Anti Pollution

About this collection

Pollution in different forms can cause skin distress. Examples include pollen, smog and smoke in the air, UV and other light radiation from natural sources or technology, thermal stress from heat/air conditioning etc. Such pollution can lead to visual dullness and signs of aging, or cause various skin disorders. In ground water, heavy metals can be injurious to health, let alone skin.

Within skin, they break down collagen and elastin and release free radicals. This causes signs of aging, inflammation, dehydration and other allergic skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis or acne—ultimately, even skin cancer. And although human skin acts as a biological shield against oxidative chemicals and physical air pollutants, prolonged or repetitive exposure to high levels may have profound negative effects.

Our collection is turning to a full spectrum of anti-pollution ingredients for answers. These range from plant extracts, vitamins or antioxidant complexes, to ingredients that create a physical barrier between skin and pollutants. Other promising approaches have chelating or magnetic properties, which are reported to prevent pollutants from interacting with the skin.

Plant extracts, vitamins and antioxidant complexes are among the most popular anti-pollution ingredients, favored by the growing demand for natural ingredients.