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Particulate Matter

PM2.5 and PM10

PM2.5 and PM10 come from subway brake dust, tire wear, diesel exhaust, restaurants, construction, and wildfire smoke. PM10 sits on the surface, while PM2.5 is small enough to lodge inside follicles.

On skin, particulate matter can clog pores, trigger irritation, and generate free radicals linked to premature aging, hyperpigmentation, eczema, and unexplained breakouts.

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How Barrier addresses it

Barrier is built around patented, award-winning, silicone-free Solésence Kleair™ Technology: a non-nano mineral shield that delivers broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sun protection and pollution defense, paired with hyaluronic acid, sustainably-produced squalane, and organic jojoba oil. For particulates, that shield creates a stable micro-film to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 adhesion throughout the day.

Block

Mineral micro-film

Zinc oxide forms a physical layer over the stratum corneum, reducing direct contact between airborne particles and skin.

Stabilize

Wearable film

Solésence's Active Stress Defense platform keeps the shield stable through sweat, movement, and daily wear.

Fortify

Barrier support

Hyaluronic acid, squalane, and organic jojoba oil support the skin's moisture barrier before exposure starts.

PM2.5 is too small for your moisturizer to stop. It needs a layer.

Other culprits of bad skin

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Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons

PAHs

Combustion chemicals that ride into pores on particulate matter and can switch on damage pathways in skin.

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O3

Ozone

The bad ozone at face level, formed when sunlight cooks vehicle exhaust into smog.

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Exhaust Gases

NOx / SOx

Invisible exhaust gases that react with skin oils and weaken the outer barrier.

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The Chelation Story

Heavy Metals

Trace metals from brakes, tires, pipes, and old buildings that can amplify pollution damage.

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The Underrated Angle

Indoor Air

The shared, recirculated air in offices, gyms, apartments, studios, and subway cars.

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References

  1. 01Paik K, Na JI, Huh CH, et al. Particulate Matter and Its Molecular Effects on Skin: Implications for Various Skin Diseases. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024.
  2. 02de Jager TL, Cockrell AE, Du Plessis SS. Ultraviolet Light Induced Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species. Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 2017.