🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
One of the oldest and most widely used chemical UVB filters in the world. It is an oil-soluble liquid that provides excellent, cosmetically elegant sunburn protection without leaving any white cast.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Prevents sunburn and allows sunscreens to feel like lightweight, luxurious lotions.
💡 Pro Tip
Highly controversial due to suspected coral reef toxicity and mild endocrine disruption debates.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It protects against all UV rays.
The Science
It purely protects against UVB (burning) rays; it must be paired with UVA filters (like Avobenzone) for broad-spectrum protection.