June 2012 PMID 22612478

Sunscreens: are they beneficial for health? An overview of endocrine disrupting properties of UV-filters.

M Krause, A Klit, M Blomberg Jensen, T Søeborg, H Frederiksen, M Schlumpf, W Lichtensteiger, N E Skakkebaek, K T Drzewiecki

Mentions

33
Peak: 5 in Apr 2022
across 7 sources since Oct 2017

Extended reach

71,855
potential audience

Total likes

2,740

Video views

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Oct 2017 – Nov 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a cautious stance, with posts citing scientific findings about endocrine disruptors present in sunscreens and concerns about reproductive toxicity, highlighted through phrases like 'potent endocrine disruptors' and 'toxicity.' The tone varies from informative to alarmed, emphasizing the potential health risks and calling for more awareness and caution in sunscreen use.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the potential harmful effects of certain UV filters and acknowledge the concerns raised in the publication about endocrine disruption.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest by examining the toxic effects, absorption rates, and potential health risks associated with sunscreens.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several comments reference scientific studies, mention specific chemicals like BP-3, and discuss implications, showing some depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations could influence consumer behavior and awareness about sunscreen safety, although the overall impact is moderate due to mixed messaging.

Abstract in brief

  • Sunscreens containing UVfilters are widely used and effective at preventing sunburns, but their protection against skin cancer, especially melanoma, is still uncertain.
  • The increasing global use of sunscreens and the rising incidence of melanoma, combined with experimental evidence that some UVfilters disrupt endocrine functions, raises concerns about their safety.
  • Animal studies suggest UVfilters may cause reproductive and developmental toxicity and hormone disruption, but human data is limited; nonetheless, UVfilters are highly absorbed and found in human urine and breast milk, prompting caution about potential impacts on fetal and child development.]

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@Beata01373973 · X

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Apr 25, 2022 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 2,200 followers View post →
Savanna Kwieran
@SavannaKwieran · X

@JustinS93048642 @MatrixMysteries Really? Two can play that game: Studies proving endocrine disruption from sunscreen: https://t.co/rF0SJXfhxE https://t.co/GmGQCtaWGR https://t.co/WLFbQCutlb https://t.co/KVZqOjsbYj https://t.co/bMANWapysv Studies linking sunscreen to cancer: https://t.co/DDL4kkhoET

May 21, 2025 · 7 likes · 419 followers View post →
Pani z dziekanatu
@Beata01373973 · X

Potencjalne działania niepożądane wywoływane przez filtry UV u zwierząt doświadczalnych obejmują toksyczność reprodukcyjną/rozwojową oraz zaburzenia osi podwzgórze-przysadka-tarczyca (HPT). https://t.co/RRSYretXmH

Apr 25, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 2,200 followers View post →
The Regenaissance
@_Regenaissance · X

Three major problems with many sunscreens: 1. They block UVB; disrupting the process of synthesizing vitamin D 2. They isolate UVA, which has been shown to be dangerous and carcinogenic 3. Many are full of endocrine disrupting chemicals https://t.co/HDWkN8mliU https://t.co/B20be72rpC

Aug 7, 2023 · 4 likes · 22,530 followers View post →
Al'ard Roi Tirrand
@RoyTyrrell1 · X

@HeidiJoyYoung @VigilantFox Sunscreens: are they beneficial for health? An overview of endocrine disrupting properties of UV-filters https://t.co/Ld9GkALcSE

Sep 5, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 810 followers View post →
Warrior-Primal
@WarriorPrimal1 · X

https://t.co/XjrdGaIb9M Many popular sunscreens contain potent endocrine disruptors. Protect your skin by eating a nutrient dense diet, avoiding alcohol in the sun - and if you start burning, cover up with clothes or a hat. Dont slather T lowering chemicals on your largest organ

Jun 2, 2022 · 1 like · 46 followers View post →

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Savanna Kwieran
@SavannaKwieran · X

@JustinS93048642 @MatrixMysteries Really? Two can play that game: Studies proving endocrine disruption from sunscreen: https://t.co/rF0SJXfhxE https://t.co/GmGQCtaWGR https://t.co/WLFbQCutlb https://t.co/KVZqOjsbYj https://t.co/bMANWapysv Studies linking sunscreen to cancer: https://t.co/DDL4kkhoET

May 21, 2025 · 7 likes · 419 followers View post →
Al'ard Roi Tirrand
@RoyTyrrell1 · X

RT @RoyTyrrell1: @HeidiJoyYoung @VigilantFox Sunscreens: are they beneficial for health? An overview of endocrine disrupting properties of…

Dec 9, 2024 · 1 share · 810 followers View post →
Al'ard Roi Tirrand
@RoyTyrrell1 · X

@HeidiJoyYoung @VigilantFox Sunscreens: are they beneficial for health? An overview of endocrine disrupting properties of UV-filters https://t.co/Ld9GkALcSE

Sep 5, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 810 followers View post →
DinkTheeper
@Bigknut116884 · X

@erm_just_Al @BogdanRMCF @morellifit https://t.co/k9smuhMJYk

Aug 12, 2024 · 172 followers View post →
The Regenaissance
@_Regenaissance · X

Three major problems with many sunscreens: 1. They block UVB; disrupting the process of synthesizing vitamin D 2. They isolate UVA, which has been shown to be dangerous and carcinogenic 3. Many are full of endocrine disrupting chemicals https://t.co/HDWkN8mliU https://t.co/B20be72rpC

Aug 7, 2023 · 4 likes · 22,530 followers View post →
alephh
@alephh · X

Sunscreens: are they beneficial for health? An overview of endocrine disrupting properties of UV-filters – One of the UV-filters, BP-3, has been found in 96% of urine samples in the US and several UV-filters in 85% of Swiss breast milk samples. https://t.co/pP93uWRB7O

Jun 14, 2023 · 389 followers View post →
Warrior-Primal
@WarriorPrimal1 · X

https://t.co/XjrdGaIb9M Many popular sunscreens contain potent endocrine disruptors. Protect your skin by eating a nutrient dense diet, avoiding alcohol in the sun - and if you start burning, cover up with clothes or a hat. Dont slather T lowering chemicals on your largest organ

Jun 2, 2022 · 1 like · 46 followers View post →
Warrior-Primal
@WarriorPrimal1 · X

@islaYEG @VanceE @DBelardoMD You are really grasping now, bobby. That shows dedication, strength, skill and toughness - all great attributes. Heres a link talking about the endocrine disrupting properties and toxicity of popular sunscreens. https://t.co/XjrdGaIb9M

Jun 2, 2022 · 46 followers View post →
Dominika
@Dominik63896189 · X

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Apr 26, 2022 · 2 shares · 47 followers View post →
Alicja Senatorska
@kumpkam · X

RT @Beata01373973: @MsAgnieszkaK @mikizone @Forseti60917717 Proszę, można włączyć tłumaczenie: https://t.co/RRSYretpx9 https://t.co/FhSvqfB…

Apr 25, 2022 · 2 shares · 47 followers View post →
UnijnaKapusta60
@unijnakapusta60 · X

RT @Beata01373973: Potencjalne działania niepożądane wywoływane przez filtry UV u zwierząt doświadczalnych obejmują toksyczność reprodukcyj…

Apr 25, 2022 · 1 share · 1,928 followers View post →
Pani z dziekanatu
@Beata01373973 · X

Potencjalne działania niepożądane wywoływane przez filtry UV u zwierząt doświadczalnych obejmują toksyczność reprodukcyjną/rozwojową oraz zaburzenia osi podwzgórze-przysadka-tarczyca (HPT). https://t.co/RRSYretXmH

Apr 25, 2022 · 6 likes · 1 share · 2,200 followers View post →
Pani z dziekanatu
@Beata01373973 · X

@MsAgnieszkaK @mikizone @Forseti60917717 Proszę, można włączyć tłumaczenie: https://t.co/RRSYretpx9 https://t.co/FhSvqfBwmN https://t.co/bJMZA9c9Fi https://t.co/5cJ81jdTeH https://t.co/00WeI5leQA https://t.co/qGHSl0Rrhl

Apr 25, 2022 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 2,200 followers View post →
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