Sunscreens, Toxicity

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Dear Arnold Gore,

 

 

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family's skin?

 

EWG's brand new review of 1,572 products found that 3 out of 5 sunscreens

offer inadequate protection from the sun or contain ingredients with

significant safety concerns. And for the first time, we also review

sun-protective lip balms and lotions.

 

_Click here to view EWG's 2009 Sunscreen Guide._

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You'll find:

* _A top ten best sunscreens list_

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* _9 tips for safely enjoying the sun - kids, too_

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* _An explanation of sunscreen health hazards_

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* _A " search for your sunscreen " widget for your blog_

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How does your sunscreen rank?

 

We identified fewer than 100 products that offer very good sun protection

with ingredients that present minimal health risks to users. _Find out

which on our top sunscreens list._

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Coppertone, Banana Boat and Neutrogena fared poorly.)

 

We hope our research helps your family enjoy the summer sun safely this

year.

 

Sincerely,

 

Ken Cook

President, Environmental Working Group

 

P.S. Love the sunscreen guide? A contribution of at least $5 is essential

to keep useful reports like these coming your way. _Click here to donate

today._

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