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• The Spectrophotometric Analysis and Modeling of SunscreensJournal of Chemical Education

  • The Spectrophotometric Analysis and Modeling of Sunscreens

    Christina Walters , Allen Keeney , Carl T. Wigal , Cynthia R. Johnston and Richard D. Cornelius
    Journal of Chemical Education 1997 74 (1), p 99

    Abstract:

    Sunscreens and their SPF (Sun Protection Factor) values are the focus of this experiment that includes spectrophotometric measurements and molecular modeling. Students suspend weighed amounts of sunscreen lotions graded SPF 4, 6, 8, 15, 30, and 45 in ...

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• Two-Step Semi-Microscale Preparation of a Cinnamate Ester Sunscreen AnalogJournal of Chemical Education

  • Two-Step Semi-Microscale Preparation of a Cinnamate Ester Sunscreen Analog

    Ryan G. Stabile and Andrew P. Dicks
    Journal of Chemical Education 2004 81 (10), p 1488

    Abstract:

    The two-step synthesis and characterization of a sunscreen analog (ethyl trans-4-methoxycinnamate) is presented. This experiment is tailored towards students with a sound theoretical understanding of organic chemistry and related laboratory techniques. ...

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• The Photochemistry of SunscreensJournal of Chemical Education

  • The Photochemistry of Sunscreens

    Doris R. Kimbrough
    Journal of Chemical Education 1997 74 (1), p 51

    Abstract:

    Many of us use commercially available sunscreens to protect us from sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer, but what is the chemistry behind their function? This article describes how light energy interacts with molecules to produce excited states, the ...

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• Two-Step Semi-Microscale Preparation of a Cinnamate Ester Sunscreen Analog Journal of Chemical Education