JAMA · 2020 · rct
Randomized controlled trial: Demonstrates octinoxate systemic absorption above 0.5 ng mL FDA threshold.
sunscreen
Octinoxate
Evidencestrong · Tier 1Irritation riskModerateIn products359
Common organic UVB filter (~290–320 nm). Photo-labile and can destabilise avobenzone; subject to environmental/reef-safety restrictions in some jurisdictions. Contributes UVB photoprotection only.
The research
Octinoxate is a sunscreen backed by a large, consistent body of clinical evidence (evidence tier 1 of 4). We track 3 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
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Opinion on Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC)
Q40October 25, 2024 · 2024 · observational
Clinical study: Ongoing EU safety reassessment of octinoxate may drive concentration restrictions.
Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics · 2018 · review
Review: Overview of reef toxicity and regulatory response including Hawaii ban rationale.
Products with Octinoxate
In 359 products — most often sunscreens (196), moisturizers (101), serums (51), from $4.45 to $278.13. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.
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ELEMIS
Travel Size Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30
Sunscreen
$57.0014.8ml · $3.85/ml
★★★★★4.8(7,042)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- LowUneven texture
Not recommended for
Redness & sensitivityAcne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol and Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
ELEMIS
Travel Size Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30
Sunscreen
$57.0014.8ml · $3.85/ml
★★★★★4.8(7,042)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- LowUneven texture
Not recommended for
Redness & sensitivityAcne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol and Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Travel Size Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 is a sunscreen by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Octocrylene, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
Product Ingredients (30)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
Octocrylene0.5%GlycerinCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideGlyceryl Stearate SEDimethiconeAvobenzoneOctinoxatePhenoxyethanolButylene GlycolCetyl AlcoholStearic AcidXanthan GumChlorphenesinFragranceDisodium EDTALecithinVitamin EShea ButterCitric AcidWheat Germ OilBenzyl BenzoatePolysorbate 20Dipropylene GlycolCitronellolGeraniolHydroxycitronellalCitrus OilsLimonenePotassium SorbateSodium Benzoate
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Estée Lauder
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
★★★★★4.8(581)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
- RelevantUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate and Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Estée Lauder
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
★★★★★4.8(581)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
- RelevantUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate and Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Estée Lauder DayWear Sheer Tint Release Advanced Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant Moisturizer SPF15 50ml is a spf moisturiser by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Octisalate, Dimethicone.
Product Ingredients (35)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
OctinoxateOctisalateDimethiconeButylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxaneAvobenzonePentylene GlycolHydrogenated LecithinCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractCholesterolHyaluronic AcidTrehaloseLecithinSqualaneLinoleic AcidGlycerinSodium PCAUreaCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideIsopropyl MyristateTromethamineStearyl AlcoholCarbomerSodium HydroxideFragranceLinaloolBenzyl SalicylateDisodium EDTASodium BenzoatePotassium SorbateChlorphenesinPhenoxyethanolIron OxidesTitanium Dioxide
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Wella Professionals Care
Wella Professionals Care Color Motion+ Structure+ Mask with WellaPlex Bonding Agent 150ml
Serum
$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml
★★★★★4.7(2,326)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- RelevantRedness & sensitivity
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol and Cetyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Linalool and Limonene)
Wella Professionals Care
Wella Professionals Care Color Motion+ Structure+ Mask with WellaPlex Bonding Agent 150ml
Serum
$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml
★★★★★4.7(2,326)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- RelevantRedness & sensitivity
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Stearyl Alcohol and Cetyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Linalool and Limonene)
Wella Professionals Care Color Motion+ Structure+ Mask with WellaPlex Bonding Agent 150ml is a hydrating serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol.
Product Ingredients (14)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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NARS
NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF30/PA+++ Finland
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$50.80
★★★★★4.7(2,404)
Ideal for
- RelevantDryness
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Redness & sensitivityAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
NARS
NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF30/PA+++ Finland
Moisturizer – for Dryness
$50.80
★★★★★4.7(2,404)
Ideal for
- RelevantDryness
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Redness & sensitivityAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF30/PA+++ Finland is a spf moisturiser by NARS. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol.
Product Ingredients (13)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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Set up your skin profileJack Black
Double Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20 - 3.3 oz
Sunscreen
$32.0097.6ml · $0.33/ml
★★★★★4.7(1,494)
Ideal for
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDryness
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil)
Jack Black
Double Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20 - 3.3 oz
Sunscreen
$32.0097.6ml · $0.33/ml
★★★★★4.7(1,494)
Ideal for
- GoodFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDryness
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil)
Double Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20 - 3.3 oz is a sunscreen by Jack Black. Key ingredients include Avobenzone, Octinoxate, Water.
Product Ingredients (16)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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Wella Professionals Care
Wella Professionals Care Ultimate Repair Protective Leave-in Cream 95ml
Moisturizer
$26.6795ml · $0.28/ml
★★★★★4.7(4,966)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- RelevantRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Linalool)
Wella Professionals Care
Wella Professionals Care Ultimate Repair Protective Leave-in Cream 95ml
Moisturizer
$26.6795ml · $0.28/ml
★★★★★4.7(4,966)
Ideal for
- GoodDryness
- RelevantRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Linalool)
Wella Professionals Care Ultimate Repair Protective Leave-in Cream 95ml is a antioxidant serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Isopropyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Stearyl Alcohol.
Product Ingredients (20)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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EltaMD
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 (3.7 fl. oz.)
Sunscreen – for Acne & breakouts, Dryness
$76.00109.4ml · $0.69/ml
★★★★★4.7(24,569)
Ideal for
- StrongDryness
- StrongFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation
- GoodUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid)
EltaMD
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 (3.7 fl. oz.)
Sunscreen – for Acne & breakouts, Dryness
$76.00109.4ml · $0.69/ml
★★★★★4.7(24,569)
Ideal for
- StrongDryness
- StrongFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation
- GoodUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid)
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 (3.7 fl. oz.) is a sunscreen by EltaMD. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide.
Product Ingredients (8)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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EltaMD
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted
Sunscreen
$47.0050.3ml · $0.93/ml
★★★★★4.7(3,778)
Ideal for
- StrongDryness
- StrongFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation
- GoodUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Palmitate)
EltaMD
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted
Sunscreen
$47.0050.3ml · $0.93/ml
★★★★★4.7(3,778)
Ideal for
- StrongDryness
- StrongFine lines & wrinkles
- GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation
- GoodUneven texture
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Palmitate)
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted is a sunscreen by EltaMD. Key ingredients include Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate, Water.
Product Ingredients (12)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
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Ultra Violette
Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+
Sunscreen – for Dryness
$15.04
★★★★★4.7(552)
Ideal for
- RelevantDryness
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Polysorbate 60); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Ultra Violette
Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+
Sunscreen – for Dryness
$15.04
★★★★★4.7(552)
Ideal for
- RelevantDryness
- LowUneven texture
- LowRedness & sensitivity
Not recommended for
Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol and Polysorbate 60); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+ is a sunscreen by Ultra Violette. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Alcohol Denat.
Product Ingredients (25)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
OctinoxateCyclopentasiloxaneAlcohol DenatBemotrizinolGlycerinBisoctrizoleButylene GlycolCetearyl AlcoholDimethiconeCeteareth-20SqualaneCaprylyl GlycolSilicaDecyl GlucosideVitamin EDisodium EDTAPolysorbate 60FragrancePentylene GlycolTriethanolaminePropylene GlycolXanthan GumCitric AcidSodium CitrateIron Oxides
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COSRX
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 50ml
Sunscreen
$22.3550ml · $0.45/ml
★★★★★4.6(688)
Ideal for
- RelevantDryness
- RelevantRedness & sensitivity
- LowUneven texture
Not recommended for
Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
COSRX
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 50ml
Sunscreen
$22.3550ml · $0.45/ml
★★★★★4.6(688)
Ideal for
- RelevantDryness
- RelevantRedness & sensitivity
- LowUneven texture
Not recommended for
Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++ 50ml is a sunscreen by COSRX. Key ingredients include Water, Octinoxate, Glycerin.
Product Ingredients (26)
Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely
WaterOctinoxateGlycerinPropylene GlycolCyclopentasiloxaneBemotrizinolEnsulizoleAmiloxateAlcohol DenatDimethiconeGlyceryl StearateButylene GlycolTitanium DioxideCetearyl AlcoholDipotassium GlycyrrhizateVitamin EPEG-100 StearateSilicaDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerStearic AcidCaprylyl GlycolCarbomerXanthan GumFragrancePhenoxyethanolDisodium EDTA
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