Boosting the effectiveness of UV filters and sunscreen formulations using photostable, non-toxic inorganic platelets.
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Chen, Lina
Wu, Xuwen
Coulthard, Claire T
Qian, Yong
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We have studied the size-dependent optical scattering of aqueous suspensions containing Mg2Al-LDH platelets, which exhibit high total- and side-scatterings. By incorporating 3 wt% Mg2Al-LDH platelets (280 nm) in a commercial sunscreen formulation, we achieved a twofold Sun Protection Factor boost, providing a promising, high-efficient and non-toxic strategy to enhance sunscreen effectiveness.
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40 Engineering, 34 Chemical Sciences
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Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
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SCG Chemicals (Unassigned)
H2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (892131-PLECTRA-H2020-MSCA-IF-2019)
H2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (892131-PLECTRA-H2020-MSCA-IF-2019)