Chemical filters absorb UV radiation and convert it to heat, which is then released from the skin. The Ultra Shield contains five chemical filters: Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid — UVA filter with excellent photostability Homosalate — UVB filter Ethylhexyl Salicylate (Octisalate) — UVB filter that also helps other filters dissolve Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S) — broad-spectrum UVA/UVB filter with excellent photostability Ethylhexyl Triazone — highly efficient UVB filter

Titanium Dioxide — a physical mineral filter that reflects and scatters UV rays. Provides broad-spectrum protection and is well tolerated by sensitive skin By combining chemical and mineral filters, the hybrid formula achieves broader, more stable protection than either type alone — while the mineral component makes it suitable for sensitive skin. Understanding SPF50+ PA++++ SPF50+ — measures protection against UVB rays (the rays that cause sunburn and contribute to skin cancer). SPF50+ blocks approximately 98% of UVB rays — the highest everyday rating available PA++++ — measures protection against UVA rays (the rays that cause premature ageing, pigmentation and deeper skin damage). PA++++ is the highest PA rating available, indicating very high UVA protection Together, SPF50+ PA++++ represents the gold standard of broad-spectrum sun protection — particularly important when treating pigmentation, following professional treatments, or for daily use in a results-driven skincare routine. MicroHA™ — UV Repair from Within MicroHA™ is a proprietary form of Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate — ultra-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid that can quickly penetrate the skin. In this sunscreen it serves three functions beyond hydration: Scavenges free radicals generated by UV rays — neutralising oxidative damage before it can harm skin cells Reduces inflammation factor activity — calming the inflammatory response triggered by UV exposure Repairs damaged skin cells — supporting the skin's recovery from UV stress at a cellular level ProbioMETA™ — Probiotic Skin Defence ProbioMETA™ is a Lactobacillus Ferment — a probiotic ingredient made by fermentation that strengthens the skin's ability to defend itself from aggressors. Its specific benefits include: Strengthens the skin's microbiome and defence mechanisms — improving resilience against environmental stressors including UV Helps improve rosacea — the probiotic action supports a calmer, more balanced skin response Helps improve acne — by supporting a healthy skin microbiome and reducing inflammatory triggers Reef-Safe Formula The GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream does not contain oxybenzone, octinoxate or other chemical UV filters known to contribute to coral bleaching — making it reef-safe and suitable for swimming and marine sports. Who This Sunscreen Is For Anyone wanting maximum broad-spectrum UV protection in their daily routine Those treating pigmentation, dark spots or uneven tone Post-treatment skin following microneedling, peels or other aesthetic treatments Sensitive skin — the mineral Titanium Dioxide component is well tolerated Those with rosacea or acne-prone skin — ProbioMETA™ actively helps both conditions Swimmers and water sports enthusiasts — reef-safe formula All skin types How to Use Apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine, after moisturiser Apply generously to the face and neck — most people significantly under-apply SPF, which reduces its effectiveness Reapply every two hours if spending extended time outdoors or after swimming Use every morning without exception — UV damage occurs even on cloudy days Where It Fits in Your GENOSYS Morning Routine Morning: Snow O2 Cleanser → Snow Booster Toner → Serum → Moisturiser → Ultra Shield Sun Cream SPF50+ SPF is the non-negotiable final step every morning — particularly when using brightening, anti-ageing or post-treatment actives that increase UV sensitivity or that UV exposure will directly counteract. Used in Our Clinic At Autumn Harmony, the GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream is recommended as the essential morning SPF step in every professional homecare programme — particularly for clients treating pigmentation or following aesthetic treatments. Products are selected based on real client use and results within a clinical environment. Frequently Asked Questions

GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ Sunscreen Guide

Not all SPF50 sunscreens are equal — and the GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream stands apart from standard sun creams in three important ways: it is a hybrid sunscreen combining both chemical and mineral UV filters for broad-spectrum protection, it is enriched with MicroHA™ (ultra-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid) and ProbioMETA™ (a probiotic ferment) to actively repair and strengthen the skin while protecting it, and it is reef-safe — free from ingredients that contribute to coral bleaching, making it suitable for swimming and marine sports. Rated SPF50+ PA++++ — the highest PA rating available.

At Autumn Harmony, this is the SPF we recommend as the essential final morning step in every GENOSYS homecare routine, backed by nearly 15 years of professional experience and trusted by clients across Surrey, London and beyond.

What the Ultra Shield Sun Cream Does

Maximum UV protection — SPF50+ PA++++ provides the highest level of broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection available
Prevents sun damage — shields the skin from UV-related damage, pigmentation and premature ageing
Promotes skin recovery from sun damage — MicroHA™ helps repair UV-damaged skin cells and reduce inflammation
Soothes and improves sunburn — soothing actives calm UV-stressed skin
Strengthens skin's defence — ProbioMETA™ probiotic ferment improves the skin's ability to defend itself from aggressors
Reef-safe formula — does not contain harmful ingredients that affect coral bleaching

Hybrid Sunscreen — Why It Matters

Sunscreens fall into two categories — chemical (organic) filters and mineral (physical) filters — each with different mechanisms and trade-offs. The GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream is a hybrid sunscreen, combining both for superior protection:

Chemical Filters

Chemical filters absorb UV radiation and convert it to heat, which is then released from the skin. The Ultra Shield contains five chemical filters:

Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid — UVA filter with excellent photostability
Homosalate — UVB filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate (Octisalate) — UVB filter that also helps other filters dissolve
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S) — broad-spectrum UVA/UVB filter with excellent photostability
Ethylhexyl Triazone — highly efficient UVB filter

Mineral Filter

Titanium Dioxide — a physical mineral filter that reflects and scatters UV rays. Provides broad-spectrum protection and is well tolerated by sensitive skin

By combining chemical and mineral filters, the hybrid formula achieves broader, more stable protection than either type alone — while the mineral component makes it suitable for sensitive skin.

Understanding SPF50+ PA++++

SPF50+ — measures protection against UVB rays (the rays that cause sunburn and contribute to skin cancer). SPF50+ blocks approximately 98% of UVB rays — the highest everyday rating available
PA++++ — measures protection against UVA rays (the rays that cause premature ageing, pigmentation and deeper skin damage). PA++++ is the highest PA rating available, indicating very high UVA protection

Together, SPF50+ PA++++ represents the gold standard of broad-spectrum sun protection — particularly important when treating pigmentation, following professional treatments, or for daily use in a results-driven skincare routine.

MicroHA™ — UV Repair from Within

MicroHA™ is a proprietary form of Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate — ultra-low molecular weight hyaluronic acid that can quickly penetrate the skin. In this sunscreen it serves three functions beyond hydration:

Scavenges free radicals generated by UV rays — neutralising oxidative damage before it can harm skin cells
Reduces inflammation factor activity — calming the inflammatory response triggered by UV exposure
Repairs damaged skin cells — supporting the skin's recovery from UV stress at a cellular level

ProbioMETA™ — Probiotic Skin Defence

ProbioMETA™ is a Lactobacillus Ferment — a probiotic ingredient made by fermentation that strengthens the skin's ability to defend itself from aggressors. Its specific benefits include:

Strengthens the skin's microbiome and defence mechanisms — improving resilience against environmental stressors including UV
Helps improve rosacea — the probiotic action supports a calmer, more balanced skin response
Helps improve acne — by supporting a healthy skin microbiome and reducing inflammatory triggers

Reef-Safe Formula

The GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream does not contain oxybenzone, octinoxate or other chemical UV filters known to contribute to coral bleaching — making it reef-safe and suitable for swimming and marine sports.

Who This Sunscreen Is For

Anyone wanting maximum broad-spectrum UV protection in their daily routine
Those treating pigmentation, dark spots or uneven tone
Post-treatment skin following microneedling, peels or other aesthetic treatments
Sensitive skin — the mineral Titanium Dioxide component is well tolerated
Those with rosacea or acne-prone skin — ProbioMETA™ actively helps both conditions
Swimmers and water sports enthusiasts — reef-safe formula
All skin types

How to Use

Apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine, after moisturiser
Apply generously to the face and neck — most people significantly under-apply SPF, which reduces its effectiveness
Reapply every two hours if spending extended time outdoors or after swimming
Use every morning without exception — UV damage occurs even on cloudy days

Where It Fits in Your GENOSYS Morning Routine

Morning: Snow O2 Cleanser → Snow Booster Toner → Serum → Moisturiser → Ultra Shield Sun Cream SPF50+

SPF is the non-negotiable final step every morning — particularly when using brightening, anti-ageing or post-treatment actives that increase UV sensitivity or that UV exposure will directly counteract.

Used in Our Clinic

At Autumn Harmony, the GENOSYS Ultra Shield Sun Cream is recommended as the essential morning SPF step in every professional homecare programme — particularly for clients treating pigmentation or following aesthetic treatments. Products are selected based on real client use and results within a clinical environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hybrid sunscreen?

A hybrid sunscreen combines both chemical (organic) UV filters and mineral (physical) UV filters. Chemical filters absorb UV radiation and convert it to heat; mineral filters reflect and scatter UV rays. Combining both provides broader, more stable protection than either type alone.

What does PA++++ mean?

PA++++ is the highest UVA protection rating available, used widely in Asian sunscreen standards. It indicates very high protection against UVA rays — the rays responsible for premature ageing, pigmentation and deeper skin damage. Combined with SPF50+, it represents the gold standard of broad-spectrum protection.

What is MicroHA™?

MicroHA™ is ultra-low molecular weight Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate that penetrates quickly into the skin. In this sunscreen it scavenges free radicals generated by UV rays, reduces inflammation and repairs damaged skin cells — making it an active repair ingredient as well as a hydrator.

What is ProbioMETA™?

ProbioMETA™ is a Lactobacillus Ferment — a probiotic ingredient made by fermentation that strengthens the skin's ability to defend itself from aggressors and has been shown to help improve rosacea and acne.

Is this sunscreen reef-safe?

Yes — the formula does not contain oxybenzone, octinoxate or other ingredients known to contribute to coral bleaching, making it reef-safe and suitable for swimming and marine sports.

Do I need to reapply during the day?

Yes — reapply every two hours if spending extended time outdoors or after swimming. For indoor use, morning application is generally sufficient.

Why is SPF especially important when treating pigmentation?

UV exposure triggers melanin production — the same process that causes dark spots and uneven tone. Without daily SPF, UV light will continue to stimulate melanin synthesis and directly counteract the effects of any brightening actives you are using. SPF is the single most important step in any pigmentation-focused routine.

Why Choose Autumn Harmony

Nearly 15 years of professional beauty experience
Products selected and used within real client treatments
Trusted by clients across Surrey, London and beyond
Carefully curated professional-grade skincare

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