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The US just got its first new sunscreen in almost 30 years

The US just got its first new sunscreen in almost 30 years

America’s sunscreens have been stuck in the past. With BEMT, that's finally changing.
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FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding Sunscreen Options for U.S. Consumers

FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding Sunscreen Options for U.S. Consumers

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved bemotrizinol, a new sunscreen ingredient, marking the first addition to the list of approved sunscreen filters in over 20 years. Bemotrizinol, which has been used in Europe and Asia for decades, is recognized for its ability to protect against both UVA and UVB rays. The ingredient is considered Generally Recognized As Safe and Effective (GRASE) by the FDA and is suitable for use by adults and children over six months old. This approval is expected to enhance the effectiveness of U.S. sunscreens, which have traditionally been less effective against UVA rays compared to their international counterparts.
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FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding Sunscreen Options in the U.S.

FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding Sunscreen Options in the U.S.

FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding Sunscreen Options in the U.S.
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FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years

FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years

Federal health regulators have signed off on the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market in more than 25 years
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FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding U.S. Sunscreen Ingredient Options

FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Expanding U.S. Sunscreen Ingredient Options

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved bemotrizinol for use in American sunscreens, marking the first new active ingredient approval since the 1990s. Bemotrizinol is a chemical compound that provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays. It has been used in Europe and Asia for decades and is known for its stability and low absorption into the body. The approval process was expedited under the CARES Act, which aims to streamline the approval of over-the-counter drugs. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that this move will enhance competition and consumer confidence in sunscreen products.
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FDA Approves Bemotrizinol as New Sunscreen Ingredient, Enhancing UV Protection

FDA Approves Bemotrizinol as New Sunscreen Ingredient, Enhancing UV Protection

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved bemotrizinol as a new active ingredient for over-the-counter sunscreens, marking the first such approval in over two decades. Bemotrizinol, which has been used safely in Europe for years, is recognized for its ability to protect against both UVA and UVB rays. The ingredient is considered Generally Recognized As Safe and Effective (GRASE) by the FDA and is suitable for use by adults and children aged six months and older. This approval is expected to increase competition and consumer confidence in sunscreen products in the U.S., providing stronger broad-spectrum protection against harmful UV rays.
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FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Enhancing U.S. Sunscreen Formulas with Advanced UV Protection

FDA Approves Bemotrizinol, Enhancing U.S. Sunscreen Formulas with Advanced UV Protection

The FDA has approved bemotrizinol (BEMT), a chemical UV filter used in European and Asian sunscreens for over 20 years. This marks the first significant update to U.S. sunscreen formulas in decades. Bemotrizinol is known for its ability to absorb both UVA and UVB rays without breaking down easily in sunlight, offering more effective protection against skin cancer and wrinkles. Historically, U.S. sunscreens have lagged behind due to stringent regulatory processes, which classify them as non-prescription drugs. This has resulted in slower innovation compared to countries like the UK, South Korea, and Japan, where sunscreens are treated as cosmetics. The approval of bemotrizinol is expected to improve the efficacy and application of U.S. sunscreens, although it will take over a year for these new products to become available.
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FDA Adds Bemotrizinol to Approved Sunscreen Filters, Boosting UV Defense

FDA Adds Bemotrizinol to Approved Sunscreen Filters, Boosting UV Defense

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved bemotrizinol as a new sunscreen filter, the first addition in over two decades. This chemical UV filter, already used in Europe, offers broader protection against UV light, including long-wave UVA rays, which are associated with skin cancer. Dermatologists in the U.S. are optimistic about the ingredient's potential to enhance sunscreen efficacy, as it is photostable and less likely to irritate sensitive skin. The approval aligns with efforts to modernize U.S. sunscreen regulations and improve consumer access to advanced sun protection.
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FDA Approves New Sunscreen Ingredient BEMT, Offering Safer Options for Consumers

FDA Approves New Sunscreen Ingredient BEMT, Offering Safer Options for Consumers

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new sunscreen ingredient known as BEMT, marking the first approval of its kind in 20 years. This ingredient is considered a safer alternative to many of the chemical additives currently used in sunscreens available in the U.S. The approval of BEMT is part of an ongoing effort to enhance the safety and effectiveness of sunscreen products, which are essential for protecting skin from harmful UV rays. The introduction of BEMT is expected to provide consumers with more options and potentially reduce the risk of skin irritation and other adverse effects associated with existing sunscreen ingredients.
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FDA Approves New Sunscreen Ingredient Bemotrizinol for U.S. Market

FDA Approves New Sunscreen Ingredient Bemotrizinol for U.S. Market

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved bemotrizinol, marking the first new sunscreen ingredient to enter the U.S. market in over 25 years. This ingredient, already used in Europe, offers protection against both UVA and UVB rays without the white residue associated with mineral-based sunscreens. Bemotrizinol will be marketed under the brand name Parsol Shield by DSM Nutritional Products, a Dutch manufacturer, and will be available later this year. The approval follows a streamlined process authorized by Congress in 2020, aimed at updating the FDA's list of safe nonprescription drug ingredients. The ingredient is deemed safe for adults and children over six months old.
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Dermatologists Warn Against Buying Korean Sunscreens Online Due to Potential Risks

Dermatologists Warn Against Buying Korean Sunscreens Online Due to Potential Risks

Dermatologists Warn Against Buying Korean Sunscreens Online Due to Potential Risks
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FDA approves first new sunscreen ingredient since the 1990s

FDA approves first new sunscreen ingredient since the 1990s

The ingredient protects against both ultraviolet A and B rays and has low levels of absorption through the skin into the body.