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Licochalcone A, UVA/UVB Filter, Glycyrrhetinic Acid
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Licochalcone A is a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing ingredient. It is derived from the root of the Chinese Licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza Inflata) which uses natural compounds to protect its cells from excessive sunlight. When used in skincare products, Licochalcone A works to reduce inflammation and neutralises free radicals that negatively influence skin cells and accelerate the aging process. It helps to protect the deeper epidermal skin layers from sun-induced effects.
Glycyrrhetinic acid (also called Enoxolon) is derived from the roots of Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice plant) and is well-known in traditional Chinese medicine. It is a pentacyclic triterpenoid with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Glycyrrhetinic acid helps to preserve the level of hyaluronic acid and elastin against enzymatic degradation by hyaluronidase. Furthermore supports the skin's own repair mechanism against UV-induced DNA damage.
Why do I need a SPF sunscreen?
A Sun Protection Factor (SPF) enhances your own natural level of protection, extending the time it takes for the skin to burn. However, it is best to limit sun exposure and remember that skin damage can occur even before sunburn is visible. Also it is important to remember that no sun protection lotion can give 100% protection.
What is the difference between UVA and UVB rays?
Long wave UVA (Ultraviolet A) rays emitted by the sun penetrate deeply into the skin and are the originating factor of oxidative stress in the skin. They play a greater role in long-term sun damage and are a major cause of skin ageing and skin cancer. In addition, UVA rays may trigger sensitive reactions such as polymorphic light eruption (PLE). Short wave UVB (Ultraviolet B) rays, on the contrary, cause more visible damage to the skin, leading to what we usually refer to as sunburn. It penetrates the skin less deeply than UVA but is the main responsibility for cellular DNA damage.
Is Eucerin Sun Spray Transparent Sensitive Protect SPF 50 suitable for young kids?
Eucerin Sun Spray Transparent Sensitive Protect SPF 50 was specifically developed for adults. Alternatively, for children over 1 year old try Eucerin Kids Sun Lotion Sensitive Protect SPF 50+.
What is the difference between mineral and chemical UVA/UVB filters?
Chemical filters are absorbed by the skin and transform UV rays into harmless warmth, whereas mineral filters remain on the surface of the skin and reflect and scatter UV rays that reach the surface of the skin. Most modern sun protection formulas use a combination of both for effective protection.
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