Ensulizole
Category: Sunscreen agent
Brief description: Ensulizole, also known as Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, is a water-soluble sunscreen agent that primarily provides UVB protection.
Benefits: It offers protection against UVB rays, helping to prevent sunburn and associated skin damage.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Generally suitable for all skin types but may cause irritation in those with sensitive skin.
Target audience: Individuals needing sun protection. It's particularly useful in lightweight and watery sunscreen formulations.
Chemical composition: Its chemical structure includes a phenyl benzimidazole group, which absorbs UVB rays, and a sulfonic acid group, which makes it water-soluble.
Physical aspect: It's a white to beige powder.
Compatibility: Frequently combined with other sunscreens to achieve broad-spectrum protection.
Concentration: Maximum concentration of 4% in the U.S.
Side effects/adverse reactions: It's considered safe in approved concentrations but may cause skin irritation in rare cases.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in many countries.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: As a synthetic sunscreen, its environmental impact is a concern. However, it's not specifically identified as harmful to coral reefs, unlike some other sunscreen ingredients.
Brief description: Ensulizole, also known as Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, is a water-soluble sunscreen agent that primarily provides UVB protection.
Benefits: It offers protection against UVB rays, helping to prevent sunburn and associated skin damage.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Generally suitable for all skin types but may cause irritation in those with sensitive skin.
Target audience: Individuals needing sun protection. It's particularly useful in lightweight and watery sunscreen formulations.
Chemical composition: Its chemical structure includes a phenyl benzimidazole group, which absorbs UVB rays, and a sulfonic acid group, which makes it water-soluble.
Physical aspect: It's a white to beige powder.
Compatibility: Frequently combined with other sunscreens to achieve broad-spectrum protection.
Concentration: Maximum concentration of 4% in the U.S.
Side effects/adverse reactions: It's considered safe in approved concentrations but may cause skin irritation in rare cases.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in many countries.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: As a synthetic sunscreen, its environmental impact is a concern. However, it's not specifically identified as harmful to coral reefs, unlike some other sunscreen ingredients.
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