An active sunscreen ingredient known as oxybenzone has become increasingly condemned by health providers and ecologists alike, says Dr. Mark, as it's been "noted to ruin coral reefs and have negative effects on our endocrine system," he summarizes. " There are concerns that oxybenzone, when absorbed in humans, may have possible effects on the endocrine system ," says Dr. Cohen. But it's important to note that benzene and oxybenzone are not the same. Unlike benzene, oxybenzone is an FDA-approved sunscreen active chemical ingredient and shouldn't be confused with any other chemical agent. Last month Johnson & Johnson recalled five sunscreen products in the United States after internal testing identified low levels of benzene in some batches. Neutrogena, which is owned by Johnson & Johnson, said it was recalling the sunscreen "out of an abundance of caution". Experts still advocate for regular sunscreen use, citing zinc oxide and titanium dioxide as two of the safest and most effective actives. In a statement to CNET, a representative from the FDA said the agency "takes seriously any safety concerns raised about products we regulate, including sunscreen. While the agency evaluates the submitted citizen petition, we will continue to monitor the sunscreen marketplace and manufacturing efforts to help ensure the availability of safe sunscreens for US consumers."

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