2021 Volume 55 Issue 2 Pages 129-135
Sunscreen cosmetics have become indispensable in daily life due to the widespread recognition of the harmful effects of UV rays on the human body and the growing awareness of UV protection. These sunscreen cosmetics contain both inorganic UV filters and organic UV filters that have a UV protection effect. In this report, the characteristics of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which are widely used as inorganic UV filters, and the latest material development will be highlighted.