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Butyloctyl Salicylate
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A lightweight emollient ester common in sunscreens, where it acts as a solvent that helps dissolve and spread UV filters evenly.
What it does
Butyloctyl salicylate is an oily ester that gives a smooth, light slip and helps carry other ingredients. In sunscreens it is valued because it dissolves UV filters, which makes them easier to spread into an even film. Despite the 'salicylate' in its name it is not an exfoliating acid like salicylic acid — it is an emollient and solvent that supports a formula's feel and the performance of other ingredients.
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