Sundown, Bullfrog, Sunscreens News

The Claim: American-made sunscreens pale in comparison to their European counterparts when it comes to UVA protection - and as a result, many concerned beachgoers are ordering sunscreens from afar.

Most of us are well aware of the increased risk of skin cancer from excessive sun exposure.

As the season of bare skin and scorching sun draws near, you - like so many other people - may find yourself scratching your head over sunscreen.

Gone are the days when a sunscreen could label itself waterproof or sweatproof or claim it provided instant or sunblock protection.

It's the time of year when the warm weather and long days draw folks outside to enjoy the sun.

It's the time of year when the warm weather and long days draw folks outside to enjoy the sun.

We count on sunscreens to protect us from the sun's harmful UV rays. The higher the SPF the better the protection.

If protecting yourself against skin cancer is not enough of an incentive to generously apply sunscreen this summer, a group of Australian researchers led by Dr. Adele Green, have found that it can also keep you looking younger longer.

When it comes to looking good, staying on top of your game, and making sure your pursuit of beauty is on point, you know the African-American community has that covered.

According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , melanoma , the most dangerous type of skin cancer, has increased nearly 2 percent each year from 2000 to 2009 in spite of a well-documented increase in sunscreen sales in recent years.

It's been years in the making, but the FDA has sent out new guidelines to help consumers make the right choices by requiring clearer labeling and better testing of products.

Dr. Elizabeth K. Hale is a dermatologist in NYC who specializes in skin cancer surgery, laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology.

When Julie Tilly was young, spending hours in the sun to enhance her natural skin tone was just part of a leisurely summer day.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has changed rules about labeling for sunscreen products.

Did you know that no sunscreens are waterproof? Manufacturers may no longer make claims that their sunscreens are “waterproof” or “sweatproof.” One of the most important new requirements: Testing and labeling that identifies sunscreens that are “broad spectrum,” meaning they offer protection against both ... (more)

The sun's rays are extremely harmful, regardless of who you are or what ethnicity you may be.

We count on sunscreens to protect us from the sun's harmful UV rays. The higher the SPF the better the protection.

"Summertime's always a time when we see lots of patients for moles, and different growths because everyone's getting into swimsuits and looking more at their skin, so we definitely see more people in the summertime."

Hawiian Tropic not only protects against the sun but it also prtects against female bitchiness.

Nothing gives away your age faster than wrinkles, age spots and leathery skin. Looking weather-beaten or older than you are can impact your self-esteem and the way you approach life.