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FDA’s Greenlight of Old Chemical Offers Chance To Restore Faith in Sunscreen
The FDA approved Bemotrizinol, a sunscreen ingredient used safely in Europe for decades, to enhance sunscreen effectiveness and consumer confidence. The approval follows a 20-year review and addresses concerns about ingredient safety and product formulation, with industry and advocacy groups supporting its introduction to the U.S. market.
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