BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE
Avobenzone is a substituted aromatic compound identified by the INCI name BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. Its structure combines aromatic groups bearing tert-butyl and methoxy substituents with a dione, a combination that distinguishes this ingredient from other ultraviolet-radiation filters and absorbers.
BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE: what it is
Avobenzone is a substituted aromatic compound identified by the INCI name BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. Its structure combines aromatic groups bearing tert-butyl and methoxy substituents with a dione, a combination that distinguishes this ingredient from other ultraviolet-radiation filters and absorbers.
BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE: what it does in cosmetics
In a formula, avobenzone serves as a UV filter and UV absorber; these functions describe its participation in absorbing ultraviolet radiation. It is also classified as a light stabilizer, a role associated with the presence of light in the cosmetic system.
BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE: conditions and care
The use of avobenzone is associated with restriction VI/8. This code is retained as the ingredient's specific regulatory reference, without assigning it a scope that is not indicated.
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