Welcome to the latest technology in sunscreen – Heliocare – Understanding the importance of the type of sunscreen you use is an important aspect for the protection of your family. Heliocare products are a daily use antioxidant formula that helps maintain your skin’s ability to protect against sun-related effects and aging.
Heliocare Suncare and sunscreen products are developed specifically for the South African Sun and offer superior UV protection with advanced ingredient formulations, catering to a wide range of skin types and uses. Heliocare has a full range of both oral and topical photoprotection products.
Heliocare was developed by Dermatologists to ensure the best sun protection possible. These suncare products are an antioxidant formula created with mineral, zinc, and titanium UV blockers that help maintain your skin’s ability to protect you against the sun and the anti-aging effects and free radicals. All Heliocare products have been enriched with Fernblock®
What is Fernblock®?
Fernblock® is a natural extract of Polypodium leucotomos, a species of fern native to Central America. Fernblock® is an exclusive and highly concentrated fern extract that maximizes the properties of Polypodium leucotomos. Fernblock® is a natural source of antioxidant substances, such as polyphenols and monosaccharides.
Fernblock® is the only standardized Polypodium leucotomos extract on the market. These plants grow in optimal conditions in Central American plantations, under the watchful eye of a team of biologists. Fernblock® may be effective in the prevention and treatment of photoaging, skin cancer, photodermatosis, melasma, vitiligo, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis.
Benefits of Heliocare:
Antioxidant activity: Neutralizes free radicals that cause unwanted aging, sun damage, and cancer.
Unique Fernblock ®technology stimulates collagen.
Immunoprotection: Protects Langerhans cells to keep the body’s defense systems intact.
Protects against DNA damage.
Activates DNA repair enzymes to reverse past damage.
Different formulations for different skin types and skin disorders such as acne.
Elegant formulations for maximum comfort and absorption:
o Dry-touch, oil-free formulations with mattifying effects.
o Hydrating formulations that are light-weight and well absorbed.
Pleasant smell and color finish.
Does Heliocare offer a variety of products?
Heliocare product range includes the following products:
– Heliocare 360 Fluid Cream SPF 50+ – is a light, innovative physical sunscreen with anti-aging benefits, potent sun protection, and skin repair actions. Heliocare protects the skin from harmful effects of the full solar radiation spectrum such as Visible Light and Infrared radiation.
– Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free – Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF 50 is an ultra-light, mattifying gel that absorbs into the skin quickly. This product will leave your skin with the necessary hydration, but dry to the touch.
– Heliocare 360 Pediatrics Atopic Lotion Spray SPF 50 – is a hypoallergenic formula designed to protect babies and children even with intolerant, atopic-prone skin. Perfectly suited for application on the body and can be used by all skin types.
– Heliocare 360 Pediatrics Lotion – Photo protector lotion for children. Hypoallergenic light texture protector for the face and body of children tested on sensitive skin. Its formula and dosing format allow for easy application of the product, which is absorbed and spreads quickly.
– Heliocare 360 Capsules – are specifically for those at high risk of pigmentation, aging, and skin cancer. It is ideal for summer months when the sun is at its highest intensity and most dangerous. These capsules are to compliment your current sun protection routine, it is not a replacement.
– Heliocare Ultra Capsules – Its formula with Fernblock® helps improve skin resistance to sun damage from the first capsule. In combination with topical photoprotection, they provide homogeneous and uniform protection of the entire body surface and for hard-to-reach areas (scalp, eyes, ears, etc.). They accelerate tanning, thanks to its beta-carotene content. They are gluten-free.
Where can I find Heliocare products in Pretoria?
Dr. Merchen Naude is only a sports doctor but looks after athletes like herself. This suncare range is available for purchase at Dr. Merchen Naude’s offices.