Synthesis and characterisation of novel composite sunscreens containing both avobenzone and octocrylene motifs
Adam M. Cowden, Abigail L. Whittock, Emily L. Holt, Vasilios G. Stavros, Martin Wills
Abstract
Compounds 10a–10e and 14a/b contain elements of the two established sunscreen molecules avobenzone and octocrylene. The compounds were prepared, characterised and were found to have broad-wavelength, UV-absorbing properties.
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ChemistryComposite numberMaterials scienceComposite materialSkin Protection and Aging