Only 1 in 4 sunscreens on the market are safe and effective, new study finds

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With summer just around the corner, it's a good time to gear up for the sunny days ahead, and that usually means stocking up on sunscreen.

According to the Environmental Working Group, out of 1,700 products tested, which included recreational sunscreens and daily-use SPF products, nearly 300 contain oxybenzone, octinoxate, or both; half of the products raise significant concerns about allergies; and almost 30% list"fragrance" on the label as an undisclosed mystery ingredient.

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