Centre For Cruelty free Testing
Full Sun Screen Panel
Full Sun Screen Panel
The Full Sunscreen Panel involves comprehensive testing of sunscreen products to assess their efficacy in protecting the skin from harmful UV radiation, including various parameters such as SPF (Sun Protection Factor), PA Rating, Boots Star, Critical Wavelength, Broad Spectrum, and Water Resistance.
Procedure:
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Sample Selection: Collect a range of sunscreen samples from different manufacturers, including creams, lotions, sprays, and sticks, with varying SPF levels and water resistance claims.
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Testing Protocol:
- Conduct a series of tests to evaluate the performance of each sunscreen product comprehensively.
- SPF Testing: Determine the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of each sunscreen product to measure its effectiveness against UVB radiation.
- PA Rating: Assess the Protection Grade of UVA (PA) to evaluate the product's protection against UVA radiation.
- Boots Star Rating: Determine the Boots Star Rating to indicate the ratio of UVA protection to UVB protection.
- Critical Wavelength: Measure the Critical Wavelength to assess the product's ability to provide broad-spectrum protection.
- Broad Spectrum: Confirm the product's ability to protect against both UVA and UVB radiation.
- Water Resistance: Test the product's water resistance by determining the SPF after immersion in water for the claimed period, ensuring consistent protection even when exposed to water.
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Data Analysis: Analyze the test results for each parameter to evaluate the overall effectiveness of the sunscreen products in providing comprehensive sun protection.
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Education and Recommendations: Provide information to consumers about the significance of each parameter in sunscreen products and educate them about the importance of choosing sunscreen with adequate SPF, PA Rating, Boots Star, Critical Wavelength, Broad Spectrum, and Water Resistance.
Testing Parameters List:
- SPF (Sun Protection Factor)
- PA Rating (Protection Grade of UVA)
- Boots Star Rating
- Critical Wavelength
- Broad Spectrum
- Water Resistance (40 minutes)
Claims:
- Provides comprehensive protection against both UVA and UVB radiation, reducing the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer.
- Offers a high SPF value for effective protection against UVB rays.
- Achieves a high PA Rating and Boots Star Rating to ensure optimal UVA protection.
- Features a broad-spectrum formula with a critical wavelength that exceeds regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates water resistance, maintaining SPF efficacy even after immersion in water for the claimed period.
Turnaround Time: 2–3 weeks