Phenylethyl Resorcinol
What Phenylethyl Resorcinol is & what it does
A potent brightening active that helps fade the look of dark spots and even tone by strongly limiting pigment formation. It also offers antioxidant benefits.
What does Phenylethyl Resorcinol do in skincare?
Phenylethyl Resorcinol is a resorcinol-derived ingredient used in brightening and even-tone products. It is included to help with the look of uneven skin tone and is often paired with vitamin C or other antioxidants. It is typically used at low concentrations.
Is Phenylethyl Resorcinol safe?
Phenylethyl Resorcinol is used in cosmetics at low levels and is generally regarded as suitable for topical use in finished products. It can be sensitive to light and air, so it is usually stabilized within the formula. Anyone with reactive skin can patch test, and follow the product directions.
Is Phenylethyl Resorcinol natural or synthetic?
It is synthetic. It belongs to the resorcinol family of compounds and is produced through chemical synthesis for cosmetic use rather than extracted from a plant in this form.
Sunscreens with Phenylethyl Resorcinol
We rate 41 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Riemann P20 Hyperpigmentation Defense SPF 50+
96/100
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Age Correct SPF 50+
91/100
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Cosmed Sun Essential - Alight Fluid SPF 50
90/100
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Cosmed Alight Fluid SPF 50+
90/100
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L'Oreal Bright Reveal Dark Spot Hydrating Cream SPF 50
89/100
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L'Oreal Bright Reveal Bright Reveal Dark Spot Hydrating Cream SPF 50 With Niacinamide
89/100
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Ducray Melascreen Handcream Spf 50
89/100
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Mixa Solaire Peau Sensible SPF50 Hyaluron Protect SPF 50
88/100
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Diego dalla Palma Supreme Uniforming And Illuminating Cream SPF 50
87/100
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Garnier Ambre Solaire Anti-Age Super UV Spf 50
83/100