Methods of assessing efficiency of UV-protecting products.
A few aspects of skin protection against ultraviolet (UV) light and methods of assessing efficacy of UV-protecting cream or gels have been discussed. UV-protection in cream and gels is not only a strategy of the cosmetic industry but a necessity because of human occupational activity and daily habits.
Kurpiewska
Joanna
J
Department of Chemical and Aerosol Hazards, Central Institute for Labour Protection, Warsaw, Poland. jokur@ciop.pl
Benczek
Krzysztof M
KM
D003257:Consumer Product Safety; D006801:Humans; D008422:Materials Testing; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D013471:Sunburn / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013473:Sunscreening Agents / Q000737:chemistry / Q000592:standards*; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays / Q000009:adverse effects*
D013473:Sunscreening Agents