Ingredient
Octinoxate
Worth watching
Some people do better without it. Worth swapping when you can.
What it is
A chemical UVB filter.
Why it’s used
Sun protection that feels light.
What to know
Same advice as oxybenzone: effective, and not our first pick for kids or pregnancy.
Who should skip
Pregnancy, children.
A gentler swap
Mineral SPF.
You’ll see it in
Many chemical sunscreens.
- May affect hormones
- Extra care in pregnancy
- Extra care for children
Found in
- La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 5049
- Nivea Sun Protect & Moisture SPF 3049
- Garnier Ambre Solaire SPF 5049
- EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 4649