Ingredient glossary

Tinosorb M

INCI: Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol · Also: MBBT

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

  • uvb protection
  • uva protection
  • blue light protection

strong evidenceRegulatory dossiers and photobiology studies show Tinosorb M offers broad spectrum protection with excellent photostability and safety and significantly boosts SPF and UVA PF in combination filters.

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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Educational information about a cosmetic ingredient, not medical advice.