Ingredient · INCI listed
Avobenzone
Avobenzone is the only FDA-approved chemical sunscreen filter that covers the full UVA spectrum (320-400nm). Most American daytime products rely on it for UVA protection — but it's notoriously unstable in sunlight and must be paired with photostabilizers like octocrylene or Tinosorb S.
Evidence — Well-established
Data summary
Products containing
48
Most common in
30 products
sunscreens
Typical pairing
Homosalate
Evidence level
Well-established as a UV filter but with stability caveats. Degrades by up to 50-60% within an hour of UV exposure without stabilizers. Modern formulations pair it with octocrylene, bemotrizinol, or encapsulation technology to maintain efficacy through a day of wear.
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Where it shows up
avobenzone across the catalog.
48 products with avobenzone
#4 
Bondi Sands
Hydra UV Protect SPF 50+ Body Sunscreen Lotion
European-Filter Body SPF
85/100
$16.99
#5 
La Roche-Posay
Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 100
Maximum Protection Everyday
84/100
$30.99
