July 3, 2012 Do you suffer from swelling, itching, or even
blisters after a day in the sun? These reactions, which you may
attribute to a low SPF rating on your sunscreen, may actually be
an indication that you're allergic to sunscreen. An allergic
reaction to sunscreen products isn't always apparent right away.
Poor reactions can occur immediately after use or can become
apparent after years of use. The types of reactions you can have
are equally diverse - they can emerge from direct contact with a
lotion, which can produce a rash, or through a photoallergy,
which occurs when sunlight reacts to the chemicals in sunscreen.
The additives contained in lotions can ultimately have a
negative effect on your skin. "People do develop allergies to
some sunscreen ingredients, particularly chemical blockers, but
it's uncommon," said Joshua Zeichner, director of Cosmetic and
Clinical Research in the Department of Dermatology at Mount
Sinai Medical Center in New York City, to Allure Magazine.
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