Benzophenone-3 vs Homosalate

Benzophenone-3 and Homosalate are both uv protection ingredients. Benzophenone-3 is found in 9 products while Homosalate appears in 41, making Homosalate the more widely used option.

UV protection

Benzophenone-3

UV protection

9 products

UV protection

Homosalate

Chemical UVB filter

41 products

Top products with Benzophenone-3

Unilever

Bio-Hydratante

7.2

Hawaiian Tropic Baby

facial protection

Carmex Leppepomade Stick 4,25g

6.9

Carmex

Carmex strawberry

6.7

Top products with Homosalate

henkel

Lift + Super Correcteur Soin de Jour SPF 15 anti-Rides Correcteur

8.3

Isntree

Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+

8.2

BIODERMA

Cicabio spf 50+

8.0

SKIN1004

Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++

7.5

Innisfree

Daily UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 36

7.3

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Benzophenone-3 and Homosalate?

Benzophenone-3 is categorised as "UV protection" while Homosalate is categorised as "UV protection". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Can I use Benzophenone-3 and Homosalate together?

In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.

Which is more common in skincare products?

Benzophenone-3 is found in 9 products, while Homosalate is found in 41 products in our database.

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