EDWARD BARTHOLOMEY
Kobo Products Inc.,
3474 South Plainfield, New Jersey, USA

Abstract

Formulators are challenged to produce sunscreen products that have a higher SPF to both fulfill consumer needs and to meet the current regulations for these products. Sunscreen actives when incorporated in the correct ratios and with optimal processing can achieve many of the requirements for producing sunscreens. However, other materials exist that are not classified as sunscreen actives and can increase or boost the UVA/UVB protection. Many of these are of natural origin or are derived from plant sources. Antioxidants provide formulators with a wide variety of choices to increase UVA/UVB protection, many of them being of natural origin. Multiple antioxidants have a greater effect than single antioxidants with respect to sun protection.

INTRODUCTION

Ultraviolet radiation from the sun or other sources can cause oxidative damage to the skin from free radicals and reactive oxygen species that form due to the interaction of UV rays with human tissue. This is a major health issue for the population. However, sun damage can also cause aging of the skin in the form of wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, and textural changes that may be related to the loss of moisture or changes within the epidermis. The first layer, the stratum corneum, is responsible for the look, feel, and health of the skin. Sunscreen products that include inorganic or organic actives help to protect the skin from UVA/UVB rays by virtue of their chemical or chemical and physical properties, absorption or reflection.

ANTIOXIDANTS AND BOTANICAL OILS

It is essential not only to protect the skin from the sun, but it is also important to make certain that the skin has essential nutrients available to nourish it. Though the main focus for our study was sun protection with antioxidants we also wanted to be sure the ingredients for our mixture provided skin care benefits, as well.
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