Tinosorb S
INCI: Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Also known as: Bemotrizinol
SPFspfsyntheticStrong evidencePregnancy safe
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Skinlumis Rating
Comedogenic
1/5
Irritancy
1/5
Best applied
AM
Effective range
2%–10%
How It Works
A photostable broad-spectrum UV filter widely available in EU, Asia, Australia. Not yet FDA-approved.
Absorbs both UVA and UVB; photostable enough to stabilise avobenzone in formula.
pH Range
5.0–8.0
Benefits
- Broad-spectrum filter
- Photostable
- Stabilises other filters
Proven For
What the evidence supports.
UV damage prevention
Best For
- All skin types
Avoid If
No notable contraindications reported.
Layering Order
10/10
Final occlusive/SPF layer.
Max Safe Concentration
10%
Concentration range in well-formulated products: 2%–10%
Seasonal Use
Year-round.
For Estheticians & Professionals
Gold-standard modern filter; the reason European/Asian sunscreens often outperform US.
Pairs Well With
Conflicts With
No flagged conflicts. Still, patch-test new actives.
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