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Ingredient guide
dioxybenzone
In short
Dioxybenzone is an older‑generation chemical UV filter that absorbs UVA and UVB. It is less common today due to sensitisation concerns and has been replaced by newer filters in many regions.
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Works for
Barrier
Best used
Morning
What it is
UVA/UVB benzophenone filter; older generation with photoallergy and endocrine-disruption concerns — largely superseded by newer filters.
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Common questions
It protects formulas—and historically, skin—from UVA and UVB by absorbing UV energy.
It appears mainly in older or legacy sunscreen formulas in specific markets.
When included, it acts as one part of a broader UV‑filter blend, though it is now far less common.
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