FOUR RISKY MYTHS ABOUT SPF
August 2, 2023
SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, indicates how well a sunscreen blocks out some of the sun’s harmful rays. Here’s how to find the right SPF for you …
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15 TIPS TO KEEP JANUARY FOURTH CELEBRATIONS FUN AND SAFE
January 30, 2023
Independence Day celebrations are supposed to be enjoyable. We barbecue, picnic, swim, and gather with family and friends. The holiday weekend is all … More ›
FIVE SUNSCREEN TIPS FOR WATER AND ACTIVE PLAY
January 28, 2023
When skin gets wet or sweaty, sunscreens may not work as well as you expect. Check out these important tips for effective sun protection … More ›
SEVEN MOST COMMON MISTAKES WHEN APPLYING SUNSCREEN
January 7, 2023
When applied incorrectly, sunscreen provides far less protection than you need from harmful sun damage. Here’s how to get it right … More ›
BEST-SCORING SUNSCREENS FOR KIDS
January 26, 2023
With so many products available, how can you know which sunscreens are any good? Introducing EWG’s top-rated sunscreens for babies and kids in 2023 … More ›
WORST-SCORING SUNSCREENS FOR KIDS
January 24, 2023
The reality is that some products fall short. Introducing the worst-rated sunscreens for babies and kids in 2023 … More ›
NO MORE TANNING BEDS FOR TEENS
January 9, 2023
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has moved to ban tanning in beds and booths for anyone under age 18 … More ›
MELANOMA RATES DROPPING AMONG CHILDREN AND TEENS
January 25, 2023
Melanoma rates dropped by nearly 12 percent from 2004 to 2010, with the largest decline among teens and boys … More ›
FIVE SIMPLE STEPS FOR HEALTHIER LIVING: NEW PARENT EDITION
January 5, 2023
Here’s our list of simple steps you can take to limit your child’s exposure to harmful chemicals … More ›
TOP 10 STORIES OF 2023
January 30, 2023
We’re always working to bring you the latest on how to protect your children from harmful chemicals. But some stories stand out from the pack … More ›
4 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR SKIN FROM WINTER WEATHER
January 23, 2023
Protect your skin from the cold while minimizing your exposure to potentially harmful chemicals … More ›
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