• 1990s
  • 1994
  • 2001
In 1990s, FERNBLOCK is extracted from Polypodium Leucotomos (PLE), a fern originating in Central America has been used in the treatment of Vitiligo with clinical improvement. The use of PLE can accelerate repigmentation. The dermatology and photoprotection experts Dr.Fitzpatrick and Dr.Gonzalez therefore gathered together with a dermatology team to research and study for 15 years. Over 30 publications have been publicized in leading international scientific journals and proven that PLE has natural protective mechanisms against UV radiation.
IFC in Spain has developed the world’s first topical photoimmunoprotection technology, Fernblock. The first publication of PLE efficacy was publicized in 1996.
Heliocare was launched with the patented sunscreen formulations Fernblock®. Fernblock® is obtained from selected plants under carefully controlled conditions. It is developed to ensure maximum photoimmunoprotection efficacy and provide immunological protection, protection to cellular DNA and against antioxidant and photoaging.
Dr.Fitzpatrick 和 Dr.Gonzalez

The photoprotection expert from Spain Heliocare has developed the world’s first topical photoimmunoprotection technology Fernblock® which developing its own natural protective mechanisms against UV radiation. Fernblock goes beyond traditional photoprotection, providing 4 new levels of skin protection to promote the skin elasticity and brightness. Dermatologists Dr.Fitzpatrick and Dr.Gonzalez leaded a team of international experts in dermatology and photoprotection to research and study on the efficacy of Fernblock® for 15 years. Fernblock is extracted from a fern originating in Central America and is proved its developed protective mechanisms against UV radiation.