Sun Care Products Boost Protection

Posted: August 1, 2006

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New under the Alba Botanica Hawaiian Skin Care brand is an Aloe Vera SPF 15 Sunscreen. The sunscreen is made with a blend of tropical fruit extracts, which defend against free radical damage. The extracts continue their work, soothing and repairing sensitive skin. The popular aloe vera ingredient is combined with sunflower seed oil, which is absorbed by the skin quickly and effectively. The product is available in a 4 fl oz tube and has been certified organic and hypoallergenic.

China’s Everyu Ice Crystal Sun-Block Kit offers everything needed for a day in the sun. The kit contains a 50 ml Deeper Sun Screen Lotion with SPF 25 PA+++, which claims to be sweat and waterproof. It is said to form a long-lasting protective film to block sun and prevent damage from UVA. The lotion also provides protection from air pollution, replenishes skin and claims to reduce cutin aging. Once the day has ended, the kit holds an After Sun Recovering Milk which claims to block air pollution, prevent dark spots and replenish moisture to the skin. Finally, the kit includes a Whitening Ice Medicated Facial Masque. The product is filled with essential oil and continues the replenishment of moisture and nutrients, deep into the skin.

Soft Sense After-Sun Repair Foaming Snow is another product from China, designed to provide relief after a day in the sun. The product claims to have double repair effect. The first repair is foaming that is said to calm and relax skin with a quick massage. The second repair contains unique ingredients, including aloe vera extract, licorice and oatmeal. It is said to help block free radical damage from after sun. Foaming Snow is used to repair skin as well as reduce redness and sun damage. The foam is said to raise skin self-protection ability and provide an after sun spa experience.

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