Avobenzone Is Safe

A new study sponsored by the Personal Care Product Council (PCPC) Sunscreen Consortium, confirmed the safety of Avobenzone, a widely-used sunscreen active.

A Favorable Safety Profile

The study concluded, based on the available nonclinical and human clinical safety test results, Avobenzone has a favorable safety profile with-out any clear markers of toxicity or endpoints of concern. This conclusion has been reached and considered to be well supported by all global regulatory authorities as indicated by their registering this substance for use at up to 10% in consumer end-use products.

Researchers concluded that given its prevalence and long history of use as a sunscreen UV filter, there are sufficient clinical use and nonclinical safety data on avobenzone to assess its safety as a sunscreen active ingredient in OTC topical sunscreen products. Specifically, there are clinical studies as well as various in vitro and in vivo toxicity studies in animal models to facilitate the characterization of this chemical with respect to its PK, pharmacodynamics, and potential toxicological properties.

To read the study results, click here.