Ingredient
Avobenzone
Still a major U.S. UVA filter while newer filter options begin entering the market.
Category: Organic UV Filter
Chemical formula: C20H22O3
Main cosmetic effects: UVA protection.
Source: Synthetic organic UV filter.
Developer / supplier: Developed in 1970s sunscreen chemistry; supplied globally
Origin: United States / Europe / Global
Representative product: Supergoop! / U.S. broad-spectrum sunscreens
Approx. retail price (USD): 20-40
Evidence maturity: Strong evidence
What it does
UVA protection.
Notes
Organic UV Filter | Strong evidence