Pollution has been widely acknowledged as a major contributor to skin damage and aging. The various forms of pollution, such as atmospheric pollution, UV radiation, and domestic pollution, can cause oxidative stress and inflammation in the skin, leading to premature aging, pigmentation, and a weakened skin barrier.

The presence of heavy metals, particulate matter, and carbon particles in the air can cause damage to the skin's cellular structure, leading to wrinkles and fine lines. UV radiation can cause skin cancer and pigmentation issues. Domestic pollution can cause irritation and allergic reactions.

Pollustop, a biosaccharide gum-4 and 1,2-hexanediol, acts as an effective anti-pollution agent for the skin. It forms a matrix that acts as a barrier against the three types of pollution stresses, atmospheric, UV, and domestic pollution. The matrix limits the skin damage caused by pollution, including oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular and mitochondrial toxicity, as well as preventing the alteration of hair fiber by oxidative pollution.

The active ingredient is preservative-free and suggested for use in everyday skin and hair care products, sun care, formulations for anti-aging, and anti-pollution. It is an effective ingredient that helps to protect the skin against the negative effects of pollution, keeping the skin looking healthy and youthful.