The cheapest, quickest and easiest route to healthy skin is to adequately protect it against UV rays. Because of the huge benefits to skin, sun protection is an area I’m immensely interested in and I strive to keep abreast of the latest developments. Therefore, I was in my element at a recent breakfast briefing held by Ultrasun to give an update on their latest news and product launches. While I was there I managed to put some questions to mega-knowledgable Abi Cleeve, MD at Ultrasun UK…
1. There’s some worry amongst consumers about the use of nano particles in sun protection products. I’ve researched this area myself and am completely reassured that they’re safe. What’s your view on this issue"
There’s been a change in definition in what’s classed as ‘nano’ and now the particle size is larger. We use coated nano technology which is easier for the skin to hold on to and sits in the layers of the skin. It did get a bad press over concerns that it reached the blood stream but there’s no chance of that now. 2. Your products are known to be suitable for those with sensitive skin as they’re free from perfumes and, in most cases, oils and preservatives. Why are they also emulsifier-free" The reason I ask is that I don’t think emulsifiers are an ingredient that consumers generally seek to avoid in the same why as perfumes, oils etc.
Emulsifiers can dehydrate the skin and hydrated skin ca...