| The Test - To our knowledge, SolRx is the only sunblock manufacturer in the world who publishes its test results. SolRx products' SPF ratings are assigned based on results after 8 consecutive hours on the skin, 6 of which are in the water (12-30 minute immersions separated by 10 minute intermissions). Other sunscreens make their SPF claims after only 80 minutes, and only half of that is in the water. SolRx achieved the top rating (97% -100%) in the 8 hour test, and zero in the RIPT (skin irritation test) and those are both the highest ratings available.
8-Hour Waterproof and Sweatproof tests were conducted using a panel of female Caucasians with skin types that either burn easily or sometimes burn when exposed to sun.
|
 |
| Sunblock was applied as prescribed by test instructions. A static SPF test was performed and our products were rated SPF 44.83. Testing was then initiated. Subjects were subjected to 30-minute intermittent periods in water using whirlpool at 75-80 degrees F, circulation jets on and jogging in place for the duration of immersion periods. |
 |
The Results: SolRx 8 hour waterproof tests continue to be conducted periodically since 1991.
At end of the initial testing, products maintained rating of SPF 44 or higher. No adverse effects or any unexpected reactions of any kind were observed on any of the subjects, during or after any of the tests.
Testing Conclusions
- SolRx 8-Hour sunblocks will stay on a minimum of 8-Hours in or out of water
- No negative effects to user
- Virtually ZERO WASH-OFF of sunblock with products maintaining 97- 100% strength
SolRx® Sunscreen Products Formulations and Characteristics:
- 8-hour waterproof
- Water-based or organic aloe-based
- Non-greasy, oil-free light lotions that go on clear
- 100% PABA free, with no PABA derivatives
- Animal free with no animal testing
- Padimate-o free
- Non-irritating to the skin
- Paraben free
- SolRx Original SPF #35 & #15 are Salicylate free
Download SolRx test results:
Evaluation of Sun Protection Factor (Extended Very Water Resistant) - 6-Hour Immersion (Total test time 8 hours)
AMA LABORATORIES, INC. Download Now - 829 kb
50 Human Subject Repeat Insult Patch Test Skin Irritation/Sensitization Evaluation (Occlusive Patch)
AMA LABORATORIES, INC. Download Now - 676 kb
|
