New Delhi: Sunscreen is the most vital and essential part of our daily skin health routine. It works as a protective shield or layer against toxic UV radiation but have you ever thought of the dangerous effects of sunscreen on skin? According to a recent study, sunscreen has come out to be a risk factor for melanoma and squamous cell cancer among all types of skin cancer. However, there has been strong evidence that revealed sunscreen’s ability to prevent these kinds of skin cancers, especially in the regions with high levels of sun exposure and low levels of melanin pigment as well as in areas with higher exposure because of reasons like a thin ozone layer.
Can sunscreen cause cancer?
The recent research only raises the question of whether sunscreen may truly do more damage than good after it was found that some sunscreens have significant levels of carcinogen benzene. This news is very concerning, however, if we look at the bigger picture, we must note that benzene is a chemical that may cause cancer, but not all sunscreen available in the market include high concentration of the ingredient.
As per reports, most of the sunscreens undergo extensive testing to guarantee their quality and safety. The major cause of skin cancer is UV radiation from the sun and it is a proven carcinogenic. Hence, sunscreen provides the protection to the skin against such radiations if used regularly. For further safety purposes one must use only doctor’s advised sunscreen which is suitable for your skin texture.
The overall idea is to protect your skin from UV rays that can cause while restricting your sun exposure or any other dangerous chemicals. Moreover, the result of the study is based on a single, unreliable research. There is a major difference between the potential harm of benzene hence it is suggested to take your time and then move to a decision.
The recent research only raises the question of whether sunscreen may truly do more damage than good after it was found that some sunscreens have significant levels of carcinogen benzene. Health Conditions Health News: Latest News from Health Care, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare
