Homosalate.
Qu’est-ce que c’est ?
D’où cela provient-il ?
Quels sont les bienfaits ?
Comment est-il utilisé dans nos produits ?
Qu’est-ce que c’est ?
Homosalate is an oil-soluble organic compound known as an ester of Homomenthol and salicylic acid. It is a phenolic compound used primarily as a UV filter in sunscreens, able to absorb UVB rays within the 295 to 315 nm wavelength range. As a salicylate, it functions by absorbing ultraviolet light to minimize direct skin exposure to harmful sun rays.
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Homosalate is an oil-soluble organic compound known as an ester of Homomenthol and salicylic acid. It is a phenolic compound used primarily as a UV filter in sunscreens, able to absorb UVB rays within the 295 to 315 nm wavelength range. As a salicylate, it functions by absorbing ultraviolet light to minimize direct skin exposure to harmful sun rays.
D’où cela provient-il ?
Homosalate is an organic compound composed of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. It is part of a group called salicylates, which are derived from salicylic acid. Salicylic acid is derived from salicin, a compound found in the bark of willow trees. It is globally approved for use in sunscreens.
Quels sont les bienfaits ?
Quels sont les bienfaits ?
- Protective: Homosalate can protect the skin from UVB radiation, which can lead to sunburn and the signs of maturing skin. By absorbing UVB rays, it minimizes both short-term and long-term effects.
- Stability: It remains stable under sun exposure, ensuring potent and long-lasting protection.
- Compatibility: Acts as a solvent for other UV filters, improving their stability and performance in sunscreen formulations.
Safety: Studied for safety and considered low risk for triggering irritation with low skin penetration.
Comment est-il utilisé dans nos produits ?
Homosalate is used in F42 Corrective Face Cream from OLIVEDA. Included for its ability to absorb UV rays and provide broad-spectrum skin protection. Its role as a solubilizer for other UV filters contributes to the overall efficacy of the sunscreen. Moreover, it has a favorable environmental profile; it is biodegradable, non-bioaccumulative, and lacking known aquatic toxicity.
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