, PARSOL1789, PABA, Mexoryl, Benzophone, oxybenzone, octocrylene, homosalte Physical Sunscreens reflect UV rays: zinc oxide, titanium dioxide
Name two chemicals that can be used in sunscreens to absorb UV Rays?
Two chemicals commonly used in sunscreens to absorb UV rays are oxybenzone and avobenzone. They help protect the skin by absorbing and dissipating harmful UV radiation before it can damage the skin.
Is urine used for sunscreen?
Urine is not used as an ingredient in sunscreen. Sunscreens are specifically formulated with active ingredients that provide protection against UV radiation, such as zinc oxide or avobenzone. While urine contains urea, which can have moisturizing properties, it is not effective or safe for use as sunscreen. Using urine on the skin for sun protection is not recommended.
What does sunscreen contain?
Titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and avobenzone all protect across the entire UVA spectrum. Many also include UVB-absorbing ingredients, and the rest of the product is the same as any moisturizer or lotion (water, emollients, water-binding agents, preservatives, etc.)
What are the ingredients for sun screen?
Some of the ingredients contained in chemical sunblock designed to prevent UVB radiation include: · Cinnamates · OMC (Octyl Methoxycinnamate) · Ethylhexyl p-Methoxycinnamate · Salicylates · OCS (Octyl Salicytate) · Homomenthyl Salicylate · Triethanolamine · PABA (Para Aminobenzoic Acid)· Padimate O · Padimate A · Glyceryl Aminobenzoate · Octyl Dimethyl Paba · Octocrylene · Zinc Oxide · Titanium Oxide The sunscreen ingredients that are used to absorb UVA radiation include: · Benzoophenones · Oxybenzone · Dioxybenzone · Avobenzone
What is the highest spf number for children under 2 years?
Many sunscreens are advertised for kids, but reviews say the only differences between these and adult sunscreens are irritating fragrances, and sometimes, the form of UVA protection. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are less irritating to sensitive skin than avobenzone. Blue Lizard Baby sunscreen SPF 30 (*est. $13/9 ounces) contains a combination of titanium dioxide (10%) and zinc oxide (5%), and it's both fragrance and chemical free. Keep in mind that Blue Lizard Baby is identical to their Sensitive formula. Banana Boat Sport (*est. $13/8 ounces) is recommended in two sunscreen reviews, but again, you'll need to read the label to be sure you're getting UVA protection. The Banana Boat Sport spray sunscreen formula contains avobenzone, while the Sport lotion sunscreen formula does not have any of the recommended UVA-protecting ingredients. Banana Boat Kids Quik Blok Sunblock Spray Lotion (*est. $7/8 ounces) contains avobenzone, which can be more irritating to kids' skin than the titanium dioxide or zinc oxide used in Blue Lizard Baby sunscreen. Spwipes (*est. $9/10-pack) is sunscreen packaged in the form of disposable towelettes. While this sounds like a convenient option for kids who might not sit still for a lotion application, Spwipes don't contain any UVA-protecting ingredients. They come in SPF 30 and are water and sweat resistant. One 10-pack provides about four adult applications. While throwaway towelettes might be ideal for a hike in the woods when you don't want to lug a big bottle along, it's more cost effective and safer to choose one of the sunscreens in ConsumerSearch Fast Answers, which offer UVA protection and more applications for the price.
What is Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane?
It is an oil soluble ingredient used in sunscreen products to absorb the full spectrum of UVA rays. It is a dibenzoylmethane derivative. Its ability to absorb ultraviolet light over a wider range of wavelengths than many organic sunscreen agents has led to its use in many commercial preparations marketed as "broad spectrum" sunscreens
What part of DNA absorbs uv light?
In suntan lotion it is avobenzone and/or octyl methoxycinnamate. Many organic molecules (natural and man-made polymers) absorb UV. DNA absorbs UV-B (which can cause damage) - as can the cornea of the eye! The cornea also absorbs UV-A but seems to not suffer much with it. Much of the sun's UV-A, UV_B and UV_C radiation is absorbed by the Ozone Layer when it enters the atmosphere.
Which rays emitted by the sun can be detrimental for your health?
Your typical sunburn is caused by UVB radiation from the sun and is what most sunscreens are made to protect against. The radiation that really causes the detrimental health problems is UVA however much less potent then UVB UVA is the culprit that causes wrinkling, skin cancer, and other health problems associated with the sun. Unlike UVB UVA penetrates deep into the tissue causing damage that is much more detrimental. Unfortunately studies have shown that although many sunscreens say they protect against UVA there is a huge discrepancy when looking at the amount of protection given to UVB compared to UVA. If there has been a problem in the past with health problems caused by sun radiation my suggestion would be to find a sunscreen containing the ingredient Avobenzone the only drug shown to protect against long wavelength UVA.
Does fair and lovely made from pig fat?
No fair and lovely are not made from pig fat. While there were some reports of inclusion of pig fat chemical, the company issued an official statement to clear such rumors.
