- Other names:
- Bisoctrizole
- Milestab 360
- Methylene bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (and) Aqua (and) Decyl Glucoside (and) Propylene Glycol (and) Xanthan Gum
- Blocks UVA: Yes
- Blocks UVB: Yes
- Photo-stable: Yes
- Characteristics:
- Excellent UVA protection
- Tinosorb M is a chemical filter, but it looks like a white powder and will leave a white cast, in the way that physical filters (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) do
UV Spectrum:
Interactions with Other ingredients:
Helps prevent photo-degradation of other UV absorbers, especially octinoxate.
Safety Concerns:
Minimal skin penetration and no estrogenic effects in vitro.
Cosdna Rating: 0 for comedogenesis, 0 for irritation
Beautypedia Rating: Best
EWG Rating: 1
Manufactured by BASF.
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