ABSTRACT
Introduction 525
Sunscreen History 526
Market Share and Trends 526
Formulations 527
Consumer Benefits and Performance Needs 527
Usage and Performance Needs During UV Exposure 528
Water/Sweat Resistance 529
Sunbathing/Suntanning Products 531 Fast Drying Sunscreen Gel 532
Additional Considerations 532
Patents 532
Photostability 533
Conclusions 533
References 533
INTRODUCTION
What are recreational sunscreens and what sets them apart from other types of
products that attenuate UV rays? Is the term “recreational sunscreen” an oversim-
plification? After all, it includes many types of products whose performance and
benefits vary widely. Other terminology such as “beach products,” for example,
can be even more misleading as descriptors of products used under demanding
conditions and in a wide variety of situations. Often, sunscreen products that offer
the type of performance attributes and benefits of recreational sunscreens are
required as an important part of a daily photoprotection regime. This is especially
important for those who are frequently exposed to UV radiation, perhaps for long
periods because of their occupation (not recreation) outdoors.
