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However, cosmetics and beauty companies are already using this tiny technology to big effect.
Skin scientists have designed nano-sized 'containers' that can carry a product's active ingredients deep into your skin, where they work most effectively.
And some sunscreens now contain zinc oxide nanoparticles. These protect you from the Sun's rays but, unlike larger particles, they don't give you that chalky look.
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| Nanoparticles of zinc oxide stop that 'chalky' look. |
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