Glimpse and SPF: The harmful little rays of sunshine.

I have been getting many questions regarding the environmental protection ability of Glimpse or if Glimpse has an SPF rating.

First, what is SPF? Sun Protection Factor is simply a laboratory measure of the ability of a product to protect the skin when exposed to UVB radiation. UVB rays cause sunburn and are able to directly damage the DNA of your skin cells. The SPF of a product is not relevant to that product’s ability to protect the skin against UVA damage, which causes free radical formation and in-direct DNA damage.

Does Glimpse have an SPF rating, No. Is there a Glimpse product that contains a sun-blocking ingredient? Yes. Glimpse Mineral Treatment contains Zinc Oxide, which is known to have the broadest UV protection of any single ingredient. In addition Zinc Oxide has been shown to exhibit anti-oxidant activity and the ability to calm and soothe irritated or inflamed skin.

However, blocking the sun’s rays is only partially effective at best. I personally believe that the importance of topical supplementation with antioxidants is essential in maintaining the health of your skin. Each Glimpse formula (including The Mineral Treatment) contains BioActive X3, the antioxidant activity of which outperformed Resveratrol, CoQ10, and Ascorbic Acid*.

In conclusion, Glimpse does not have an SPF rating. However, it does contain concentrated levels of active ingredients proven to boost your skin’s natural immunity against environmental aggressors. Additionally we do have a proven effective sun-blocking agent in the Glimpse Mineral Treatment.

*through third party testing.

Anne-Michele Hughes brings valuable insight into current trends in the skin care industry. With 19 years as a Paramedical Master Aesthetician her experience provides the knowledge critical for developing effective products utilizing cutting edge formulation and ingredients. Misha has been working with XanGo on the development of Glimpse from the beginning.

5 Responses to “Glimpse and SPF: The harmful little rays of sunshine.”

1. Raja Izam Mansur says:

   December 9, 2009 at 6:46 pm

   TQ v v much Misha. V informative for us here at the Equator n the Tropics. We are fortunate that Glimpse is coming to Malaysia this March. Malaysians are THRILLED! And always always, the SPF question pops up and now I kno how to effectively handle this. However, it would be more powerful if the Mineral Treatment can make its way here too as really its part of the total package of Health from Outside In. Thanks to Beverly too. I LOVE my Glimpse!!!
2. Ahmad Zharif Ahmad Zahir says:

   December 10, 2009 at 8:12 pm

   This technically answer my curiosity esp to the HOT and SUNNY countries like Malaysia…

   we are so blessed to have this amazing product!!! Bravoo Glimpse Team!
3. Melissa says:

   January 13, 2010 at 8:45 pm

   This is a good thing to me, because every time I use an spf lotion (even if meant for sensitive skin) I get itchy irritated skin, and also my eyes hurt like mad if it gets anywhere near them, which is pretty much every time it’s put on.
4. Lori Ryan says:

   June 16, 2010 at 9:46 am

   I have found using Organic Virgin Coconut on our bodies has a natural SPF in it!
5. Jessica says:

   June 29, 2010 at 2:32 pm

   Wow!!!! That’s awesome! Thank you for passing this along…