Melanin or pigment is the substance that determines the depth of color in our skin. It’s a well known fact that human melanin is also the most critical factor in protecting the skin from UV damage. Individuals with darker skin show far fewer aging changes associated with cumulative sun exposure, and sun induced skin cancers are less likely to occur.

PhytoMelanin is a plant-based technology that is found in the fruit of the date palm. It contains a dark brown, water soluble pigment that protects the maturing fruit from the intense sun found in the arid desert climate. Because the composition of this plant based date form of PhytoMelanin mimics human melanin, it has the same superb antioxidant and free radical scavenger properties.

Studies have demonstrated that topical application of PhytoMelanin to human skin can also result in helping to prevent UV damage, including protection against sunburn cell formation, lipid peroxidation, erythema and inflammation.

By incorporating PhytoMelanin technology into our SPF 30 Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant, this already remarkable formula now provides even greater natural photoprotection along with exceptional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

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