If you buy sunscreen, you need to listen to this.In late 2025, class-action lawsuits were filed alleging fraud in the sunscreen industry against brands like La Roche-Posay, Sun Bum, and Hawaiian Tropic. They claim the SPF numbers on the bottles are vastly higher than what the product actually provides.It's a consequence of systemic issues in the industry.In this episode, I’m explaining the science behind the scandal. I break down the issues with SPF testing, the chemical UV filter hidden in your "mineral" sunscreens, and how to choose a reliable clean sunscreen.In this video: 0:00 - The 2025 Sunscreen Lawsuits 0:48 - The SPF Numbers in Question2:03 - The Problem in SPF Testing 3:28 - The "Fake Mineral" Scandal (Butyloctyl Salicylate) 5:08 - The Zinc Check: How to calculate true SPF 7:09 - How to scan for safe sunscreen instantlyResources: 📲 Download the Switch Natural App to scan products for toxins: https://switchnatural.onelink.me/uZpY... 📸 Follow me on Instagram: / switch.natural 📝 Check out my blog: www.switchnatural.comThe "Zinc Check" Cheat Sheet:1. Look for approx. 1.6 SPF units for every 1% of Zinc Oxide.2. You generally need 20% Zinc Oxide for a reliable SPF 30.3. Avoid "Butyloctyl Salicylate" in the inactive ingredients.Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. The lawsuit details mentioned are based on allegations and independent testing cited in court filings from late 2025. No verdict has been reached.

In this episode, I'm connecting the dots on a critical, game-changing update about talc. This isn't just about the J&J asbestos lawsuits anymore, it's about a new EU classification that's banning the talc mineral itself.

There is a massive regulatory gap here, and it highlights a hard truth: we have to be our own regulators. I'm breaking down the recent $1 billion lawsuit, the EU's position on talc in cosmetics, and why "asbestos-free" is not it. I also share what to look for on labels and how to make sure this presumed carcinogen is NOT in your makeup bag.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Talc Concerns
• 00:03:00 Johnson & Johnson Lawsuit
• 00:06:00 EU's New Classification of Talc
• 00:09:00 Health Risks and Consumer Responsibility
• 00:12:00 Switch Natural App and Conclusion

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Resources & Links

• Download the Switch Natural App (1-Week Free Trial): The easiest way to "Be Your Own Regulator." Scan products, check for talc (and thousands of other ingredients), and find safer swaps. Download here.

• Read the Full Talc Report: See all the sources, product examples, and my full deep-dive on the blog. Read it here.

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  The information in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

  
  

In this episode I deconstruct what actually happens with cosmetic recalls, who is in charge, and why it's a phenomenon faced by companies of all sizes. I highlights specific cases like Banana Boat and Suave's benzene contamination and Suntegrity's proactive reformulation, giving you a clearer understanding of the recall process and its implications, and when you need to worry.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Cosmetic Recalls
• 00:00:49 MOCRA Legislation and Its Impact
• 00:01:22 Case Studies: Banana Boat and Suave
• 00:01:51 Suntegrity's Proactive Approach
• 00:02:45 Conclusion and Consumer Awareness