Seal of Recommendation

Broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreens with an SPF (sun protection factor) of 30 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.

Requirements (FDA approved testing):

• Minimum SPF 30 and substantiation of any water-resistance claims, tested on 10 human subjects.
• Minimum critical wavelength of 373 nm.
• Phototoxicity testing on 20 human subjects.
• HRIPT (also known as RIPT) contact irritancy testing on 20 human subjects.

Broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreens with an SPF of 50 or higher that protect your skin during extended 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.

Requirements (FDA approved testing):

• Minimum SPF 50 with proof of water resistance, tested on 10 human subjects.
• Minimum critical wavelength of 373 nm.
• Phototoxicity testing on 20 human subjects.
• HRIPT (also known as RIPT) contact irritancy testing on 20 human subjects.

All sun protection products excluding sunscreens, such as UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) fabric for clothing, awnings and umbrellas, hats, sun-protective eyewear and window film and glass.

Fabric Requirements

• Minimum of 50 UPF on the lightest shade in the range.
• Acceptable test results according to the AATCC method or AS/NZS Standard.
• Hats should have a minimum 3-inch brim around the circumference or a minimum 3-inch bill with a permanently attached drape to cover the neck and ears. Baby and toddler hats (size 5T and below) can be submitted with a 2½-inch brim.

Window Film, Glass and Eyewear Requirements

• 99 percent or greater blockage of solar UVA (>320 – 380 nm) and UVB (>290 – 320 nm) radiation.