INCI: Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Broad-spectrum chemical UVA filter. Covers the UVA1 range (340–400 nm) where mineral filters are weaker. Photounstable – requires stabilizers (octocrylene, Tinosorb S).
Topical application
AProven efficacy. Two or more independent RCTs with instrumental endpoints.
FDA approved as an OTC UV filter. UVA protection efficacy confirmed by decades of data. Photodegradation is the main issue: without stabilizers, it loses up to 50% activity within 1 hour of sun exposure.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
CautionSuitable for
Use with caution
Works well with
OctocryleneОктокрилен
Octocrylene stabilizes photo-unstable avobenzone. However, octocrylene itself degrades to benzophenone during long storage – factor this in.
Uvinul A PlusУвинул A Plus
DHHB (Uvinul A Plus) stabilizes avobenzone as well as octocrylene but without degradation risks. The modern choice.
Avobenzone should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consulting a dermatologist or OB-GYN is advisable.
Avobenzone suits: normal, combination, oily, dry. Use with caution in: sensitive.
Broad-spectrum chemical UVA filter.
The INCI name is Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane. It may also appear as: Авобензон.
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