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Octinoxate
A common chemical UV filter providing UVB protection, widely used in sunscreens and SPF-containing daily products.
UV filterUVB protectionchemical sunscreen
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Octinoxate (ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate) is an organic UV filter that primarily absorbs UVB radiation, the wavelength most responsible for sunburn.
Used in sunscreens and SPF moisturizers, typically combined with UVA filters like avobenzone for broad-spectrum protection.
Key Benefits
Effective UVB absorption
Helps protect against sunburn-causing UVB radiation.
Lightweight formula compatibility
Blends easily into many sunscreen textures.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
It offers no UVA protection on its own and is restricted or banned in some regions (e.g. Hawaii, parts of the EU) due to environmental concerns around coral reefs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Octinoxate do for skin?
Used in sunscreens and SPF moisturizers, typically combined with UVA filters like avobenzone for broad-spectrum protection.
Who should use Octinoxate?
Octinoxate is suitable for: all skin types in formulated sunscreen products.
Are there any warnings about Octinoxate?
It offers no UVA protection on its own and is restricted or banned in some regions (e.g. Hawaii, parts of the EU) due to environmental concerns around coral reefs.
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