Sunscreens: Some Ingredients Can Do More Harm Than Good

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Sunscreens: Some Ingredients Can Do More Harm Than Good
By Troy Tyrell, Founder of Tsquared Personal Training & WBN Contributor
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Vancouver, BC — Sunscreen is supposed to protect us from the sun’s harmful rays, but did you know some sunscreen ingredients can actually do more harm than good? A recent review of popular sunscreen chemicals highlights a growing concern about their effects on both human health and the environment.

Ingredients like oxybenzone and para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) have been linked to hormonal disruptions and allergic reactions in some users. Others, such as benzophenone-3 (BP-3) and octinoxate, are known to harm marine ecosystems, damaging coral reefs and aquatic life.

But not all sunscreens are bad news. Safer alternatives—like mineral-based sunscreens containing zinc oxide and titanium dioxide—offer broad-spectrum protection without these negative effects. “As personal trainers, we encourage our clients to make informed choices about their overall health, including the products they use on their skin,” says Troy Tyrell of Tsquared Personal Training.

This growing awareness underscores the importance of reading sunscreen labels carefully and opting for options that are both body-friendly and eco-friendly. If you’re serious about your health and fitness, don’t overlook the role of skin protection—it’s a crucial part of your overall wellness routine.

To learn more about which sunscreen ingredients to avoid and how to keep your skin healthy, check out our full article:
🔗 Sunscreens: Some Do More Harm Than Good

By Troy Tyrell, Founder of Tsquared Personal Training
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