Ingredient guide
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
INCI name · ethylhexyl methoxycrylene
In short
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene is a photostabiliser that helps other UV filters stay effective longer. It doesn’t filter UV itself but keeps sunscreens more stable in sunlight.
Works forFrom reviewed ingredient data
Barrier
Best used
Morning
What it is
Photostabiliser preventing avobenzone degradation; does not absorb UV itself but extends SPF stability by triplet-state quenching.
Evidence receipt
No linked study yet
No verified study is linked to this exact ingredient and route. The guidance below describes conventional use; it is not evidence of efficacy.
When to use it
Mornings suit it best.
Where it sits
Serums sit after toner and before moisturiser. Thinnest to thickest, water before oil.
- Cleanse
- Tone
- Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
- Moisturise
- SPF
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What does Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene do?
It stabilises UV filters like avobenzone so the sunscreen maintains its listed protection under sun exposure.
Is it safe for skin?
It is widely considered safe and is commonly used to improve sunscreen performance.
How is it used in formulas?
It’s added to modern sunscreen blends to help them stay stable and reliable during wear.
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