Take Cover… 16 Spray May 2015 Each year, 20,000 people in Tanzania fight the consequences of a congenital pigmentation disorder. Those affected have light-colored skin, hair and eyes, making them more susceptible to sunburn and putting them at increased risk of skin cancer. One in every 2,500 inhabitants has albinism in the equatorial East African country and their average life expectancy is 30 years. Located at the foot of Kilimanjaro, the Regional Dermatology Training Centre (RDTC) has produced a sunscreen with SPF 30 protection— Kilimanjaro Suncare—and has distributed it free of charge to 2,000 people suffering from albinism in North Tanzania. Since 2013, BASF has provided ingredients and expertise for further expansion of production. However, an even better way to protect those affected by the sun is sought. In addition to a higher sun protection factor (SPF 50), the new sunscreen aims to have high absorption of UVA rays (the current version doesn’t) and long-lasting protection. More than 90% of all sunscreens available in Europe are oil-in-water emulsions, which are easy to apply, are easily absorbed and comfortable on the skin; however, they cannot withstand the hot African sun and are washed away through sweating. A BASF team of sunscreen experts is working to develop a waterin oil emulsion together with representatives of RDTC. It won’t be absorbed as quickly as oil-in-water emulsions but will offer long lasting protection, according to BASF. format. They are paraben- and PABA-free and water resistant for up to 80 minutes. The continuous spray products are available in three sizes, including a mini travel size, that utilize a valve from Coster. A little something extra One of the hottest new ingredients in personal care is argan oil. Once used only by the people of its native Morocco, argan oil has caught on as a healing oil, rich in vitamin A, vitamin E, anti-oxidants, Omega-6 fatty acids and linoleic acid. Research shows that when applied to skin, it eases inflammation while moisturizing. Banana Boat has launched an upgraded formula of its Dry Oil Spray Sunscreen—Banana Boat Dry Oil Clear UltraMist Sunscreen. Banana Boat has reformulated the product to include argan oil to leave skin feeling silky-smooth and moisturized. It provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 4, 8, 15 and 25 protection and delivers a one touch spray for quick, easy coverage with a non-greasy, lightweight feel. It is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula SPF 30 Eventone Suncare Moisturizing Sunscreen Spray from E.T. Brown Drug Co. is enriched with CocoaPlex Technology, a proprietary formulation technique which optimizes the skin-friendly properties of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter while enhancing sunscreen emulsification. It’s comprised of active ingredients and natural moisturizers cocoa butter, shea butter and coconut oil to protect skin from the damaging effects of the sun. It helps maintain a youthful, even skin tone and is specially formulated to leave a sheer radiance on skin without any white, pasty residue. For no-mess portability, the product is dispensed by a BOV system and topped by the Glide locking accessory from Aptar. Kids on the beach! Most kids get much of their lifetime sun exposure before age 18, so it’s important for parents to teach them how to enjoy fun in the sun safely. Taking the right precautions can help reduce a child’s chance of developing skin cancer. Kid’s Defense Air Powered Spray and Baby’s First Kiss Air-Powered Mineral Lotion Spray sunscreens from Kiss My Face are all about safe, effective sun protection for little ones. Kid’s Defense in SPF 50 covers squirmy youngsters with an all-over spray that containes aloe and vitamins C and E. Baby’s First Kiss in SPF 30 is tear- and fragrance-free and offers “naturally nourishing mineral protection” for toddlers two years and older. It’s made with 100% naturally sourced mineral sunscreens and a nourishing antioxidant complex infused with safflower, aloe and chamomile, according to the company. Both sprays are water resistant up to 40 minutes and offer broad spectrum UV protection. They utilize Aptar BOV systems and are topped by their Glencoe Twist-To-Lock accessory on VX valve for convenient, no-mess portability. Barbaria Sun Spray for Children SPF 50 with aloe offers 50 SPF, water-resistant protection. It sports a Coster BOV valve and series 700 actuator. New from Walgreens drug store chain is Walgreens Kids Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen. It provides gentle, effective, photo-stable protection from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays and is water-resistant for 80 minutes. Easy to apply, the nongreasy, quick absorbing continuous spray provides all-over, even protection on-the-go. Ultimately portable, the BASF helps provide sun care for those with albinism
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