Sunscreen recall
Posted Nov 26, 2012 10:25 am.
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The makers of a popular line of sun products is expanding its recall of continuous spray sunscreens because they pose a fire risk.
Health Canada says consumers should check Banana Boat sunscreen products in their travel kits and at cottages to see if they are affected.
A statement from the department says the products can ignite on the skin if a user is exposed to an open flame or spark before the sunscreen has dried.
There have been five reports of such events, one in Canada and four in the United States.
Health Canada is also warning that similar products from other manufacturers may also pose a risk.
The department says people should not apply continuous spray sun care products near open flames or sparks, or around cigarettes.
