Homosalate
homosalate · 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl salicylate · hms
Chemical UV filter that accumulates in the body faster than it is eliminated. The EU has lowered its maximum allowed concentration due to hormonal disruption concerns.
Concerns
- Endocrine disruption — disrupts estrogen, androgen, and progesterone [inference]
- Bioaccumulation — detected in human blood and breast milk
- EU reduced max concentration from 10% to 1.4% (2021)
- Enhances skin absorption of other chemicals
Regulatory flags
- ⚑EU restricted from 10% → 0.5% (SCCS 2020 opinion: unsafe at old limit)
- ⚑Endocrine disruption concerns
Commonly found in
Safer swaps we'd look at
Thinksport
Thinksport SPF 50+
The cleanest mineral sunscreen we've found. Zero hormone disruptors.
Why it's cleaner
No flagged ingredients in our current review; key ingredients include Zinc oxide 20%, Sunflower seed oil, Shea butter.
Pipette
Pipette Mineral SPF 50
Sheer mineral SPF designed for sensitive skin.
Why it's cleaner
No flagged ingredients in our current review; key ingredients include Zinc oxide 20%, Squalane, Bisabolol.
Sources & references
Last researched: April 18, 2026
Research disclaimer: This rating is based on available peer-reviewed research and regulatory assessments at the time of publication. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional for personal health or skin concerns.
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