avobenzone brands

Molecular formula: C20H22O3

It blocks UVA I, UVA II, and UVB wavelengths, thereby limiting the impact of UV rays on skin. Diminish the penetration of ultraviolet (UV) light through the epidermis by absorbing UV radiation within a specific wavelength range. The amount and wavelength of UV radiation absorbed are affected by the molecular structure of the sunscreen agent. Diminish the penetration of ultraviolet (UV) light through the epidermis by absorbing UV radiation within a specific wavelength range. The amount and wavelength of UV radiation absorbed are affected by the molecular structure of the sunscreen agent. /Sunscreen agents, topical/ A 2025 review by authors in the U.S. and U.K. noted that avobenzone is one of the most effective absorbers in the UVA range, blocking both UVA-I (340-400 nm) and UVA-II (320-340 nm) wavelengths. Also, they noted that avobenzone is currently the only dedicated UVA absorber listed in the U.S. FDA Over-the-Counter (OTC) Sunscreen Drug Monograph, and thus it is an essential UV filter for the formulation of effective, broad-spectrum sunscreen products.

Source: PubChem (NCBI) · compound 51040