How does SUN’OYA® DEFENSE dietary supplement work in the body?
Action mechanisms of a sun-targeted dietary supplement designed for black, brown, and mixed skin tones
From ingestion to skin cell: a 4-step action chain
1. Digestive absorption and blood distribution
Once ingested, the plant-based capsule disintegrates in the stomach. Liposoluble micronutrients (such as copper or vitamin E, if present in other formulas) are absorbed in the small intestine, assisted by dietary fats. Hydrosoluble nutrients (zinc, vitamin C, niacinamide) pass more directly into the blood through the intestinal mucosa.
These substances then enter the bloodstream, which transports them to target cells, especially in the dermis: fibroblasts, melanocytes, keratinocytes.
2. Targeted technology for black, brown, and mixed skin
What makes SUN’OYA® DEFENSE truly unique for pigmented skin is its patented scientific core: Mel’OYA® technology (butcher’s broom extract) and the SkinAx²™ complex (grape OPC, melon SOD, zinc, vitamin C).
This synergy specifically acts on internal mechanisms triggering dark spots in darker phototypes:
- SkinAx²™ functions as a powerful systemic antioxidant, protecting cellular DNA and reducing melanin oxidation.
- Butcher’s broom targets deep vascular inflammation, often silent but chronic, that causes persistent pigment congestion.
Result: skin is better prepared before sun exposure, more resistant to spot-triggering factors, and maintains a more even pigmentation.
This intelligent and integrated formulation approach, tailored to the biology of darker skin tones, sets SUN’OYA® DEFENSE apart from most sun supplements on the market.
3. Pigmentation regulation and skin tone uniformity
Copper, niacinamide (vitamin B3), and zinc play specific roles here:
- Copper is a cofactor of tyrosinase, a key enzyme in melanin synthesis. Maintaining balanced activity encourages regular pigmentation without excess.
- Niacinamide acts on several levels: it inhibits melanin transfer to keratinocytes, strengthens the skin barrier, and reduces pigment irregularities.
- Zinc, in addition to its antioxidant role, regulates local inflammation and supports post-lesion healing, limiting post-acne or post-exposure spots.
Result: a more even complexion, with fewer spots, even after sun exposure.
4. Deep hydration, radiance, and skin comfort
The hyaluronic acid in SUN’OYA® DEFENSE is absorbed in low molecular weight fragments. These fragments stimulate fibroblasts, boosting their own hyaluronic acid production.
- Improves water retention in the dermis
- Strengthens skin suppleness
- Reduces the feeling of tightness, common in pigmented skin
Meanwhile, hibiscus polyphenols and butcher’s broom extract stimulate microcirculation, enhancing natural skin radiance and reducing vascular congestion responsible for hyperpigmentation.
Result: skin is more luminous, supple, and comfortable—even after sun exposure.
A custom-tailored nutritional balance for pigmented skin
Unlike some "universal" dietary supplements, SUN’OYA® DEFENSE targets mechanisms specific to darker skin tones:
- More intense and reactive pigmentation
- More frequent post-UV inflammation
- Higher risk of pigment spots
- Underestimated internal dehydration
Its formulation doesn’t just add up vitamins: it combines clinically validated actives, selected for their bioavailability, synergy, and skin-specific action.
An internal shield, complementary to external protection
SUN’OYA® DEFENSE acts as physiological support for the skin against sun exposure. It is not a substitute for topical sun protection, but works deeply to:
- Prevent pigment spots
- Reduce inflammatory disorders
- Improve evenness and radiance of the complexion
- Provide lasting comfort to sun-exposed pigmented skin
It fits perfectly into an “in & out” routine, combining targeted nutrition and suitable skincare for intelligent, cellular, and long-lasting photoprotection.
