OXYBENZONE

OXYBENZONE

Other Names: Benzophenone-3,  2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

What it is:  Oxybenzone has been widely used in sunscreens and other personal care products to protect against UVA & UVB radiation. But its usage has been decreasing due to growing concerns over its safety in the environment and humans.

Safety in special situations:

Pregnancy Women
Not recommended for use by pregnant women
Nursing Mother
Not recommended for use by nursing mothers
Babies under 2 years
Not recommended for babies
Childrens
Not recommended for children
Cancer Free
Not recommended for people with a history of/at risk of cancer

Notes:

  • Oxybenzone is considered a potential endocrine disruptor.

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Vegan
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Synthetic Origin
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Biodegradable
Not readily biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Toxic to aquatic ecosystems

Attributes:

Comedogenicity
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acne prone skin
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sensitive skin
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Notes:

  • Oxybenzone is considered a potential photoallergen.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

European Union – CIR Data unavailable
European Union – SCCS Safe to use, as per current practice
US FDA Safe to use, as per current practice
ASEAN guidelines Safe to use, as per current practice

Conclusionconclusion
Oxybenzone is considered safe for use within the recommended concentrations, as per regional regulatory guidelines.

Referencesbook

  1. https://health.ec.europa.eu
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov
  3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
  5. https://www.sciencedirect.com

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in