Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
Explained
This ingredient is also known as Solafresh. It is an emollient, UV absorber, and solvent.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient helps:
- Photostabilize avobenzone, a chemical UV filter notorious for being unstable.
- Enhances SPF and broadens UV protection spectrum including PFA (Protection factor UVA)
- Acts as a solvent for solid, oil-soluble UV filters to improve efficacy and spreadability
- Provides a glossy finish and hydrates the skin with emollient properties
You'll likely find this ingredient in "3-O-Free" sunscreens (formulated without octocrylene, octinoxate, and oxybenzone).
See all 70 products with Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Solvent
Capable of dissolving another substance.
UV Absorber
An agent that absorbs uv rays
Alternative names
Solafresh
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Sunscreens
Makeup
Moisturizers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
55845
INCI Name
DIETHYLHEXYL 2,6-NAPHTHALATE
All Functions
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, UV Absorber
