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FDA proposes allowing sunscreen ingredient already used in Europe and Asia (www.nbcnews.com)

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Bemotrizinol, a broad-spectrum chemical sunscreen ingredient, has long been used abroad. Experts say it offers better protection against both UVA and UVB rays.

The Food and Drug Administration announced a proposal Thursday to make another sunscreen ingredient available to U.S. manufacturers.

The ingredient — a UV light filter called bemotrizinol — has long been available in Europe, Australia and some Asian countries. On social media, skin care enthusiasts share their sunscreen hauls from abroad.

It’s a broad-spectrum chemical sunscreen that’s far more stable. “It would not degrade upon exposure to sunlight,” Lim said.

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