In addition to increasing the production of free radicals, polluting particles alter the hydrolipidic film (the “barrier” of the skin), which increases water loss from the skin and makes it sensitive. In short, it's a disaster!
Urban mist is THE latest anti-pollution product, and also one of the easiest to adopt. In the form of a spray, the urban mist offers several benefits:it is formulated with antioxidant active ingredients and, most often, a UV filter, but also moisturizing and soothing agents. It is an SOS gesture that is used as a follow-up to the antioxidant treatment, throughout the day, in order to recreate an anti-pollution and anti-UV shield, to refresh and hydrate the epidermis.
NCTF Mist, Filorga, €69. Antioxidant Hydramist, Dermalogica, €52.35. Flash Defense Anti-Pollution Mist, REN, €32. Urban Shield, NoxiDoxi, €19.90. Hydrabio SPF 30 Treatment Water, Bioderma, €9.90. City Protect InCellium Spray, Esthederm, €39.
Thanks to Marie-Hélène Lair, Director of Scientific Communication at Clarins and to Gabrielle Sore, Scientific Director of L’Oréal Research (SkinCeuticals).
