BENZOPHENONE-2
Ingredient type:ORGANIC UV FILTER
UV filter
Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes
Suspected endocrine disruptor
✨ Role: Benzophenone-2 is used in cosmetic products as a UV filter. It helps protect the skin and the products themselves from damage caused by ultraviolet rays, by absorbing these rays.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: the use of benzophenone-2 in cosmetics is permitted, but subject to specific restrictions and concentrations due to potential health and environmental concerns.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for people following a vegan lifestyle.
✨ Worth knowing: Although a functional UV filter, benzophenone-2 has raised concerns about potential endocrine effects. Some people may also develop skin sensitivities.
Present in: Frequently used in sunscreens, lotions and day creams containing a sun protection factor (SPF).
comedogenic index:


