Acetyl Tyrosine
What Acetyl Tyrosine is & what it does
An amino-acid derivative used to support an even, healthy-looking tone. It is gentle and often paired with other brightening or tanning-support ingredients.
What does Acetyl Tyrosine do in skincare?
Acetyl Tyrosine is a derivative of the amino acid tyrosine used as a skin-conditioning agent. It is sometimes included in tanning and after-sun-type products as a more soluble form of tyrosine. In skincare it functions mainly as a conditioning ingredient.
Is Acetyl Tyrosine safe?
Acetyl Tyrosine is an amino acid derivative used in cosmetics and generally considered low risk at typical use levels. It is based on tyrosine, a naturally occurring amino acid. People with specific sensitivities should check the complete ingredient list of the product.
Is Acetyl Tyrosine vegan?
Acetyl Tyrosine is an acetylated form of an amino acid and in cosmetic grades is typically produced synthetically, which can make it suitable for vegan formulas. Because sourcing can vary, vegan status is best confirmed on the finished product. The ingredient itself is not inherently animal-derived in standard cosmetic use.
Sunscreens with Acetyl Tyrosine
We rate 38 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Zelens Daily Defence Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50
93/100
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Zelens Daily Defence Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30
92/100
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Bioderma Photoderm Eau Solaire Bronz SPF 30
89/100
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Rougj + Crema Solare Alta Protezione SPF 30
89/100
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Dermatouch Matte Touch Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa+++
88/100
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360 block Sunscreen Gel With SPF 50+
86/100
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Kalis Skincare Dr Brunetta'S Kalis Spf50+ Natural Ultra High Protection Moisturising Anti Aging Sun Tan Cream Sunscreen With Jojoba & Vitamin C & E
84/100
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M.A.D Skincare On Guard Tinted Skinscreen SPF 30
84/100
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Rougj + Two-phase Sun Lotion Medium Protection With Tanning Activator SPF 15
83/100
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Intas pharmaceutical Blynds Emulgel Spf 40 PA+++
81/100