Oral sun protection in capsules, do you already know?
We already know that sun protection is essential for skin preservation. Sun rays are among the factors that most cause aging, breaking down collagen, producing free radicals, blemishes and even leading to skin cancer.
With the constant advancement of studies, nowadays it is possible to use sun protection orally as well, which acts as a complement to the topical sunscreen. These tablets have active ingredients that reflect or absorb radiation, generating an anti-inflammatory action. and antioxidant.
How does the capsule protector work?
Sun exposure or visible light causes countless damage to our dermis, because alone it cannot fully defend itself from UVA and UVB rays, thus increasing the levels of free radicals that consequently increase toxicity in the body and damage to cells. The oral sunscreen combats free radicals through Polypodium Leucotomos, a powerful antioxidant that acts to prevent inflammation and immune regulation, clearly associated with the topical sunscreen.
Who can use it?
As it is a plant-based active ingredient, Polypodium leucotomos, a species of fern native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, is not considered a medicine, therefore its contraindications are practically null, requiring an individual assessment with a professional. qualified to be prescribed the correct quantity and form of use.
Where to find?
Oral sunscreens can be manipulated or found in pharmacies with trade names such as Helioral, Flebon or Inthos, in addition to Polypodium leucotomos we have as allies pycnogenol, lutein, vitamin C which are also great for helping to prevent cell damage, antioxidants and collagen production synthesis.