Fullerenes
What Fullerenes is & what it does
Fullerenes are a class of carbon molecules, famously the spherical "buckyball" structure, used in cosmetics as a high-capacity antioxidant. They are generally promoted for their ability to neutralize free radicals over a sustained period, which suits anti-aging and post-sun formulas. They are typically used at low levels in serums. They are not a UV filter and have no flagged concerns here.
What are Fullerenes?
Fullerenes are a class of carbon molecules, including the spherical "buckyball" structure. In cosmetics they are used as a high-capacity antioxidant.
What do Fullerenes do in skincare?
They are generally promoted for neutralizing free radicals over a sustained period, which suits anti-aging and post-sun formulas. They are not a UV filter and do not replace sunscreen.
Are Fullerenes safe?
As used at low levels in finished cosmetics they are generally considered safe and carry no flagged concerns in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Fullerenes
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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First Lab Probiotic Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++
75/100
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Missha Signature Wrinkle Fill Up B.B Cream, SPF 37 Pa++, No. 23
72/100
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Dr.Select UV Gel Cream SPF 50+ Pa++++
70/100