Benzophenone-3 is used plastics, sunscreen, hairsprays, nail polish and cosmetics.
Uses
Used as an ingredient in sunscreen and other cosmetics because it absorbs UV-A ultraviolet rays.
Also used as a stabilizer.
Benefits
• Highly stable
• Easily soluble in most solvents
• Effectively slows down absorption of UVA and UVB rays
• Protects products from UV damage
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
A highly stable chemical sunscreen.
Caution
Benzophenone-3, also popularly known as Oxybenzone is an organic chemical compound that is the active ingredient in most over-the-counter sunscreens and other personal and skin care products. This chemical sunscreen agent is highly effective in slowing down the absorption of harmful UVA and UVB rays by the skin. It is a derivative of benzophenone, and forms colourless crystals that are easily soluble in most organic solvents.
Unlike many other chemical sunscreens, benzophenone-3 is highly stable. It is also commonly used as a photostabilizer, as it may also protect formulas from UV damage and is used in plastic products to block and prevent UV rays from altering the plastic and the contents inside.