This "sunscreen magic tool" is really risky if used incorrectly! Many people still use it on their children...

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Did you know?

Many people are using "sunscreen spray"

Improper use

Possible security risks

Parents should pay special attention

Don’t use it on your baby anymore!

The China Food and Drug Inspection Institute stipulated in the "Technical Guidelines for Children's Cosmetics" issued in 2023 that it is not recommended for children to use spray-type sunscreen cosmetics .

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The moment the sunscreen spray is sprayed, countless tiny particles will be formed in the air. These tiny particles generally contain various cosmetic raw materials such as sunscreen, volatile organic compounds, fragrances, preservatives, etc.

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Because the respiratory tract of a child is far more fragile than that of an adult, the number of nasal hairs and tracheal/bronchial cilia in the nasal cavity is small, and the defense ability against external inhaled substances is relatively weak. In addition, most young children cannot hold their breath on their own, which may cause a large number of tiny particles to enter the upper and lower respiratory tracts in a short period of time, causing nasal pain and itching, pharyngeal discomfort, coughing, wheezing, etc. If the child moves around and accidentally sprays the eyes, it may also cause corneal burns .

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In addition, some ingredients in sunscreen spray cannot be metabolized by alveolar cells. Over time, they will be deposited in the lungs and cause foreign body reactions.

Therefore, it is not recommended for children to use sunscreen spray, especially young children or children with allergies .

Parents should also be careful when using sunscreen spray. Do not get too close to your children and place the sunscreen spray out of their reach to prevent "lively and active" kids from spraying it everywhere.

For adults, how to use sunscreen spray correctly?

The main function of sunscreen spray is to reapply to large areas outdoors (such as playing at the beach), not for daily sun protection. In addition, the amount of spray is relatively low, and the sunscreen effect is very weak. Only with a sufficient amount of product can the expected sunscreen effect be achieved. It takes about 10-15 seconds to spray one area, and you may need to spray half a bottle of it on the whole body at a time.

There are 3 things you should not remember when using sunscreen spray:

1

Don't spray directly in the face

When using sunscreen spray, be careful to avoid the nose, mouth, and eyes, and try to avoid inhalation.

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Some people may ask: "When spraying on the face, can't I just hold my breath?"

It is not recommended to do so, because even if you hold your breath when using it, the suspended particles in the air for a short period of time will not settle and dissipate quickly. When you resume breathing in the next second, you may still inhale them , thereby irritating the respiratory tract, causing irritation to the eyes, nasal cavity and other mucous membranes, and may also cause acute attacks of rhinitis or asthma.

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2

Do not use in small, confined spaces

Considering the convenience of sunscreen spray, many friends keep a bottle on the car seat, in front of the windshield, or even in the trunk. But don’t forget that some sunscreen sprays contain flammable ingredients such as methane, propane, isobutane, etc., which makes it flammable and explosive! If you put it in the car, it may expand under high temperature and the consequences will be disastrous.

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3

Do not use on areas with skin abnormalities

It is not recommended to use sunscreen spray on areas with skin abnormalities, such as wounds, redness, swelling or eczema.

Finally a reminder to everyone!

If you accidentally inhale sunscreen spray

Symptoms such as cough, wheezing, and chest tightness

Get to a space with good air circulation in time

Avoid further contact

If symptoms worsen or a fever develops

Go to the hospital quickly!

Statement: This article is a medical-related educational popular science article. It does not involve specific treatment methods or medical behaviors and cannot replace hospital visits.

Experts who reviewed this article

References

[1] Safe use of sunscreen “spray” cosmetics (nmpa.gov.cn)

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