Ingredient glossary
Mexoryl SX
INCI: Ecamsule
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.
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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