Beyond UV protection – blue light, infrared and pollution protection actives

Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the harmful effects of different wavelengths of light, and other environmental factors such as pollution. As a result, the spectrum of light and list of aggressors that consumers are seeking protection from is expanding. 

The increasing presence of air pollutants means that consumers have a greater exposure to free radicals which can lead to oxidative stress and causes the denaturation of proteins, lipids, sugars, DNA, cellular membranes and cells. As well as environmental aggressors, blue light or HEV (High Energy Visible) emitted from our electronic devices, also referred to Digital Light pollution, can cause premature ageing and hyperpigmentation. 

Croda goes beyond UV protection and offers protection against Infrared radiation, HEV or Blue Light, and other environmental aggressors from the Solaveil™, Infraveil™ and Optisol™ ranges of mineral filters.