People still need to protect their skin from ultraviolet sun rays with sunscreen even when wearing protective surgical face masks, according to new research from Kao.
Special Edition: Advances in sun protection - skin science and ingredients innovation
Danish startup Operators Skincare has developed a line of sun care products to withstand extreme conditions and highly active lifestyles experienced by military personnel and cater to needs in outdoor adventure sports.
Special Edition: Advances in sun protection - skin science and ingredients innovation
The sunscreen category has slowly advanced over several decades, but the last ten years of research has highlighted a true need for formulas that provide photoprotection beyond ultraviolet rays, notably visible light, according to a review.
Australian self-tanning and skin care brand Bondi Sands has outlined how it aims to become a leader in the sustainable beauty arena by focusing on packaging, ingredients and CSR.
Australian sun care brand The Kind Sunscreen is exploring new opportunities for its waterless ocean-safe mineral sunscreen among eco-conscious consumers at home and abroad.
New Zealand-based sun care brand Skinnies is pushing ahead with its international expansion in efforts to provide a waterless solution to the usability issues consumers face with conventional sunscreen.
Singapore-based personalised beauty start-up YOURS will be launching a sunscreen designed to help consumers overcome the hurdle of using sun protection daily.
In the latest episode of the Beauty Broadcast, we chat with Endota Spa and DSM about the growing desire among consumers have to protect their skin health from urban pollution.
Experts in Australia have been urging the public to carry on using sunscreen even though a widely publicised study has shown chemicals can be absorbed from some products into the bloodstream.
Researchers from Kao Corporation have developed a protective technology made from titanium dioxide flakes that can control the uncomfortable sensation of heat caused by sun exposure on skin.
Sisun International, the company behind South Korean apparel retailer Michaa, is looking to expand its business into the cosmetics market with its newly launched sun care brand.
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