Pro-Lite has supplied a Labsphere UV-2000S sunscreen analyser for the in-vitro testing of sun-care products to Edinburgh-based Alba Science.
As a result of this latest investment, Alba is able to offer measurements that are fully compliant with the EU guidelines, the Boots Star Rating System (2008 revision) and the proposed Food and Drug Administration (FDA) method.
Sun protection products protect against sunlight-induced erythema with the level of performance indicated by the sun protection factor (SPF).
Since the SPF is influenced primarily by UVB wavelengths, it is no longer considered a sufficient indicator of a sunscreen product's protection against UVA exposure (Colipa guidelines, June 2009).
Consequently, many sunscreens will need to be tested to comply with the new regulations.
Alba Science's new range of sun-care product testing services adheres to the Colipa guideline method for the in-vitro determination of UVA protection and is fully compliant with EU guidelines, the Boots Star Rating System (2008 revision) and the proposed FDA method.
