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UV Filter

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Often labeled as: Octisalate

The soothing, solvent UVB filter.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An organic compound used to absorb UVB rays. Like Homosalate, it acts as an excellent solvent for other filters, but because it is a salicylate, it also possesses mild soothing properties.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Prevents sunburn, stabilizes complex formulas, and is well tolerated by sensitive skin.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A safe, reliable backbone ingredient in global sunscreens.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It exfoliates the skin like Salicylic Acid.

The Science

The esterification completely neutralizes its exfoliating properties.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Ethylhexyl Salicylate

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All Day Light Sunscreen Mist SPF50+ PA++++
Skintific
All Day Light Sunscreen Mist SPF50+ PA++++
Sunscreen

The ultimate life-saver for sunscreen reapplication over makeup. It utilizes an aerosolized delivery system to spray an ultra-fine, completely invisible ring of chemical filters (Homosalate, Octisalate, Octinoxate, Avobenzone, Tinosorb S). It goes on completely dry, has zero white cast, and creates a soft-focus matte effect due to structural silica. However, it contains volatile carriers; breathing it in or spraying it too close can irritate lungs and ocular passages.

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Ceramide Bright Pink Glow & Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Aiken
Ceramide Bright Pink Glow & Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Sunscreen

A modern, highly cosmetic hybrid sunscreen. It merges advanced organic and physical filters to provide formidable SPF 50 protection alongside a subtle, pink brightening tone-up effect to immediately combat sallow, yellow undertones. Built heavily on a 5x Ceramide complex, it actively patches micro-tears in the moisture mantle while defending against UV radiation. The inclusion of Niacinamide and Vitamin C ensures long-term brightening benefits without heavy greasy residues.

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Ceramide Bright Purple Correcting & Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Aiken
Ceramide Bright Purple Correcting & Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Sunscreen

A modern, highly cosmetic hybrid sunscreen. It merges advanced organic and physical filters to provide formidable SPF 50 protection alongside a subtle, purple brightening tone-up effect to immediately combat sallow, yellow undertones. Built heavily on a 5x Ceramide complex, it actively patches micro-tears in the moisture mantle while defending against UV radiation. The inclusion of Niacinamide and Vitamin C ensures long-term brightening benefits without heavy greasy residues.