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Occupational UVR skin protection by make-up.
R Bonner1, M Khazova, J B O'Hagan
1PLASA Ltd, Redoubt House, 1 Edward Road, Eastbourne BN23 8AS, UK.
Radiation Protection Dosimetry
|May 18, 2011
Summary
Make-up may offer some skin protection against ultraviolet radiation (UVR) for entertainment workers. However, its effectiveness varies, meaning make-up alone is not a reliable safeguard against UVR exposure.
Area of Science:
- Photobiology
- Occupational Health
- Cosmetic Science
Background:
- New European Union legislation addresses worker exposure to artificial optical radiation.
- Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) poses a significant hazard, especially in entertainment settings with intense lighting.
- Cosmetics, specifically make-up, are explored as a potential protective measure against UVR.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the ultraviolet protection capabilities of make-up commonly used in the entertainment industry.
- To determine the variability in UVR protection offered by different make-up products and application methods.
Main Methods:
- Evaluation of UVR protection levels for various make-up formulations.
- Assessment of different application techniques and their impact on UVR shielding.
- Analysis of protection against actinic UV in relation to specific luminaires used in entertainment.
Main Results:
- The UVR protection afforded by make-up varies significantly.
- Different luminaires and application techniques result in inconsistent protection levels.
- Make-up alone does not provide a reliable barrier against harmful UV radiation.
Conclusions:
- Make-up offers a variable degree of protection against UV radiation.
- It cannot be solely relied upon as a protective measure for skin exposed to actinic UV.
- Further research and complementary protective strategies are needed for entertainment industry workers.
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