Benzene in Suncscreen

What is the main topic of the article?

• The dangers of benzene in aerosol sunscreens

• The benefits of sunscreen

• How to apply sunscreen correctly

• The history of sunscreen development

What is benzene?

• A type of sunscreen

• A sweet-smelling, petroleum-derived toxic chemical

• A natural ingredient in sunscreens

• A type of sunburn

What percentage of sunscreen batches tested had detectable concentrations of benzene?

• 75%

• 50%

• 27%

• 10%

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-5

Which brands issued recalls for their contaminated sunscreens?

• Clinique and Estée Lauder

• Banana Boat and Hawaiian Tropic

• Aveeno, Neutrogena, and Coppertone

• Olay and L'Oréal

What is the main health risk associated with benzene exposure?

• Sunburn

• Cancer

• Dehydration

• Skin irritation

What should consumers avoid to minimize benzene exposure?

• Using mineral sunscreens

• Using SPF values below 30

• Using spray and powder sunscreens

• Using lotions

What is the EWG's recommendation for applying spray sunscreen?

• Apply to hands first then wipe on skin

• Spray directly on the skin

• Avoid using it altogether

• Mix it with lotion

What is the main reason for benzene contamination in sunscreens?

• Packaging materials

• Inactive petroleum-derived ingredients

• Active ingredients

• Manufacturing errors

What is the recommended SPF value to avoid according to the EWG?

• Above 50

• Between 20 and 40

• Below 15

• Exactly 30

What is the main call to action for the FDA in the article?

• To require manufacturers to test their products and verify they are free of harmful chemicals

• To promote the use of aerosol sunscreens

• To ban all sunscreens

• To increase the SPF value in sunscreens