Ingredient glossary

Mexoryl SX

INCI: Ecamsule

Sun protection

A UV filter. What matters is how the finished sunscreen feels and whether it covers the full spectrum, not this one name on the label.

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What it does

  • uva protection

strong evidenceClinical sunscreen trials and regulatory data show Mexoryl SX maintains high UVA absorbance with minimal degradation and improves UVA protection indices in finished products.

On a label: usually effective at 3-10%.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Tends to suit

  • all

Approach with care

No specific group flagged to avoid it.

  • Clogs poresLow
  • Irritation riskLow

Plays well with

  • uv filters
  • antioxidants

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