yes. these chemicals have undergone many tests to determine safety and efficacy and designed to be used on a daily basis. the otc review program through which fda requires significant safety and efficacy data on every active ingredient that is used in a sunscreen product is the most rigorous in the world for ensuring the safety and efficacy of sunscreen products and is conducted in an open transparent manner. the law gives the agency broad authority to inspect manufacturing facilities to require adherence to strict good manufacturing practices and to enforce the stringent science-based regulations that ensure sunscreen products are safe and effective for consumers. fda also relies on independent experts in the science of sun protection to help advise them in their assessment of safety and efficacy.
are the chemicals contained in sunscreen safe for daily use?