Understanding chemical SPF Boosters and Sunscreen Doping: how are these hidden ingredients different to their chemical UV filter counterparts

Discover the truth behind SPF boosters like butyloctyl salicylate, tridecyl salicylate, polyester-8,

ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, and ethyl ferulate in sunscreens. These chemical analogs are increasingly found in both mineral and chemical sunscreens, often used to reduce the concentration of active UV filters like zinc oxide. Learn how these ingredients affect sunscreen performance and whether they compromise true all-mineral formulations.

The Sunscreen Company TeamAugust 20, 2024SPF Boosters, Sunscreen Doping, Chemical UV Filters, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Tridecyl Salicylate, Polyester-8, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Ethyl Ferulate, Sunscreen Safety, Mineral Sunscreens, Chemical Sunscreens, Sunscreen Formulation, SPF Ingredients