21 March 2025by Caitlein Hannigan

HELIOCARE 360° Airgel Discontinuation Notice

We’d like to inform you that HELIOCARE 360° Airgel SPF50+ is being discontinued. While we know this has been a favourite for many, we’re excited to introduce you to its perfect alternative - HELIOCARE 360° Sensation SPF50+ now with NEW! ASPA-Fernblock® Technology!

Why choose HELIOCARE 360° Sensation SPF50+?

  • High-Level Protection: SPF50+ and PA++++ ratings ensure very high-level, full-spectrum daylight protection against UVA, UVB, visible light, and infrared-A rays
  • Innovative ASPA-Fernblock+® Technology: Proven by dermatologists to help enhance protection from UVA, Visible Light, IR-A and free radicals, and to help repair DNA damage
  • OptiD Effect: Optimises and improves the skin’s natural vitamin D function
  • Enhanced Skin Comfort: Enriched with Ginger Root Extract for additional calming and antioxidant benefits
  • User-Approved Texture: In dermatological tests, 100% of users reported that the ultra-light, oil-free formula absorbs quickly, providing a matte finish ideal for use under makeup
  • Suitable for all skin tones: With a matte finish perfect under make-up
  • Dermatological and ocular tested: non-comedogenic and excellent tolerability
  • Water and sweat resistant: ideal for daily use whatever the activity

What is ASPA-Fernblock®?

ASPA-Fernblock® provides all the dermatologically proven benefits of Fernblock® Technology, and more:

  • Protects the skin against damage caused by daylight: UVA, UVB, visible light and infrared A1,2,3
  • Prevents collagen breakdown2
  • Protects and repairs skin cell DNA4
  • Prevents light-induced pigmentation5
  • Protects the skin’s immune system5
  • Improves the efficacy of SPF filters by up to 14%6
  • NEW: Improves the skin’s ability to optimise Vitamin D7,8

ASPA-Fernblock® is a revolutionary bioactive skin innovation. It utilises the power of Aspalathus linearis (Rooibos) extract, a plant native to South Africa. Rooibos is rich in flavonoids and widely recognised for its potent antioxidant and skin-protective properties, therefore enhancing photoprotection and further strengthening the skin’s defences while neutralising harmful free radicals.

Its unique OptiD Effect also supports the skin’s natural ability to optimise Vitamin D synthesis, allowing the skin to benefit from essential sun-derived nutrients while maintaining superior protection.

Learn more about ASPA-Fernblock® and the OptiD Effect here.

If you’ve loved Airgel, you’ll find Heliocare 360° Sensation to be an exceptional replacement—offering the same trusted high-level protection with an even more advanced formula and elegant application.

Discover HELIOCARE 360° Sensation here.

Thank you for your continued support of Heliocare!

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2 González S, et.al. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2018. Aug1;19(8):2250.

3 Amini S, et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2010 Mar;62(3):511-3.​

4 Maritza A, et al. J. Am Acad Derm, 2004. 51(6):910-8.

5 Alonso-Lebrero JL, et.al. PhotochemPhotobiol B. 2003 Apr;70(1):31-7.

6 Aguilera J,et al. Front Med (Lausanne). 2021 Jun 2;8:684665.

7 Mascaraque, M., Carrasco, E., López Sánchez, A., Cáceres Estévez, I., Vitale, M., Haya Rodriguez, L., Nieto Botella, L., Gallego-Rentero, M., González, S., & Juarranza, Á. (2025). Expression of vitamin D receptors in skin exposed to oxidative stress and protective effect of Aspa-Fernblock®. Poster presented at CILAD 2025. Cantabria Labs

8 López Sánchez, A., Cáceres Estévez, I., Haya Rodriguez, L., Vitale, M., Nieto Botella, L., Sepúlveda, P., de Gálvez, M. V., Aguilera, J., & González, S. (2025). A new photoprotection technology. Poster presented at CILAD 2025. Cantabria Labs.