# K-Beauty Sunscreen Leader Kolmar Korea Expands into Scalp and Hair Sun Care

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- Published: 2026-05-13T19:30:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

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 ◦ **_Expands sun care portfolio with "Scalp Sun Essence" and photoprotective hair
   composition_**
 ◦ **_Introduces a new method for evaluating UV protection efficacy for hair, published
   in an international academic journal_**

SEOUL, South Korea, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — [Kolmar Korea](https://www.kolmar.co.kr/eng/),
a leading force behind the global K-sunscreen boom, is accelerating its expansion
into the next-generation sun care market by extending its expertise beyond skin 
to include scalp and hair protection.

[⌊A Kolmar Korea researcher tests ‘scalp sun essence’ formulation.⌉⌊A Kolmar Korea
researcher tests ‘scalp sun essence’ formulation.⌉[
A Kolmar Korea researcher tests‘
scalp sun essence’ formulation.

As the global "skinification" trend continues to grow—encouraging consumers to care
for the scalp and hair as an extension of skincare—Kolmar Korea has developed UV
protection solutions for the scalp and **photoprotective technologies for hair**,
while also introducing a new evaluation method for measuring hair UV protection 
efficacy.

Kolmar Korea recently developed a dedicated scalp sunscreen product, the "**Scalp
Sun Essence**." Offering SPF50+ protection, the product is designed for direct application
onto the scalp.

Unlike conventional sunscreens, which are often difficult to use on the scalp or
hair due to heavy oil content, the Scalp Sun Essence combines **water-soluble and
lipophilic UV filters** at an optimized ratio to deliver a lightweight texture.

Kolmar Korea plans to expand the category into formats such as mists and sprays,
while also developing cleansers for scalp sun care. The company aims to launch the
product in Korea this year before expanding globally, including the U.S. market 
next year.

In addition to scalp care, Kolmar Korea has also developed a "photoprotective hair
composition" designed to shield hair from harmful light exposure, including ultraviolet
rays.

Hair is continuously exposed to UV radiation and other harmful light, which can 
cause discoloration, dryness, and breakage over time. However, most conventional
haircare products have primarily focused on preventing heat damage rather than light-
induced damage.

To address this gap, Kolmar Korea developed technology capable of protecting hair
from photodamage using specific silicone oils with large molecular structures and
high refractive indices to scatter light effectively. This approach reduces light
stabilizers used for photoprotection and olis needed to dissolve them, while still
delivering a lightweight feel.

The formulation can also be expanded into multifunctional products by incorporating
active ingredients such as biotin, panthenol, and niacinamide, enabling benefits
including hair loss symptom relief, scalp soothing, and sebum and pore care.

Kolmar Korea has also proposed a new method for objectively evaluating UV protection
efficacy for hair.

Previously, there had been no standardized method for measuring UV protection performance
on hair. To address this, the company developed a method that analyzes changes in
hair color before and after UV exposure to assess damage levels and measure UV protection
performance.

The study was published last year in the international dermatology journal Skin 
Research and Technology (Impact Factor: 3.2), gaining recognition for its scientific
significance.

"As the global sun care market becomes increasingly segmented, demand for scalp 
and hair protection solutions is growing rapidly," said a representative from Kolmar
Korea. "Leveraging our R&D capabilities spanning product development, material innovation,
and efficacy evaluation, we aim to lead the next-generation hair sun care market."

Kolmar Korea, which accounts for more than 70% of Korea’s sun care market, is widely
recognized as a leading player behind the global rise of K-sunscreens. In 2013, 
the company became the first in the Korean cosmetics industry to obtain OTC certification
from the U.S. FDA.

In 2022, Kolmar Korea further strengthened its research capabilities by establishing
Korea’s first dedicated UV protection research center, the "**UV Tech Innovation
Lab**." More recently, sunscreens co-developed by Kolmar Korea with globally popular**
K-beauty brands including Beauty of Joseon, SKIN 1004, and Round Lab** surpassed
100 million units in cumulative global sales.

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