Still Waters Posted April 28, 2017 #1 Share Posted April 28, 2017 For years we’ve been told to slap on sunscreen to protect against the harmful effects of the sun’s UV rays. But eco-conscious beachgoers may want to take care with their sunscreen this summer, as studies show that many contemporary sunscreens pose a threat to the ocean environment. Oxybenzone is a common chemical found in all types of sunscreen, but particularly in the spray-on variety, that researchers have found harms coral, and is in high concentrations at some of the most world’s most popular reefs. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/apr/28/sunscreen-damage-coral-research-oxybenzone 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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