The instant invention relates to novel surfactant-free, multiphase
sunscreen compositions that provide protection from the sun, have a
unique visual appeal, and provide skin conditioning and moisturization.
In a two-phase embodiment of the instant invention, the compositions are
comprised of (1) a first layer comprising a high-density ester and
sunscreen, and (2) a second aqueous layer, which is usually the top
layer. In a three-phase embodiment of the instant invention, the
compositions are comprised of (1) a first layer comprising a high-density
ester and and sunscreen, (2) a second aqueous layer, and (3) a third oily
layer. The high-density ester layer usually has a specific gravity that
is greater than that of the aqueous layer and the aqueous layer usually
has a specific gravity that is greater than the oily layer. In preferred
embodiments, each phase is substantially clear and has a volume
approximately equal to that of the other phase(s). The phases disperse
upon mixing and separate over time after mixing. The phases may be
colored differently to enhance visual appeal. In some embodiments,
emulsified boundary layer(s) form between the phases and constitute third
or fourth phases.