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UVA-only sunscreen filter that must be combined with other sunscreen ingredients to achieve broad-spectrum protection. Avobenzone must be stabilised in a formula to keep it from breaking down prematurely on skin.
Also called oxybenzone, a sunscreen agent that protects skin primarily from the sun's UVB rays.
Group of compounds used in cosmetics as sunscreen agents to protect mostly from UVB.
Synthetic broad-spectrum sunscreen agent that helps defend skin against UVA and UVB rays; praised for excellent photostability.
Term that, when applied to sunscreen, refers to a sunscreen's ability to protect the skin from both UVA and UVB rays from the sun.
Sunscreen ingredient that absorbs primarily UVB light.
UVA-only sunscreen filter that must be combined with other sunscreen ingredients to achieve broad-spectrum protection. It must be stabilised in a formula to keep it from breaking down prematurely on skin.
Synthetic sunscreen agent with excellent photostability that helps protect skin from UVA rays and visible signs of aging.
Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.
Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.
Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.
There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.
May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.
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We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.
