Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Submitted
To
Master of Philosophy
Cosmetology
Dr. Atulkumar K. Shah
MPHIL/066/CST/2007D
January 2009
Sun protection
Sunscreen medication
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he will be protected for 450 minutes (30 minutes multiplied by the
SPF of 15).
Simply put, the higher the SPF, the longer the protection.
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absorbing properties, and the benzophenones (such as avobenzone)
can also absorb both UVA and UVB rays. In July 2006, the U.S. FDA
approved an over-the-counter (OTC) sunscreen preparation known
as Anthelios SX that contains the UVA filter ecamsule. Ecamsule is a
potent UVA-blocking compound.
1. clothing his or her body fully except for a small patch of skin;
and then
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In India major firms like Lakme, Ranbaxy and Shalak have range of
products. They are specific for oily, normal or dry skin. Here are
some examples
Lakme Sun Expert Sun Block for Sensitive Skin. This oil-free and
water-resistant sunscreen with SPF 25 is suitable for oily and
normal skin
Lakmé Sun Expert Sun Protection Lotion with SPF 15 is oil free and
is suitable for oily and normal skin
Lakmé Sun Expert Sun Protection Crème with SPF 30 is ment for
dry skin
Lakmé Sun Expert Ultra Matte with SPF 20 and SPF 30 is suitable
for normal and dry skin
Ranbaxy Suncross lotion, SPF26 is suitable for dry and normal skin
Shalaks
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U.V. DEW 34+ suitable for dry and normal
Active Ingredients: Tinosorb ,Octyl Methoxycinnamate Titanium
Dioxide (Micronized) Broad Spectrum Sunscreen / Sunblock
Covering both UVB/UVA including long UVA rays.
Aloe Vera Gel - helps detoxify the skin from the effects of pollution
& make-up and also helps heal & protect the skin against abrasion.
Lactic Acid - Natural Lactic Acid has been used in Ayurveda (as
yogurt acid) since ancient times. Western science has now
rediscovered the beneficial effects of this wonderful natural
ingredient on the skin and recent research proves that it is one of
the best natural moisturizers (helping the skin to retain its moisture
at the dermal level). Lactic acid also helps the skin pH to remain
acid and thus protects & shields the skin against invading
organisms.
Herbaline Sun Screen Cream is available as both Cream for dry and
& Lotion for oily skin for convenience of use hence it can double up
as moisturiser in dry skin
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SAFE SUN Lotus Herbals Intensive Sun Block Spray
SPF 60 UVA-INDEX 20 And SPF 50 UVA-Index 16
This easy to use fine mist spray offers quick protection from UVA &
UVB rays. It contains natural actives of chamomile, sage and
thyme. It can be used on oily and normal skin
Safe Sun `Sun Block` Cream SPF 20 Useful for normal and dry skin
1.Blue Lizard
anything without oxybenzone
2.California Baby
anything with SPF 30+
3.CVS
with zinc oxide
4.Jason Natural Cosmetics
Sunbrellas Mineral Based Sunblock
5.Kiss My Face
"Paraben Free" series
6.Neutrogena
Sensitive Skin Sunblock
7.Olay
Defense Daily UV Moisturizer (with zinc)
8.SkinCeuticals
Physical UV Defense
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9.Solar Sense
Clear Zinc for Face
10.Walgreens
Zinc Oxide for Face, Nose, & Ears