Octisalate
Octisalate/Octyl Salicylate is a synthetic UV filter used in sun care products to provide protection against UVB wavelengths of 290-320 nm, with a peak absorbance at 306 nm. Other ingredients in the class of synthetic UV filters include bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ethylhexyl salicylate, ethylhexyl triazone, homosalate, octinoxate, octocrylene and triazine diethyl butamidotriazone.
What is Octisalate?
A colorless to light yellowish oily liquid that works as a UVB filter in sun care products to provide SPF protection to the skin. As it only protects against UVB wavelengths, it must be used in combination with other UV filters to provide broad-spectrum protection.
What does Octisalate do?
As with other synthetic UV filters, it works by absorbing UVB light in the outer layers of the epidermis, then converting it into heat (to neutralise the energy which can lead to cell damage), and scattering it away from the body.
Who is Octisalate good for?
If any of the following apply Octisalate might be a good option for you:
UV Protection
Who should avoid Octisalate?
If any of the following apply it might be best to avoid Octisalate:
Pregnancy
Sensitive
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