According to a survey, these two sunscreens do not keep their promise of protection

Bad news as sunny days approach. In a survey published on April 18, UFC-Que Choisir analyzed facial sunscreens labeled SPF 50 and 50+, observing thirteen products of different brands. The results are alarming: for a third of them the “level of protection shown” is not guaranteed. A real problem when the sunscreen reflex is not yet on everyone’s mind.

Lancaster Sun and Vichy sunscreens highlighted

Two products are of particular concernand are equipped with completely insufficient protection: Lancaster Sun Sensitive luminous tanning cream non-greasy milky fluid, which nevertheless presents itself as the “best sun protection” of the brand, sold for 88 euros, and the Vichy Capital Sun 50+ creamy protective creamsold for around 30 euros.

To carry out this investigation, UFC-Que Choisir tested these creams against two types of ultraviolet rays, namely UVA and UVB. The 50 and 50+ indices promised by the products analyzed” they are believed to provide the highest levels of protection from ultraviolet rays », According to the association.

The Directorate General for Competition and Fraud Prevention has been contacted

But among the 13 items tested, “ five do not meet expected levels of sun protection », we read in the conclusions of the investigation. Additionally, four creams labeled 50 and 50+ provide “protection” only. corresponding to an index 30 », alarms the UFC-Que Choisir who states that it is rare to observe it “ such a failure rate “.

The UFC has contacted the authorities to obtain sanctions against the affected brands, issuing formal documents and contacting the Directorate General for Competition and Fraud Repression (DGCCRF). He therefore wants the authority to impose sanctions “brands that market such products”and intensifies their control.

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