Over 80% of Sunscreen Performed Below Their Labelled Efficacy
4 days ago
- #sunscreen
- #consumer safety
- #UV protection
- Over 80% of tested sunscreen models performed below their labeled efficacy.
- 4 models had measured SPF below 15, including 2 labeled as SPF50+.
- Only 7 out of 23 models met their labeled PA levels for UVA protection.
- 19 models listed major ingredients, potentially hiding allergens.
- Price ranged from $80 to $550, with no correlation to quality.
- Hong Kong lacks legislation regulating SPF and UVA efficacy.
- EU standards require SPF labeling to meet three criteria.
- Only 1 out of 16 SPF50+ models fully complied with EU requirements.
- UVA protection lacks a unified international labeling system.
- Consumers should avoid direct sunlight and choose sunscreens carefully.