Health Canada Cautions Against Using Homemade Sunscreens

Health Canada is telling Canadians to avoid using homemade sunscreens because of the danger of sun exposure. “Do not use homemade sunscreen. Use only sunscreens approved for sale in Canada to protect against the sun’s UV rays,” a July 19 warning on Health Canada’s website says. The department notes that sunscreen recipes are being shared on social media. It cautions against making and using homemade sunscreens, since they may not protect against damage from the sun’s UV rays. The government recommends only using authorized sunscreen products. “All sunscreens approved for sale in Canada must have a Drug Identification Number (DIN) or Natural Product Number (NPN),” the notice says....