Sun Protection in a Pill?

When it comes to protecting your skin from the sun, protective clothing and sunscreen is the first line of defense. But did you know there’s an additional step you can take to enhance your skin's protection from harmful UV rays? Enter Heliocare - a scientifically-backed oral supplement to complement your sun protection regimen. Read below to explore the benefits of Heliocare and why it’s becoming a common recommendations by Dermatologists for those looking to safeguard their skin.

What is Heliocare?
Heliocare is a dietary supplement that contains a unique ingredient called Fernblock®, a natural extract derived from the Polypodium leucotomos fern. This fern has been used for centuries by indigenous people of Central America for its healing properties. This extract is rich in antioxidants and has photoprotective properties. Adding Heliocare to your skin care regimen may help reduce the damage caused by UV exposure, including premature aging, sunburn, and even skin cancer risk. Heliocare may also be helpful for patients with skin conditions that cause a sensitivity to the sun such as lupus.

Do I Still Need to Use Sunscreen?
YES! Heliocare is NOT a substitute for traditional sun protection methods such as hats, protective clothing, and sunscreen SPF 50 but provides an additional tool to reduce the effects of UV exposure.

What Product is Best for Me?
There are 3 different formulations of Heliocare. The Original and Advanced Formulas are the most cost-sensitive options for everyday protection. Both formulations are gluten-free, soy-free & vegan.

  • HELIOCARE (ORIGINAL): For adults hoping to add an extra-layer of protection to his/her skin care routine, especially those who participate in frequent outdoor activities, watersports, or who have fair/sensitive skin.

  • HELIOCARE ADVANCED: The best option for those with heavy sun-exposure or a prior history of non-melanoma skin cancer. The Advanced formula also contains non-flushing Nicotinamide (vitamin B3) , which has been shown to reduce the rate of non-melanoma skin cancers by 23% a year.

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Purchase HELIOCARE (ORIGINAL) from Amazon by clicking here > Heliocare Original

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Note: Vital Dermatology is an Amazon Associate and may receive a commission if you purchase this product directly from the links above. Heliocare can also be purchased for the same cost at major drug stores such as Walmart, CVS, or Walgreens.

Supportive Research:
Nestor MS, Berman B, Swenson N. Safety and Efficacy of Oral Polypodium leucotomos Extract in Healthy Adult Subjects. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2015 Feb;8(2):19-23.

Chen AC, Martin AJ, Choy B, et al. A phase 3 randomized trial of nicotinamide for skin-cancer chemoprevention. N Engl J Med. 2015;373:1618–1626. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1506197.


Sun ProtectionJenna Beasley