Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol
What Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol is & what it does
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol is a phenolic compound carrying two ethylhexyloxy groups, used in cosmetics chiefly as a light stabilizer and skin-conditioning agent. In a formula it helps protect other ingredients from light-driven degradation and supports the overall stability of the product. It is most often seen in sun care and color products where photostability matters. No concerns are flagged for it here.
What is Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol?
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol is a phenolic cosmetic ingredient used chiefly as a light stabilizer and skin-conditioning agent.
What does Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol do in a formula?
It helps protect other ingredients from light-driven breakdown and supports product stability, so it is often seen in sun care and color products.
Is Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol safe?
It is generally considered well tolerated at the levels used in cosmetics, and no concern is flagged for it here.
Sunscreens with Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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PLUM Cica & Hyaluronic Aqua Light SPF Sunscreen 50 Pa +++
93/100
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Eucerin Oil Control Body Sun Gel-creme SPF 50+
87/100
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Nivea Protect & Refresh Sport Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
63/100