UV Filter

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

Often labeled as: Tinosorb M
"The hybrid chemical-physical UV filter."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly unique UV filter that acts as a hybrid. It exists as micro-fine organic particles that both absorb UV rays (like a chemical filter) AND reflect/scatter them (like a mineral filter).

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Provides robust broad-spectrum protection and stabilizes formulations.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can leave a slight white cast due to its particulate nature.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
No documented synergies yet.
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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