Avobenzene
Avobenzene
AVO
7/10
Concern level
High concern
Oil-soluble UVA filter used in sunscreen formulations to absorb long-wave UVA rays (especially UVA1). It is one of the most common broad-spectrum chemical UV filters and is typically paired with stabilizers because it is photounstable on its own.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
UV Protection
Concerns
Photosensitivity
Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight
310.4 g/molTypical Concentration
1.00% - 3.00%CAS Number: 70356-09-1
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin8/10
sensitive skin5/10
acne prone8/10
mature skin9/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: photounstable when used alone; benefits from photostabilizers, can be less effective in formulas with insufficient stabilization, avoid relying on it as a stand-alone UV strategy
Risks & Warnings
Can degrade with light if not stabilized, reducing protection. May cause mild eye or skin irritation in some users. Rare contact allergy is possible. Sunscreen products containing avobenzone should be used with adequate application and reapplication.
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