POLYSILICONE-15

Ingredient type: SILICONE

Parsol SLX, UVB filter

✨ Role: Polysilicone-15 is widely used in cosmetics as an organic sunscreen. It helps protect the skin from ultraviolet rays, particularly UVB rays, thereby reducing the risk of sunburn and sun damage to the skin.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe. However, as with any ingredient, it is recommended to monitor for any unusual skin reactions.

✨ Vegan: Yes, Polysilicone-15 is synthetic and therefore considered vegan.

✨ Note: Polysilicone-15 is often used in formulas designed to provide continuous sun protection. Its ability to absorb UV rays diminishes over time depending on sun exposure, so it is usually combined with other sun filters for optimal protection. It should not be considered a total sunblock and should always be used in conjunction with other sun protection measures.

Found in: Mainly in sunscreens, but also in some foundations and moisturizers with sun protection factor (SPF).

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