APALIGHT

Hydroxyapatite (and) Aqua. APALIGHT by Kalichem is a sunscreen active. It is constituted of hydroxyapatite particles activated with trace elements. Due to its biocompatibility with human body and skin, it is superior to titanium dioxide, without any blue-white appearance and lower costs. When used in a O/W sunscreen, it gives 9% better performances than titanium dioxide. It has an interesting anti-wrinkle effect on skin. In the field of anti-age efficacy, the material proved to perform a statistically significant soft-focus effect a statistical decrease of deep wrinkles and a tendential decrease of average rugosity. APALIGHT improves biological elasticity. Used in sun care formulations.