1. What is the 'Buthyloctyl Salicilylate' ?
This is consist of C19H30O3. ButhyloctylSalicilylate is a multifunctional, synthetically produced ester of salicylic acid and a defined branched C12 alcohol.
2. What is the feature of 'Buthyloctyl Salicilylate' and HOW to use ?
It is suitable for use as a primary or secondary solvent and emollient in skin and hair care preparations. This product is also an excellent carrier for micronized TiO2, ZnO and pigments.
Butyloctyl salicylate is a relatively new inactive ingredient in sunscreens that may boost the SPF factor by not allowing the skin to redden. Because SPF factors are determined by HOW red your skin gets after exposure, reducing redness allows for a higher SPF factor WITHOUT a true increase in UV protection.
Salicylates are absorbed percutaneously and systemic exposure may have the potential to cause reproductive and developmental toxicity. Butyloctyl salicylate should not be used in children below 4 years, in people who are hypersensitive to salicylates, and in asthmatics.
3. EWG Grade for 'Butyloctyl Salicylate'
When you look at the image, It seems to have low harmful grade for cancer, allagic and toxic. But also, you can check date isn't enough to prove safety.
4. Conclusion
The Butyloctyl Salisliclate use booster of SPF, solvent and emollient in skin and hair care preparations.
This one have a concern should not be used in children below 4 years, in people who are hypersensitive to salicylates, and in asthmatics.
