Test of sunscreens

A new test from Asthma-Allergy Denmark reveals that 63 percent of sunscreens contain allergenic substances that can lead to lifelong allergies.

There are many good reasons to protect your skin with sunscreen when the sun is shining. However, 63 percent of sunscreens contain allergenic substances, such as perfumes and preservatives, that can lead to allergies.

This is particularly problematic because large amounts of sunscreen are often applied, staying on the skin for a long time. People typically use the same product throughout an entire season, which increases the risk of developing allergies to a range of substances. Therefore, it is important to choose sunscreens with the Asthma Allergy Nordic label.

Recent research shows that at least 20 percent of the Danish population has skin allergies to one or more chemical substances. This affects both work life, social life, and overall quality of life.

On AllergiLex, you can get a comprehensive overview of sunscreens free from allergenic substances.