Visible Light Protection Strategies for Diverse Populations
VL is a biologically active and clinically relevant component of sunlight with disproportionate effects in SOC and certain photosensitive dermatoses. Optimal photoprotection requires a multimodal approach integrating UV and VL protection through physical measures, tinted formulations, emerging broad-spectrum filters, antioxidants, and patient-centred photoeducation. Standardised VL-protection labelling and further clinical research are needed to guide future practice.
Authors
- Aqeelah Amien (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9794-4299)
- Willem Izak Visser
- H Moola
- Kesiree Naidoo
Institutions
- Stellenbosch University (ZA)
- Life Groenkloof Hospital (ZA)
- Tygerberg Hospital (ZA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Dermatology and Therapy
- Published
- 2026-01-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s13555-025-01642-5
- Primary Topic
- Skin Protection and Aging
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00