World Environment Day: Choosing Consciously to Protect Our Future 🌍   World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5, a date proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972, coinciding with the start of the Stockholm Conference. Since then, this day has been dedicated to raising awareness among the global population about the importance of taking care of our ecosystems and promoting respect for the environment. World Environment Day 2024: "Our lands, our future" In 2024, World Environment Day focuses on the theme "Our Lands, Our Future", highlighting land restoration, desertification and drought resilience. This year, Saudi Arabia will be the host country, leading the initiatives and activities that will be carried out to raise awareness of these critical issues. The Importance of Consciously Choosing Cosmetic Products The celebration of World Environment Day reminds [...]

June 1st, we celebrate World Reef Day, a global call to action for the protection of these vital marine ecosystems. With our reef-safe sunscreens, ADP Cosmetics is committed to playing a crucial role in this effort. Our products ensure that while you protect your skin, you also protect the coral reefs.   Here's how you can help protect coral reefs:    Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen Opt for sunscreens that do not contain harmful chemicals like oxybenzone and octinoxate. Our advanced mineral filters are 100% reef-safe, ensuring that your sun protection does not come at the cost of marine life.  Be Responsible While Enjoying the Ocean Learn about and respect local marine regulations. Avoid feeding fish and stepping on coral reefs, and always follow beach guidelines to minimize your impact on these delicate ecosystems. Support Local Conservation [...]

When it comes to protecting your skin from the sun, it's crucial to understand the terms and symbols on your sunscreen. Here, we explain the most important concepts in simple terms so you can protect yourself properly. What is SPF? SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, measures how long you can stay in the sun without getting burned compared to not using protection. It doesn't protect against all types of radiation, only UVB rays. Here are the levels: - Low: SPF 6-10 - Medium: SPF 15-25 - High: SPF 30-50 - Very high: SPF 50+ What is UVB? UVB rays primarily affect the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) and are responsible for sunburns and some allergies. In the long term, they can also cause skin cancer. What is UVA? UVA rays penetrate deeper into the [...]

Understanding Melanoma and the Importance of Prevention May 23rd marks World Melanoma Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about melanoma, one of the most serious types of skin cancer. Melanoma can develop when skin cells are damaged by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds. Early detection and prevention are crucial, as melanoma is highly treatable in its early stages but can be deadly if left unchecked. The Benefits of Prevention Prevention is the most effective strategy against melanoma. Protecting your skin from excessive UV exposure significantly reduces the risk of developing this and other skin cancers. By incorporating simple protective measures into your daily routine, you can safeguard your skin and overall health. The Role of ADP's Advanced Mineral Filters At ADP Cosmetics, we are committed to providing innovative [...]

At ADP Cosmetics, we take the opportunity to share the news and success we experienced at in-cosmetics Global 2024. This world-renowned event in the cosmetics industry, which took place in Paris on April 16, 2024, was a formidable platform for ADP Cosmetics to showcase our latest innovations and connect with professionals from around the world.   New Launches: During in-cosmetics Global 2024, we had the pleasure of introducing our latest products representing the forefront of technology and development in the fields of sun protection, skincare, and sustainability. Our new range of zinc oxide-based UV filters, enhanceU-Z, offers complete sun protection with unparalleled transparency in formulations. Additionally, we launched enhanceU-Z Light, Medium, and Warm, an advanced tinted sun protection line that combines color with full protection against UV-VIS-IR-A rays. As well as the enhanceU-Z – advanced [...]

ADVANCED DISPERSED PARTICLES is committed to the highest quality, sustainability, and health care. This great alliance is possible thanks to the technology used in ADP's unique and patented manufacturing process, called CoSmart. Thus, as a result of the effort, passion, and search for excellence in quality that characterizes us, the entire ADParticles team is very proud to share with the industry a great milestone achieved. The Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPs) has awarded us the Certificate of GMP compliance of a manufacturer. This certificate confirms compliance with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice for active substances established in Article 47 of Directive 2001/83/EC. In this way, ADP ratifies its high quality standards in the manufacture of mineral sunscreens, both within the regulatory environment of manufacturers of cosmetic products, as well as within [...]

This October we have read the latest news about the OTC Reform Law, this bill includes sun protection products and will influence the regulations of products in this category for many years. Among the pending points to be specified is the fact that studies carried out by the FDA reveal that seven of the most popular UV filters, such as trolamine salicylate and PABA, penetrate the skin and are detected in the blood stream of subjects at levels unsafe. On the other hand, Hawaii and Florida have tried to ban Category I UV filters due to environmental concerns and have even required prescriptions for their use. The solar products industry faces several challenges, including: the safety of chemical filters, the use of nanoparticles, among other topics. At ADPCosmetics we develop mineral sun filters with an [...]