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Bemotrizinol sunscreens reach U.S. stores after FDA approval
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The FDA reviewed BEMT safety studies involving more than 500 patients.
The FDA approved bemotrizinol, also known as BEMT, in June, and the first U.S. sunscreens containing the chemical have begun reaching store shelves. The ingredient offers broad-spectrum protection and is intended to have less skin absorption and less visible residue than some alternatives.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved bemotrizinol in June.
“The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved bemotrizinol — sometimes called BEMT — in June.”
The first U.S. sunscreens containing bemotrizinol have reached store shelves.
“The first sunscreens containing it are now hitting U.S. store shelves”
BEMT provides broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB radiation.
“BEMT is the first chemical-based sunscreen in the U.S. that offers this dual protection.”