Broad-Spectrum UVA + UVB Filter System
Helase 50 uses several complementary sunscreen filters to provide high-level broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection.
The current ingredient declaration includes:
Octocrylene — primarily supports UVB protection while contributing to formula stability.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane — also known as Avobenzone, a major UVA filter.
Benzophenone-3 — also known as Oxybenzone, providing UV absorption across part of the UVA and UVB spectrum.
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol — commonly known as Tinosorb M, a broad-spectrum photoprotective filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine — commonly known as Tinosorb S, providing highly photostable broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate — commonly known as Octinoxate, primarily providing UVB protection.
Using several filters allows the formulation to provide protection across a wider portion of the UVA and UVB spectrum than relying on one sunscreen filter alone.
Photolyase Enzyme Technology
Photolyase is a DNA-repair enzyme used by Lamelle to support correction of direct UV-related DNA damage.
Lamelle incorporates Photolyase as part of its broader photo-repair strategy rather than relying solely on preventing UV from reaching the skin.
It is important to understand this as supporting biological repair mechanisms, not making skin immune to sun damage.
OGG-1-Related Enzyme Technology
Lamelle incorporates OGG-1-related technology to support mechanisms involved in identifying and correcting oxidative DNA damage associated with free-radical exposure.
The current Lamelle Helase 50 product page refers to this technology as “80GG-1”, while current Lamelle material for the wider Helase range and product ingredient listings refer to OGG-1.
Chris&Alley therefore describes it as OGG-1-related enzyme technology rather than treating “80GG-1” as a conventional ingredient name.
Pycnogenol®
A patented antioxidant derived from French maritime pine bark.
Pycnogenol® helps neutralise free radicals and provides complementary anti-inflammatory support.
Lamelle also highlights its hydrating and pigmentation-supporting properties.
Its primary role in Helase 50 is to strengthen antioxidant defence against the oxidative stress associated with environmental exposure.
AhR-Inhibiting Technology
The aryl hydrocarbon receptor, or AhR, can be activated by environmental pollutants and other external stressors.
Excessive AhR signalling is associated with inflammatory processes and pathways that contribute to collagen breakdown.
Helase 50 includes AhR-targeting technology to help reduce this environmental stress response.
The current formula contains Benzylidene Dimethoxydimethylindanone, an ingredient used in cosmetic formulations for AhR-targeting anti-pollution activity.
4-t-Butylcyclohexanol
A targeted TRPV1 antagonist.
TRPV1 receptors respond to environmental stressors including heat and can participate in inflammatory and sensory signalling.
4-t-Butylcyclohexanol helps reduce TRPV1 activation, providing additional calming support against heat- and stress-related skin responses.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that helps retain moisture within the outer skin layers and supports comfortable daily wear.
Full Ingredient List:
Aqua, Octocrylene, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Propylene Glycol, Benzophenone-3, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, 4-t-Butylcyclohexanol, Photolyase Enzyme, Dimethicone, Decyl Glucoside, Liposomal OGG-1 Enzyme, Potassium Hydroxide, Benzylidene Dimethoxydimethylindanone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pycnogenol® (Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract), Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben.
