Active Compound

Bmdm) Avobenzone

Bmdm) Avobenzone is a UV filter that helps protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Oil-soluble UVA1 UV filter; primary UVA absorber in US-market sunscreens; peak absorption ~357 nm; photounstable — undergoes keto-enol tautomerization and Norrish type I/II photocleavage upon UV absorption; requires co-formulation with a photostabilizer for sustained UVA protection
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Bmdm) Avobenzone is a UV filter that helps protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Reference

Identifiers

Category
Active Compound
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.