Profile: Ethylhexyl Triazone
Commonly known as: Uvinul T 150, Octyl Triazone.
I.N.C.I. list name: Ethylhexyl Triazone.
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Source: Synthetic.
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Origin, provenance: Germany.
Chemical properties: Peak absorption at 314 nm; Molecular weight: 823 g/mol; High photostability; Soluble in an oily phase; Insoluble in water.
Properties: Emulsion, true aqueous solution.
Required dosage in cosmetic products: Maximum permitted concentration: 5%.
Function: Stabilising agent, UV absorber, UV filter.
Specificities: Photoprotective.
Benefits: All skin types.
Details
Properties
Photoprotective: Providing the skin and hair with a first line of defence against harmful UVB rays (280 - 320 nm).
Usage
Facial Care (sun creams, sun lip balms);
Body Care (solar dry oils, solar sprays, solar milks/creams);
Hair Care (protective hair oils) ;
Makeups (BB creams, lipsticks).
Method of Preservation
Store at room temperature in a dry and cool place, protected from the sun's UV rays and heat.
Contraindications, usage precautions
Upon evaluation, ethylhexyl triazone is well tolerated: it does not cause any irritations, as well as photosensitisation reactions and is not absorbed by the skin.
