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The Skin Cancer Foundation, founded in 1979, saves and improves lives. They empower people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer. Learn more about The Skin Cancer Foundation here.
The Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation is a badge found on packaging, labels and tags that guarantees the products displaying it meet or exceed the Foundation’s standards for safe and effective sun protection. It is a symbol recognized and trusted worldwide and helps millions of people make informed decisions when choosing sun protection. The program is overseen by a committee of volunteer dermatologists who are experts in how ultraviolet (UV) light can affect skin. They review the data submitted by applicants and confirm that each product meets the Foundation’s standards.
The Foundation grants the Daily Use Seal to broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreens with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or higher that safeguard you from incidental sun exposure, the kind that occurs over short periods of time, like walking to and from the car, going to work and running errands.
This category includes moisturizers, color cosmetics, foundations, eye creams, and lip products.
The Foundation grants the Active Use Seal to broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB), water-resistant sunscreens with an SPF of 30 or higher that protect your skin during prolonged sun exposure outside when engaging in recreational activities at the beach or park, as well as outdoor work.
This category includes high SPF products, sport sunscreens, and baby products.
Check out the Colorescience products on this page to learn which Skin Cancer Foundation Seals they have earned.