After using many different sunscreens I found that none of them were working and I kept peeling even while wearing them.
Dr. Moondust®
This was rather surprising to me as a cancer biologist so I started to investigate the scientific basis of sunscreens. I determined that most suncare products were mainly formulated to prevent the skin from tanning – NOT from burning!
This was shocking but it made sense since nothing was working to stop my skin from peeling every time I was exposed to the sun, no matter which brand or how much sun protection I used.
So, I collaborated with a biochemist, a medicinal chemist, and an entomologist and we came up with our own formula specifically targeted to protect against every stage of sunburn, especially “apoptosis” represented by the peeling I was experiencing. In fact, we came up with our own laboratory test for measuring the effectiveness of sunscreens.
When I realized that a suntan and sunburn were two very different physiological processes, Moondust Cosmetics® needed to distinguish between both of them – not only to prevent scientific sunburn (apoptosis), but also to decrease the risk of getting skin cancer which has been linked to sunburns of this type.
Since my name means “moon” I decided to call my company Moondust Cosmetics® and soon after, everyone just started calling me Dr. Moondust®.
MEET OUR EXPERTS
DR. MOONDUST®
PROFESSOR PJ HERGENROTHER
PROFESSOR AS ATWAL
MISSION STATEMENT
“We are dedicated to helping change the face of the industry by dispelling myths about sunscreens”
MORE ABOUT US:
As scientists, we are pleased to have created a line of true suncare products by using natural medicinal ingredients, and without any harsh or synthetic chemicals. We are completely committed to manufacturing high quality, scientifically formulated sunscreens and suncare products.
Moondust Cosmetics® products are specially engineered to provide daily effective sun protection and can even be worn alone or applied on top of your moisturizer.
Our products are cruelty-free without any animal testing – all of our products are tested on humans.
We donate a percentage from the sale of our products to a special fund for victims with skin cancer and support many other charities and non-profit organizations through our various events and community organizations.
DR. MOONDUST® BLOGS
What you don’t know about SPF might hurt you
If you burn in the sun, SPF won’t help you because it does not prevent The Human Sunburn Cycle. SPF prevents tanning. So what can you really count on for true sun protection?
Where Are You On the Human Sunburn Cycle?
The Human Sunburn Cycle was developed by Dr. Moondust® herself. It can help you understand how your skin is responding after sun exposure.
Are you a sun burner or a sun tanner?
Do you tend to tan or to burn when you are out in the sun? While some people do tan, others tend to burn when they go out on a sunny day. Many mistakenly think that getting a burn is just a natural part of getting to the tan part.
All About Zinc Oxide
The scientific basis of Apoptosis Protection Factor [APF]: Zinc Oxide *Zinc Oxide [ZnO] acts as a physical block that scatters UV light and stops it from reaching the surface of the skin. The graph below shows how this active ingredient absorbs light in the UV A and B ranges. The left side of the graph […]
All About Melanin
The scientific basis of Apoptosis Protection Factor [APF]: Zinc Oxide + Melanin *Zinc Oxide [ZnO] acts as a physical block that scatters light thereby stopping it from reaching the skin. *Black Sesame Melanin acts as a chromophore that absorbs light energy and converts it into heat energy thereby dissipating it before it reaches the skin. […]
Test Your Knowledge
Test your knowledge of some basic scientific principles: Which object is lighter in colour – the orange or the pink square below? Depending on the colour of an object, it will reflect a different amount of light: *white objects reflect the most light *black objects reflect the least Just because one object appears to be […]
MEDIA ALERT: DR. M
DRISHTI magazine caught up with Dr. Moondust to learn more about her company, her community involvement, her love for writing operas, and her passion as a scientist. Along with running Moondust® Cosmetics, she just finished hosting a Peace Conference on Vancouver Island and is currently finalizing a Peace Concert on October 13th called Spiderfly and The Alice In Wonderland Dream. She has composed all the music for […]
Keeping Up With Dr. Moondust
As part of Dr. Moondust’s ongoing scientific research, she recently presented a second memorial lecture entitled: Electromagnetic Radiation from Cellphone Towers – A Potential Health Hazard for Birds, Bees, and Humans in her father’s memory at his old university (PAU) where he did most of his research on bees. Dr. Moondust has been instrumental in […]
Dr. Moondust’s passions for people, true sun and skin protection and our shared environment
The launch of SKIN PROTECTOR PLUS in August 2019 in Vancouver, BC revealed the new look and new formulation of one of the products in the Moondust Cosmetics’® sun care protection line. The celebration was also an opportunity to meet Dr. Moondust in person.
Where in the world is Dr. Moondust? Talking about cancer and the environment as guest lecturer in Mumbai
What is on Dr. Moondust’s mind when she is out of her lab as a cancer biologist and the founding force behind Moondust Cosmetics® safe sun care products?
Answers to questions on Moondust Cosmetics® social media from Dr. Moondust about personal care tips, precautions and the role of some vitamins and minerals
Dr. Moondust, award-winning scientist and President of Moondust Cosmetics, shares her thoughts on precautions we can all take during COVID-19 as well as personal care tips while at home and in the sun. HK: Welcome, Dr. Moondust. Would you please introduce yourself and the reason for our talk today? Dr. Moondust: As President of Moondust Cosmetics […]
Dr. Moondust Answers Questions About Helpful Hygiene Habits
Dr. Moondust, award-winning scientist and President of Moondust Cosmetics, shares her thoughts on precautions we can all take during COVID-19 as well as personal care tips while at home and in the sun. HK: What do you suggest we do to help ourselves most to maintain our health in terms of personal hygiene? Dr. Moondust: Well, latest reports […]