1) Sunscreening agent 
Homosalate is an organic compound used in some sunscreens. It is an ester formed from salicylic acid and 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexanol, a derivative of cyclohexanol. Contained in 45% of U.S. sunscreens, it is used as a chemical UV filter. The salicylic acid portion of the molecule absorbs ultraviolet rays with a wavelength from 295 nm to 315 nm, pro...
3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl salicylate;an ultraviolet screening agent for topical application to the skin. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
(ho″mo-sal´āt) a sunscreen effective against ultraviolet B rays, applied topically to the skin.
Type: Term Pronunciation: hō′mō-sal′āt Definitions: 1. An ultraviolet screening agent for topical application to the skin.