Benzophenone-3

Benzophenone-3 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a light stabilizer, uv absorber agent. It is used in 366 products in our dataset. It carries no restriction under the EU Cosmetics Regulation annexes.

INCI nameBENZOPHENONE-3
FunctionLIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER
CAS number131-57-7
EC number205-031-5
Prevalence366 products (0.39% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusNo annex restriction
Monthly searches320

Used in

Sunscreens 49.2%Day Moisturizers 7.7%Nail Care 7.4%General Moisturizers 6.6%Lip Moisturizers 5.5%Fragrances 5.2%

Frequently asked

What does Benzophenone-3 do in skincare?
Benzophenone-3 functions as a light stabilizer, uv absorber agent in cosmetic formulas.
What products contain Benzophenone-3?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (49.2% of its uses).

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