Physical Filters (Zinc Oxide + Titanium Dioxide)
Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide are mineral-based physical filters. They scatter, reflect, and partially absorb UVA/UVB while forming a highly photostable protective film. Clinical studies on sunscreens showed that zinc oxide provides broad UVA/UVB coverage, reduces UV-induced erythema, and limits ROS formation that can trigger melanogenesis, while titanium dioxide is highly effective for UVB and short UVA-II, improving everyday tolerance when combined with organic filters (1).
Chemical UV Filter System (Octocrylene + DHHB + BEMT)
Octocrylene, DHHB and (BEMT) are oil-phase compatible organic UV filters that absorb incoming UVA and UVB photon energy and convert it into harmless thermal dissipation. Together, they provide broad UV defense, SPF boosting, and improved photostability when immobilised in a well-structured emulsion film.
Clinical cosmetic sunscreen literature shows that hybrid multi-filter systems significantly improve broad-spectrum UV protection, increase SPF performance, reduce UV-driven hyperpigmentation triggers, limit collagen-degrading MMP-1 activation from UVA, and maintain greater photostability, especially when stabilisers like octocrylene are present. Several research studies collectively support that multi-filter oil-phase emulsions reduce epidermal burn risk, protect the dermis from chronic UVA-driven darkening and matrix breakdown, and lower oxidative stress, which is critical for high-UV, high-pollution, and humid environments in Pakistan (2).
Antioxidants & Photoprotection Recycling System
Antioxidants in Forganica Sunscreen reduce UV photon-driven ROS surges that trigger inflammatory mediators, lipid membrane oxidation, and premature collagen-fragmenting signals. Centella Asiatica Extract suppresses NF-κB cascades, reducing cellular erythema signalling. Niacinamide improves ceramide-dependent tight-junction integrity, lowering chronic redness and irritation signalling. Salicylic Acid regulates sebum-zone comedogenic stress cascades, sustaining non-irritant pore films. Together, these systems reduce cellular inflammation, maintain barrier resilience, prevent UV-driven melanin overexpression signals, and soothe sensitive skin responses during daily wear.
Scientific studies reported that hybrid sunscreens with multi-filter systems reinforced with botanical and antioxidant tiers lower UV-induced erythema, reduce oxidative signalling, protect collagen networks, and improve film stability, making them suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin phenotypes (3).