Benzophenone-4 (B4)

Description :

Benzophenone-4 (B4) is a raw material used in cosmetics, particularly in sunscreens and sun protection products. It’s also known as sulisobenzone. Benzophenone-4 is a UV filter that protects skin and hair from damage by short-wave UVA and UVB ultraviolet light. It’s a weak sunscreen that works with other sunscreen filters for added protection. Skin care: The Cosmetic Ingredient Review does not consider benzophenones used in cosmetics and personal care products to be an irritant. Ecotoxicity: Benzophenone is toxic to aquatic organisms.Benzophenone-4 is a protective ingredient that works to keep the UVB rays away from the skin and hair. It is basically a sunscreen but since it is weak, it is made to work with other sunscreen filters for added protection.Benzophenone-4 Benzophenone-4 is safe to be used in cosmetics and personal care products. However, it can be mildly allergic in certain skin types. Therefore, a patch test is recommended before full application. If used above the prescribed percentage, Benzophenone-4 can also be toxic and bioaccumulative, linking it to cancer.