What Does "Paba Free" Mean and Why It Matters for Your Skincare
                                
                                
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                                In 2019, the FDA ruled that para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) was no longer recognized as safe and effective for use in sunscreens, making the 'paba free' label a critical indicator of a modern and safer formula. This shift reflects decades of dermatological concerns over its side effects.