Preparations containing sunscreens in West Germany 1988
Schauder, S.; Ippen, H.
Zeitschrift fur Hautkrankheiten 63(9): 707-763
1988
ISSN/ISBN: 0301-0481 PMID: 3059706 Document Number: 323629
The commercial UV-absorbing cosmetics and sunscreens which are currently available in Germany are presented in two tables. In addition to the UV-absorbing and light-reflecting sunscreens, we list other ingredients which may cause skin reactions or have special properties. Our survey provides quick information on potential allergens and photoallergens. Well-tolerated alternative preparations can be chosen on the basis of the listed ingredients. Complete declaration of all ingredients in cosmetics and sun cosmetics is necessary in order to facilitate the diagnosis of allergies and photoallergies and should replace comprehensive surveys, which are rapidly outdated.