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The Science
Every ingredient earns its place. Every claim is backed. Every choice is explained.
The Science
Every ingredient earns its place. Every claim is backed. Every choice is explained.
Our Ingredients
Every ingredient earns its place. Every claim is backed. Every choice is explained.
Bemotrizinol (Tinosorb S)
INCI name
Bemotrizinol
Trade name
Tinosorb S
Category
New-generation UV filter (UVA + UVB)
Concentration in Healoram
6–10% in Sunscreen
Approved in
India • European Union • Australia • Japan • Korea
Not yet approved in
United States (FDA proposed rule Dec 2025 — approval still pending)
What it does
Broad-spectrum UV filter with exceptional photostability. Does not degrade under sunlight. Provides both UVA and UVB protection in a single molecule.
Why we chose it
The gold-standard UV filter of the modern era. More effective, more photostable, and less irritating than older filters like Octinoxate and Oxybenzone. Zero white cast on melanin-rich skin tones.
Tinosorb M (Bisoctrizole)
INCI name
Bisoctrizole
Trade name
Tinosorb M
Category
New-generation UV filter (UVA + UVB)
Concentration in Healoram
5–7% in Sunscreen
Approved in
India • European Union • Australia • Japan • Korea
Not yet approved in
United States
What it does
Broad-spectrum photostable filter with unique micro-fine particle structure. Works synergistically with Tinosorb S to give complete UV coverage.
Why we chose it
Micro-fine particles mean zero white cast on Indian skin tones. Works alongside Tinosorb S to complete the broad-spectrum protection.
Uvinul A Plus
INCI name
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Trade name
Uvinul A Plus
Category
New-generation UVA filter
Concentration in Healoram
5–10% in Sunscreen
Approved in
India • European Union • Australia • Japan
Not yet approved in
United States
What it does
Dedicated UVA booster. Highly photostable. Responsible for the PA++++ rating in Healoram Sunscreen.
Why we chose it
UVA rays are responsible for long-term skin ageing and pigmentation. Uvinul A Plus provides sustained UVA protection without adding greasiness.
Niacinamide
INCI name
Niacinamide
Also known as
Vitamin B3, Nicotinamide
Category
Multi-functional skin active
Concentration in Healoram
4% in Sunscreen • 5% in Moisturiser • 2% in Face Wash
What it does
Strengthens the skin barrier, minimises pore appearance, brightens uneven skin tone, regulates sebum production, and calms redness.
Why we chose it
The single most versatile active in modern skincare. Works at low concentrations, well-tolerated by sensitive skin, evidence-backed by multiple clinical studies. In Healoram, it appears in all 3 products at concentrations tailored to each formula.
Ceramide Complex (NP + AP + EOP)
INCI names
Ceramide NP • Ceramide AP • Ceramide EOP
Category
Skin-identical barrier lipids
Concentration in Healoram
NP 0.5–1.5% • AP 0.2–0.8% • EOP 0.1–0.5% in Moisturiser
Delivered with
Phytosphingosine + Cholesterol (form a proper lamellar bilayer)
What it does
Rebuilds and reinforces the skin’s own protective barrier — the same architecture as your skin’s natural lipid layer.
Why we chose it
Many brands list ceramides without the delivery system needed for them to actually work. Healoram uses all three key ceramide types plus Phytosphingosine and Cholesterol — a complete system that mimics your skin’s natural lipid structure.
Fermented Rice Water
INCI names
Fermented Oryza Sativa (Rice) Water
Category
Botanical extract
Concentration in Healoram
15–20% in Face Wash
What it does
Rich in inositol, amino acids, and ferulic acid. Visibly brightens and soothes with regular use.
Why we chose it
Fermented rice water has significantly enhanced bioavailability compared to plain rice water. The fermentation process amplifies its skin-conditioning benefits.
What we don't use — and why
An honest brand shows what’s NOT in the product just as clearly as what is. Here is what Healoram deliberately leaves out:
No fragrance — across the entire skincare line
Fragrance is the #1 sensitiser in cosmetic products. It offers no functional benefit to the skin. We keep the fragrance experience for a separate category — our upcoming Healoram Aroma fragrance line — not layered into your skincare.
No SLES or SLS in our Face Wash
Sulfate surfactants strip the skin’s acid mantle and damage the barrier. We use Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) instead — a coconut-derived gentle surfactant that cleans effectively without stripping.
No Titanium Dioxide or Zinc Oxide in our Sunscreen
Mineral filters are the primary cause of white cast on Indian skin tones. Our new-generation chemical filter system provides SPF 50+ PA++++ protection without any mineral filters — meaning zero white cast on Fitzpatrick IV–VI skin tones.
No Petroleum Jelly, Mineral Oil, or heavy occlusives
Heavy occlusives feel greasy in Indian heat and humidity. Our Moisturiser uses Squalane, Dimethicone, and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride instead — lightweight, non-comedogenic, and fast-absorbing.
No Formaldehyde Releasers (DMDM Hydantoin, Quaternium-15, etc.)
These preservatives release formaldehyde over time. India allows them, but they are restricted or banned in the EU. We use a modern, cleaner preservative system: Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin at safe concentrations, within all EU limits.
No Parabens, no MIT, no Triclosan
Widely used in mass-market cosmetics in India. All flagged for safety concerns internationally. Not needed when a properly designed preservative system exists — which is what we use.
Why New-Generation UV Filters Matter
Most sunscreens sold in India — including well-known Indian brands — still use first-generation UV filters like Octinoxate (OMC) and Avobenzone. These filters were developed in the 1970s and 80s. They work, but they have significant limitations: they degrade rapidly under sunlight, they cause skin sensitivity in many people, and their effectiveness drops within hours of application.
Healoram uses four new-generation UV filters approved in India, the European Union, Australia, Japan, and Korea — but not yet cleared by the US FDA. These filters were developed by BASF and DSM specifically to address the shortcomings of older filters. They are photostable, meaning they don’t degrade in sunlight. They are broad-spectrum, covering both UVA and UVB. And critically, they don’t cause white cast on Indian skin tones.
OLD-GENERATION FILTERS
Octinoxate (OMC), Avobenzone, Oxybenzone, Octocrylene
Degrades under sunlight within 1–2 hours
Concerns over hormone disruption and skin sensitivity
Often paired with heavy Titanium Dioxide (causes white cast)
Developed in the 1970s–80s
NEW-GENERATION FILTERS
Tinosorb S, Tinosorb M, Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150, Mexoryl XL
Photostable — maintains full efficacy for hours
No hormone-disruption concerns • lower sensitivity risk
Zero white cast on all skin tones — no mineral filters needed
Developed by BASF and DSM in the 1990s–2010s
Why haven't these filters been approved in the USA?
This is one of the more unusual quirks of global sunscreen regulation. In the USA, sunscreens are classified as over-the-counter drugs, which means new UV filters need to go through the same rigorous approval process as medications — a process that takes decades.
In the European Union, India, Australia, and most of Asia, sunscreens are classified as cosmetics, which means new UV filters can be approved much faster if they meet cosmetic safety standards.
The result: American consumers today are still using UV filters approved in the 1980s. Everyone else — including India — has access to modern, superior UV filters. In December 2025, the US FDA finally proposed allowing Bemotrizinol (Tinosorb S) for the first time in over 25 years. Approval is still pending as of mid-2026.
For Healoram, this is a technical advantage we deliberately embrace. We’re not making sunscreens for the American regulatory environment. We’re making sunscreens for Indian skin, with the best UV filters available anywhere in the world.
The four filters we use — and why
Tinosorb S (Bemotrizinol)
The most studied new-generation broad-spectrum UV filter. Photostable, effective against both UVA and UVB. This is the filter that most modern European and Japanese sunscreens are built around.
Tinosorb M (Bisoctrizole)
Complements Tinosorb S with micro-fine particles that scatter and absorb UV. Works synergistically to give complete spectrum coverage without white cast.
Uvinul A Plus (Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate)
A dedicated UVA-focused filter. Since UVA rays cause most of the visible skin ageing and pigmentation, this is the filter responsible for our PA++++ rating.
Uvinul T 150 (Ethylhexyl Triazone)
A highly efficient UVB booster. Even at low concentrations it delivers significant SPF contribution — which is why our Sunscreen achieves SPF 50+ without needing to load up on heavy oils and waxes.
Ready to try science-led skincare?
Three products. All the science above. Zero fragrance. Formulated for Indian skin.
