sunscreen

Researchers at Binghamton University have developed a coating made out of DNA that gets better at protecting skin from ultraviolet light the more you expose it to the sun, and it also keeps your skin hydrated.

Dermatologists offer sun protection, sunscreen selection tips

Let’s take a look at how UV rays affect your body, and the sorts of built-in chemical defense systems you're working with to stop any potential damage

Most sunscreen products on the market today contain synthetic compounds that help prevent ultraviolet rays from damaging skin

Sometimes, too much sun can give you a ‘hangover’

Consumers rely too much on sunscreen SPF values, confused by terminology 

FDA blocks path to market for new sunscreen molecules

Plants rely on sunlight to make their food, but they also need protection from its harmful rays, just like humans do. Recently, scientists discovered a group of molecules in plants that shields them from sun damage.

The sweet and salty aroma of sunscreen and seawater signals a relaxing trip to the shore. But scientists are now reporting that the idyllic beach vacation comes with an environmental hitch.

Using a particular type of titanium dioxide — a common ingredient in cosmetics, food products, toothpaste and sunscreen — could reduce the potential health risks associated with the widely used compound.