The HelioVital filter film filters out harmful short-wave UVB and UVA rays – that are not visible to the eye – from the spectrum of the sun’s rays. The short-wave UVB rays are the main cause of sunburn, skin cancer and premature skin aging. The short-wave UVA rays are responsible for various sun allergies and also contribute to premature skin aging. The HelioVital filter film protects skin, eyes and hair through its special ability to filter these harmful rays out of the sunlight.

In addition to this protection against harmful UV rays, HelioVital filter film also provides a targeted reduction of the sun’s IR (infrared) (heat) radiation, which is also invisible, in line with the intended use. According to the latest medical findings, these IR rays – depending on their intensity – can also lead to premature skin aging and are also suspected of contributing to the development of skin cancer.

The selective protection by the HelioVital®-we are selective® technology of the HelioVital sun protection films against the recognized risks of dangerous rays of the sun only, makes it possible to use the sun for health, well-being and the additional benefit of tanning of the skin without these risks.

Although the sun’s ray can be dangerous, they are also vital for humans, animals and plants. The best feature of HelioVital filters is that they separate bio positive rays from harmful rays and then let them pass through. Thus, HelioVital protects against harmful rays but at the same time helps to use the vitalizing sun in a healthy way. This is exactly what makes the high-tech HelioVital filter film so unique.

HelioVital itself, is always a high-tech film. It can be used on its own – for example as a sunshade or as an awning curtain. It can also be used in conjunction with a transparent carrier material – such as glass or acrylic glass. In this way, well-known applications such as sun roofs, conservatories or pool covers can be produced.

Therefore, the most diverse designs and/or application possibilities are available, from small flexible and individual sun protection and sun use systems for beach or garden, over special devices for therapy and for Medical Wellness Facilities, up to exclusive sun pavilions with individual design for mansions, pool plants or wellness resorts.

With HelioVital, a winter garden can be turned into a sun pavilion or a pool into a healthy sunbathing temple. HelioVital provides each sun protection firstly with medical but also with tanning sun benefits.

The skin is the largest human organ and the interface between the body and the environment. This means the skin is exposed to a variety of influences such as UVA and UVB radiation and the IR (heat) radiation of the sun. This is also the case when the sun is not visible, for example when the sky is overcast. Through increased exposure to certain UVA, UVB and IR radiation components – e.g. at the sea or in the mountains, as a result of climate change, during sunbathing, etc. – more and more so-called free radicals are produced on the skin. Free radicals are highly aggressive unstable oxygen molecules that destroy our cells and thus speeds up the aging process. Although the skin has developed mechanisms to ward off free radicals, this defence mechanism is not sufficient for increased exposure to the sun and is also often weakened for various reasons such as environmental factors, nutrition, medication, etc..

Some skin and sun creams therefore contain so-called antioxidants in order to increase the immune system’s resistance to oxidative stress. However, HelioVital already prevents or reduces the formation of harmful free radicals by selectively and reliably filtering out those harmful light components which primarily promote the formation of free radicals from the light spectrum before they hit the skin. HelioVital thus prevents premature ageing of the skin. In addition, highly aggressive free radicals can change the skin cells into cancer cells – HelioVital also protects against this.

The health benefit of HelioVital filter film lies not only in the protection against the health hazards of harmful UV and IR radiation, but also in the fact that only this protection allows intensive, risk-free use of the sun for human health. The benefits of the sun for our health are tangible and conscious to everyone: the sun makes us grow – the sun increases our well-being – the sun heals – the sun makes us cheerful and happy. Highly complex, biomolecular, bio photonic, hormonal and psychological processes and connections are responsible for this. The most popular example is vitamin D production. The positive effects, in their entirety, are fully beneficial, if they can develop as freely as possible from risks. This is the core competence of HelioVital®.

Specially developed HelioVital filter films for heliotherapies and solar therapies, are also designed for therapeutic use in the medical field for the causal and accompanying treatment, prevention and aftercare of skin diseases such as psoriasis, neurodermatitis, vitiligo, etc. HelioVital filter films are also intended for accompanying gentle therapies for the treatment of various general diseases such as osteoporosis, hypertension, diabetes, etc.

Not only humans, but also animals and plants – all living organisms that are exposed to the sun and depend on the energy of the sun’s rays for life – have similar problems with solar radiation. The vital sun has equally dangerous radiation portions, benefits and risks are closely linked.

In addition, due to the increased release of climate-relevant gases into the atmosphere and the predicted onset of a global warming period, a global climate change is predicted – with a significant increase in average global temperatures. Also, the depletion of the stratospheric ozone layer is already leading to a significant increase in UV radiation. Climate change and changes in environmental conditions and lifestyles have therefore already led to an increase in specific diseases – with some serious impairments in individual performance and quality of life. Various diseases such as skin cancer and allergies, skin diseases, cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, diabetes and other “widespread diseases” are on the rise and are a cause for concern. Healthcare costs are rising accordingly.

In the field of human health and veterinary medicine, HelioVital® contributes to meeting this challenge, with its HelioVital filter films. In the agricultural sector as radiation protection for plants, corresponding research projects with HelioVital filter films are already underway.

In the field of human health, the HelioVital® – we are selective® – technology of nanometre-precise selective filtration of solar radiation allows highly accurate, effective and at the same time cost-effective therapeutic (solar) radiation treatments, in the form of gentle medical heliotherapies or solar therapies, for a variety of diseases. In addition, HelioVital® also develops specific HelioVital® filter films for use in the prevention and rehabilitation of skin and other diseases.

Finally, HelioVital® also develops filter films as lifestyle products for cosmetic, allergy-free skin tanning with protection against UV- and IR-induced skin damage and for the general increase of vitality, well-being and attractiveness.

Yes, there is regular testing and quality control. The HelioVital protective films have been extensively dermatologically tested in vitro and in vivo and their dermatological properties continue to be tested and optimised by leading dermatologists at university clinics. The physical and chemical properties and the resistance of the filtration have been technologically assessed. HelioVital maintains a network of renowned scientists and research institutes, who are engaged in the continuous improvement and testing of HelioVital products and their composition, as well as manufacturing and processing methods. During the entire manufacturing process, HelioVital filter films are subject to a complex and multi-stage quality assurance process before they are incorporated into a HelioVital application product.
The medically indicated use of special HelioVital filter films for heliotherapies or solar therapies is carried out exclusively under the medical supervision of qualified specialists.

HelioVital filter film not only protects the skin, but also hair and eyes from harmful UVB and UVA rays according to the sun protection factor of the film.

HelioVital filter film protects evenly and reliably. As for sun creams, two milligrams of sun cream per square centimetre must be applied to the skin for sufficient protection – that amounts to 30 grams that would fit in a small water glass. The even application of sun cream is also problematic. In contrast the shade of HelioVital filter film always provides an even protection.

Sweat and water baths usually reduce the effectiveness, even with waterproof creams. HelioVital filter film protects independently.

The usual sun creams with chemical additives also have an annoying start time and must be applied at least 20 – 30 minutes before sunbathing. HelioVital filter film, on the other hand, protects immediately.

Sun creams with physical filters made of mineral pigments protect immediately after application. However, various scientists have already warned of the risks posed by nanoparticles applied to the skin in large quantities, which penetrate deep into the body cells through the skin, remain there and can then lead to side effects later. HelioVital filter film protects the skin without the application of cream and is therefore not affected by this problem.

Sun creams and cosmetics with UV protection, can cause allergic reactions. Already today about 20 % of the population in Europe and the USA suffer from sun allergies, especially women between the ages of 20 and 30. One cause, for example, of the well-known “Mallorca acne” is the interaction of cosmetics or sun creams with the sun. In contrast, HelioVital filter film is completely allergologically harmless.

Finally, the HelioVital filter film with IR heat protection, protects against overheating of the skin and thus against excessive sweating.

Yes, HelioVital filter films with different sun protection factors can be produced by using different physical properties of specific films, by laminating them accordingly and by the type of sandwich construction. The respective sun protection factor is indicated for all HelioVital functional sun care products.

Yes, one of the great advantages over sun protection creams is that the HelioVital filter film also protects the eyes and hair from harmful UVB/UVA rays. Of course, when sunbathing you should observe the usual safety rules for the eyes. So do not look directly into the sun and wear sunglasses against the brightness.

Basically no. Of course, the HelioVital filter film does not offer any protection against sun rays whenever you leave the protective area of the film (film shadow), for example to swim, play ball etc..

Indirect rays can bypass the protective film shadow, if necessary, by hitting the sunbather from the side, e.g. by reflections from snow, water, fog, etc. Depending on the intensity of the radiation incident from the side, shading of the side, or the use of additional sunscreens may be recommended. Always remember that your behaviour alone determines, how long and how much protection against harmful solar radiation, you can enjoy with the HelioVital filter film.

The invisible infrared (IR) radiation of the sun penetrates into deeper skin layers and warms or heats the sun basked skin. Depending on the intensity of the radiation and ambient temperature, this is perceived as pleasant (pleasantly warm) or annoying (hot, sweaty), up to and including the risk of overheating with the result of circulatory stress and, in extreme cases, heat stroke. Heat reduction, also protects the body against excessive loss of water and minerals, through sweating.

According to the latest scientific findings, IR radiation is also associated with the risks of premature skin ageing and skin cancer.

The special sun protection of the HelioVital filter film against harmful UV rays is only guaranteed if the sun rays first hit the protective film and then the person in the sun, i.e. if the person in the sun is in the “film’s shade” and the protective film has no visible damage (cracks, holes). Indirect UV rays (e.g. reflections from snow, water, fog, sand, concrete), which only hits the person in the sun indirectly, via a reflection surface, are naturally only protected by the film, if you also protect yourself from these (lateral) rays with HelioVital filter film. This also applies to IR protection. In the “film’s shade” you are then protected from sunburn according to the respective sun protection factor of the product.

Please make sure that the “film’s shade” covers your entire tanning area and remember, especially when falling asleep under the HelioVital filter film: that the sun continues to move in the sky and you may no longer be in the range of the filter film.

When sunbathing, please ensure that you always have a sufficient supply of liquids.

No. Only the tendency to suffer from skin damage can be inherited in certain cases. If your family is known to have specific skin diseases, please consult a doctor before sunbathing – with or without HelioVital filter film.

HelioVital filter film bears a safety sign. This is integrated into the inner sandwich structure of the film and therefore cannot be removed or changed without visible damage to the film. In this way, HelioVital filter film, is also protected against imitation.

On the one hand, the colours are a design element, i.e. an expression of the design. The colours also have an emotional meaning, thus contributing to an increase in well-being in, accordance with the psychological effects of the colours.

In particular, the colours are also an “intelligent wear indicator”. If the colour pigments, which have been optimised for a wear indicator, show a clear pallor, the film ages visibly and should be replaced as soon as possible (see also the question about the service life of the film).

Even a HelioVital filter film has only a limited service life. This depends on UV exposure, temperature and humidity effects and other environmental influences. Experience has shown that the service life is around 1000 – 4000 operating hours. For HelioVital filter films, operating hours are the time during which the film is significantly exposed to UV radiation and filters the UV light.

Remember that the HelioVital filter film constantly “works” in the light to filter out harmful UVA and UVB rays. The radiation energy must be processed because it cannot simply be destroyed. For this purpose, the HelioVital filter film consists of substances that “destroy” the causes of free radicals before they hit your skin and lead to oxidative stress. The HelioVital filter film removes this oxidative stress from your skin, i.e. the HelioVital filter film “sacrifices” itself to protect you and your skin.

The films have a “smart consumption indicator”: If the foil – is faded – or “milky” or shows worm-like distortions, this is harmless, but leads to a reduced permeability of the film also for the tanning rays. This slows down the tanning of the skin and it is advisable to replace the film. However, the UVA-UVB and IR-protective effect of the film is not reduced by ageing.

If you consider the extreme effort required to produce the 8-layer film composite with the necessary accuracy, the multiple functions and efficiency provided, not found anywhere else in this abundance – then you surely will be surprised to learn ,that the costs of HelioVital filter films ,are similar to the price categories of higher quality conventional shading fabrics.