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MANILA, Philippines - Research has shown that not only do we need sunscreen to defend skin from the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays, but we also need to fortify ourselves against free radicals with antioxidant vitamins. Introducing the UV Smart Booster Technology developed by Dermalogica, a customized microcapsule that safeguards active vitamins then bursts open upon contact with UV rays to release an active ingredient complex of vitamins C and E. This advanced skin care technology diffuses free radicals while providing advanced protection against UV-induced damage without the need for higher concentrations of sunscreen.

This technology is featured in Dermalogica’s new line of Solar Defense products that were developed to provide personalized skin protection for the specific needs of individual skin types. There's the Oil Free Matte Block SPF 20, which works best for skin that is prone to excessive oil production and breakouts.

For those with sensitive skin, the Super Sensitive Faceblock SPF 30 hydrates the skin and soothes irritation with its lavender, green tea and licorice extracts.

The Extra Rich Faceblock SPF 30 is an ultra-emollient nourishing moisturizer/sunscreen that is recommended for chronically dry and prematurely aging skin, while the Multivitamin Bodyblock SPF 20 hydrates the skin with hyaluronic acid but without a greasy feel.

The Solar Defense line also carries other sunscreen products that offer effective and customized protection against the sun: the Waterblock Solar Spray SPF 30, the cooling After Sun Repair, the Solar Shield SPF 15 for the delicate lips, ears and nose areas, and the Solar Defense Booster SPF 30, which is specifically formulated to add full-spectrum sun protection to regular make-up and moisturizer.

Gel all: Caviar and argan oils combine to make your skin worthy of a sweetheart.

Dermalogica is exclusively available at Rustan’s Makati, Shangri-La Plaza, Alabang Town Center and Ayala Center Cebu.

Love potion

Love your skin literally with Etude’s Sweet Heart Capsule, a gelatin capsule that contains highly concentrated beauty oil guaranteed to whiten, smoothen and moisturize skin in seven days. The Sweet Heart Capsule has caviar oil and alpha-visboron oil extracted from Brazil’s candeia tree, which work to control melanin production. Its argan oil works on wrinkle improvement and reinforcing the tightness of the skin, while its ceramide oil moisturizes the skin while repairing damage caused by dryness. The Sweet Heart Capsule is best used at night, with the oil applied and massaged on the face and the neck.