As sun protection techniques advance, sunscreen capsules have emerged as a new competitor.
In contrast to conventional creams, which either reflect or absorb damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation, these capsules provide sun protection from within. How do they stack up against conventional sunscreen creams, though?
Nicotinamide (vitamin B3) and antioxidant-rich extracts like Polypodium leucotomos, a fern extract with skin-protective properties, are common components found in sunscreen capsules. Although these pills have gained popularity as an additional method of sun protection, experts believe their efficacy is still very low.
