Titanium Dioxide/Zinc Oxide Sunscreen

**Semantic type:** Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A sunscreen formulated with titanium dioxide and zinc oxide with broad UV spectrum protecting activity. Upon topical application, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide reflect and block both UVA and UVB ultraviolet light rays, thereby protecting the skin against UVA and UVB radiation that causes sunburn, premature aging of the skin, skin cancer, and other skin damage. SPF30 and SPF60 contain 5% titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, and 7.5% titanium dioxide and zinc, oxide respectively.

**Synonyms:** - Vanicream Sunscreen SPF 60 - titanium dioxide/zinc oxide sunscreen cream SPF 60