How new solutions reinforce Symrise as a driver in the sun protection industry
As the industry adapts to tighter regulations and a shrinking pool of approved UV filters, Symrise developed advanced and innovative Functional Performance Boosters (FPBs) like the solubilizer SymSol® ProSun to ensure effective and stable sun protection. This shift highlights the critical balance between consumer demands, consumer safety and product performance in the evolving sun and skincare market.
The quest for developing advanced sunscreen formulations is becoming a complex, skill-intensive endeavor. As consumer demand for higher Sun Protection Factors (SPFs) rises, the options for acceptable UV filters are diminishing. Traditionally, sunscreens have relied on liquid oil-soluble UV filters, prized not only for their protective qualities but also for their ability to dissolve crystalline counterparts, enhancing the product's overall effectiveness. However, increasing regulatory constraints and shifting public sentiments are limiting the use of these liquid UV filters, posing new challenges for formulators.
The primary hurdle now is the effective utilization of crystalline UV filters, which must be completely dissolved to deliver consistent and lasting SPF protection. This necessity is driving the demand for innovative solubilizers that can seamlessly integrate these crystalline filters into sunscreen formulations.
With SymSol® ProSun, Symrise created an innovative solution in this area, designed specifically to solubilize crystalline UV filters and maintain their solubility, ensuring a stable formulation and reliable SPF. Beyond its primary function, SymSol® ProSun is an emollient blend that enhances the skin feel of sun and skincare products. It also serves as an effective pigment wetting agent for mineral UV filters, adding to its versatility in modern sun care formulations.
As the industry navigates these complexities, the development of such Functional Performance Boosters will be crucial in meeting both consumer expectations and regulatory standards. The introduction of products like SymSol® ProSun, which is globally approved (except in China), represents a significant advancement in the field, promising more effective and user-friendly sunscreen options and reinforcing Symrise as driver for innovation in the industry for Personal Care. SymSol® ProSun is an efficient solution that will improve sun protection in various applications.