We investigate. UVB FILTERS UVB filters, or cinnamates, such as cinoxate, octocrylene and octyl methoxycinnamate (OMC) work by absorbing UVB light, deflecting harmful radiation from the skin.

The agency also listed 12 sunscreen ingredients that require additional safety information: cinoxate, dioxybenzone, ensulizole, meradimate, padimate O, sulisobenzone, oxybenzone, octinoxate, ...

Seek shade. The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. If your shadow is shorter than you are, seek shade. (5,6) Wear sun-protective clothing such as a lightweight and long-sleeved shirt, ...