WASHINGTON (WABC) -- Consumer Reports magazine is issuing a warning about spray-on sunscreens.
Consumer Reports released an article with the headline "Don't spray sunscreens on kids, at least for now." The article is in response to last month's announcement by the Food and Drug Administration that it is now investigating the potential risks of spray sunscreens.
The dangers of spray sunscreen include the risk that kids might inhale the ingredients. Another risk is that spray sunscreen may not coat every area like it should.
Consumer reports now recommends the following:
Consumer Reports has also tested a number of sunscreens. You can see their ratings here.