Drometrizole
What Drometrizole is & what it does
Drometrizole is a benzotriazole-type compound used in cosmetics as a UV filter and light stabilizer. In a sunscreen or other formula it helps absorb ultraviolet light, which can protect both the skin claim and the product itself from UV-driven degradation. A related derivative, drometrizole trisiloxane, is a recognized broad-spectrum UV filter in some markets.
What does Drometrizole do in skincare?
Drometrizole is a benzotriazole-type UV filter and light stabilizer. In a sunscreen or other formula it helps absorb ultraviolet light, which can protect the formula from UV-driven degradation. A related derivative, drometrizole trisiloxane, is used as a broad-spectrum UV filter in some markets.
Is Drometrizole safe?
Drometrizole and its cosmetic derivatives are used as UV-protective ingredients within the limits set by regulators in the markets that allow them. Approved use levels are designed to keep them within a safe margin. Permitted concentrations and approvals can differ between countries.
Is Drometrizole natural or synthetic?
Drometrizole is a synthetic compound, manufactured rather than sourced from a plant or animal. It belongs to the benzotriazole chemical family used for UV absorption and stabilization. This makes it a fully synthetic ingredient.
Sunscreens with Drometrizole
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF 30
82/100
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl Fluide Extreme Spf 50+
82/100
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SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial Uv Defense Spf 50
82/100
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Biotherm Homme UV Defense City Plus Ultra Light Texture 50 SPF/PA+++
77/100
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl Ultra-Light Tinted Fluid Spf50+
77/100
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Biotherm Lait Solaire Hydratant Spf 30
73/100
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Anthelios Xl Wet Skin Gel SPF 50+
72/100