Comparison of UVA protection afforded by high sun protection factor sunscreens

J Am Acad Dermatol. 2000 Dec;43(6):1036-8. doi: 10.1067/mjd.2000.109299.

Abstract

UVA protection afforded by 6 different sunscreens with a sun protection factor of 21 or more was compared by means of the persistent pigmentation darkening method. Colorimetric and visual assessment showed significant differences in UV radiation-induced pigmentation at 2 hours. The labeled sun protection factor of the tested sunscreens was not predictive of UVA protection level.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Comparative Study
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Topical
  • Consumer Product Safety
  • Humans
  • Hyperpigmentation / diagnosis*
  • Probability
  • Radiation Dosage
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Sunburn / diagnosis*
  • Sunburn / prevention & control*
  • Sunscreening Agents / pharmacology*
  • Ultraviolet Rays / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Sunscreening Agents