UV Filter

Octocrylene

Often labeled as: Octocrylene
"The water-resistant UVB filter and stabilizer."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Caution
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 2 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An older, globally approved chemical UV filter that primarily absorbs UVB rays and is highly effective at making sunscreens water-resistant.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Prevents sunburn and stabilizes weaker UV filters.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can cause stinging around the eyes or on highly sensitive skin. If your sunscreen burns your eyes, this is likely the culprit.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Octocrylene interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
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Avobenzone
+
Thermus Thermophillus Ferment
+
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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