ReviewThe British journal of dermatology2019
Sunscreen photoprotection and vitamin D status.
Review in The British journal of dermatology, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 81 papers, 6 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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81 citing papers in PubMed, 6 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 193 citations in OpenAlex.
- A Systematic Review of Vitamin D Supplementation in Oncology: Chance of Science or Effectiveness?Nutrients · 2025Pooled it
- To what Extent does Vitamin D and its Serum Levels Influence the Severity of Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Literature Review.Acta dermato-venereologica · 2024Pooled it
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- Shift Work and Serum Vitamin D Levels: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Pooled it
- Vitamin D status and supplementation in Antarctica: a systematic review and meta- analysis.International journal of circumpolar health · 2021Pooled it
- Vitamin D Modulation of the Innate Immune Response to Paediatric Respiratory Pathogens Associated with Acute Lower Respiratory Infections.Nutrients · 2021Pooled it
- Innovative digital solution supporting sun protection and vitamin D synthesis by using satellite-based monitoring of solar radiation.Photochemical & photobiological sciences : Official journal of the European Photochemistry Association and the European Society for Photobiology · 2022Trial
- Optimal sunscreen use, during a sun holiday with a very high ultraviolet index, allows vitamin D synthesis without sunburn.The British journal of dermatology · 2019Trial
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- Beyond Melanin: A Literature Review of Photoprotection Mechanisms and Gaps in Skin of Color.Cureus · 2026Review
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- Two-Dimensional UVA Dose Mapping Using a TTC-Pluronic F-127 Hydrogel Dosimeter.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Sunscreen, vitamin D and skin of colour.Australian prescriber · 2026Article
- Sunscreen application substantially mitigates molecular perturbations induced by repetitive UV exposure and maintains healthy skin.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Prevalence of Vitamin D Hypovitaminosis in Croatia: A Cross-Sectional Study Based on Routine Clinical Examinations.Nutrients · 2025Article
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- Photoaging: Current Concepts on Molecular Mechanisms, Prevention, and Treatment.American journal of clinical dermatology · 2025Review
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- Can the use of vitamin D-fortified sunscreen cream be the solution to the vitamin D deficiency pandemic?Archives of dermatological research · 2025Article
- [Vitamin D deficiency: positioning of the Medical Nutrition Research Unit].Revista medica del Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social · 2025Review
21 more citing papers are in PubMed but not listed here.
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Abstract
backgroundGlobal concern about vitamin D deficiency has fuelled debates on photoprotection and the importance of solar exposure to meet vitamin D requirements.
objectivesTo review the published evidence to reach a consensus on the influence of photoprotection by sunscreens on vitamin D status, considering other relevant factors.
methodsAn international panel of 13 experts in endocrinology, dermatology, photobiology, epidemiology and biological anthropology reviewed the literature prior to a 1-day meeting in June 2017, during which the evidence was discussed. Methods of assessment and determining factors of vitamin D status, and public health perspectives were examined and consequences of sun exposure and the effects of photoprotection were assessed.
resultsA serum level of ≥ 50 nmol L
conclusionsSunscreen use for daily and recreational photoprotection does not compromise vitamin D synthesis, even when applied under optimal conditions. What's already known about this topic? Knowledge of the relationship between solar exposure behaviour, sunscreen use and vitamin D is important for public health but there is confusion about optimal vitamin D status and the safest way to achieve this. Practical recommendations on the potential impact of daily and/or recreational sunscreens on vitamin D status are lacking for healthy people. What does this study add? Judicious use of daily broad-spectrum sunscreens with high ultraviolet (UV) A protection will not compromise vitamin D status in healthy people. However, photoprotection strategies for patients with photosensitivity disorders that include high sun-protection factor sunscreens with high UVA protection, along with protective clothing and shade-seeking behaviour are likely to compromise vitamin D status. Screening for vitamin D status and supplementation are recommended in patients with photosensitivity disorders.
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