Climate change is the greatest threat to human health. Around 30% of people worldwide are affected by environmental anxiety and 59% of young people aged 16 to 25 are very or extremely concerned about climate change. This is another reason why two-thirds of Gen Z consumers plan to buy skincare or beauty products that protect against extreme weather conditions and the sun.
How Symrise revolutionizes sun protection in the face of climate change
In a world that is constantly changing and facing new climatic challenges, Symrise has developed an innovative answer in sun protection: Adaptive Beauty. This approach considers the increasing effects of climate change, such as rising temperatures and increased air pollution, and integrates them into the development of sun protection products.
Adapting to a hotter world
Rising global temperatures pose a serious threat to skin health. Symrise has recognized that with the increase in heat, skin problems such as acne, allergies and certain skin infections may also increase. To address these challenges, Symrise has developed products that not only protect, but also optimize skin care under extreme conditions. This includes innovative formulas that, for example, increase the efficiency of UV filters and improve the water-resistance of sunscreens.
Symrise is leading the way with its innovative spirit in the industry by combining active ingredients (also known as Actives) with UV filters. Actives are cosmetic ingredients that can actively improve one or more skin problems with a scientifically proven effect.
With these combinations, the products can be tailored even more clearly to the needs of consumers, e.g. products that reduce sebum production or provide special protection for the scalp. There are also already studies that show that Actives can reduce skin pigmentation induced by high temperatures.
Increasing heat, especially in urban areas, is becoming more and more of a global issue and protection against it is becoming increasingly important. 70% of people worldwide will live in urban areas by 2050. Buildings and streets absorb more heat than natural landscapes. Temperatures drop less overnight in urban environments, creating a so-called heat island effect.
Symrise takes these global developments into account in its research to be able to meet the needs of consumers even better in the future. There are already sun protection products available that contain a cooling effect through Actives, which can reduce the temperature of the skin by up to 4 degrees.
Fight against air pollution
Increasing air pollution is also a factor in product development at Symrise, as it also has a direct impact on skin health. Symrise addresses these issues by developing products that not only protect against UV radiation, but also against the harmful effects of pollutants in the air.
Protecting your skin from the relentless attacks of modern life requires a multi-faceted approach. Symrise understands this and skillfully combines mineral and chemical UV filters to create a protective shield against the sun's harmful rays. But the company goes further, developing active ingredients to combat the insidious effects of dust, pollution and even the invisible dangers of blue light and infrared radiation. This innovative approach means that sunscreens with UV filters and these types of active ingredients not only protect against the sun's rays but are also a true guardian of your skin's health.
With the Adaptive Beauty concept, Symrise is breaking new ground in sun protection. By considering the specific challenges posed by climate change, the company develops products that not only protect against the sun, but also promote the resilience of the skin under extreme conditions through the targeted use of Actives. This holistic approach makes Symrise a pioneer in the skincare industry, safeguarding skin health in a changing world.