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UV Filter

Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnamate

Often labeled as: Amiloxate

The modern, highly effective UVB absorber.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A newer-generation, oil-soluble chemical UVB filter. It is highly photostable and acts as an excellent solvent for other difficult-to-dissolve filters, providing elegant, non-sticky sun protection.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Prevents sunburn effectively and improves the sensory profile of heavy SPF creams.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Approved in Europe and Asia, but not currently FDA-approved in the US.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It causes severe allergies.

The Science

It actually has an incredibly strong safety and tolerability profile compared to legacy filters.