Octisalate

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Where is Octisalate found?

Octisalate is an organic compound found in sunscreen, moisturizers, lip balm, and cosmetic creams. Its primary function is to absorb UVB (ultraviolet) rays.

How can you avoid contact with Octisalate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2-ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE
• Octisalate
• 2-Ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
• Sunarome O
• Sunarome WMO
• Ethyl hexyl salicylate
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-ethylhexyl ester
• Salicylic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester
• Ethylhexyl salicylate
• Octisalate [USAN]
• Octisalate [USAN:USP:INN]
• Dermoblock OS
• Neo Heliopan OS
• isooctyl salicylate
• Salicylic Acid 2-Ethylhexyl Ester
• Uvinul (TN)
• Escalol 587
• Uvinul O-18
• 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester
• Octisalate (USP/INN)
• Ethylhexyl salicylic acid
• Salicylic Acid Octyl Ester
• Salicylic acid 2-ethylhexyl
• 2-Ethylhexyl salicylate, 99%

What are some products that may contain Octisalate?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain Octisalate, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.