Technical Name |
A Reef Friendly Materials |
Project Operator |
Asia University |
Project Host |
黃佩珍 |
Summary |
The ecological impact of marine pollution is the global issue. In addition to plastic particles, sun care products may also contain ingredients which cause pollution to the ocean. Sunscreen products are important to protect consumers from sunburn, aging and even cancer. Inspired by nature, we provide a new and innovative cosmetic raw materials that meet humanity and environmental protection. |
Scientific Breakthrough |
MFungus is a new material with anti-UV properties based on Tremella. It can greatly ameliorate the free radicals generated by UV light absorption. It has passed the In Vitro EpiDermTM Skin Irritation Test. The advantages of high water absorption are better than the existing common sun-care materials, which is in line with the trend of industry pursuit of health and marine ecological friendliness. |
Industrial Applicability |
This is the core technology promoted by the emerging health mushroom of industry and technology alliance. The skin care products from the mushroom have been developed in the market. These representative ingredients include antioxidants, anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, whitening and moisturizing effects. MFungus is the first using the Tremella to generate the new materials with broad-band UV protection. |
Keyword |
Marine friendly reaf friendly sunscreen free radical mushroom Tremella UVA UVB solvent free green cosmetic |