SolaStay® S1 is the unique, highly efficient, singlet state quencher for Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (BMDBM; Avobenzone) and Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (OMC; Octinoxate). At a typical use level that matches the percentage by weight of Avobenzone in the formulation (typically 2-3%), it can markedly improve Avobenzone photostability, thereby allowing new heights in broad spectrum UVA and UVB photoprotection. Used at 1-3% with mineral UV filters and/or cosmetic colorants, it mitigates the photocatalytic and reactive oxygen species-generating activities of these oxides. To photostabilize photolabile anti-aging ingredients such as Cholecalciferol, Resveratrol, Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate and Ubiquinone in skin care products, 3 – 5% SolaStay® S1 is recommended.
SolaStay® P1 permits formulators to combine active ingredients once considered too photo-unstable to be effective. SolaStay® P1’s singlet state quenching makes for faster, more powerful photostabilization of sunscreens. It effectively photostabilizes Avobenzone and, as a polymer, it may also enhance the water resistance of products in which it is incorporated. Typical use level 1 – 5%.
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