Other Name: Bemotrizinol, Tinosorb S, BEMT, (1,3,5)-Triazine-2,4-bis-{[4-(2-ethyl-hexyloxy)-2-hydroxy]-phenyl}-6-(4-methoxyphenyl).

What it is: BEMT is an organic photostable UV filter found in many sunscreen products as it protects against UV rays.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not suggested for use in pregnant women.

Not suggested for use in nursing mothers.

Not suggested for use in babies.

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data.

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data.

Note:

• As per current usage/dosage guidelines, for use in pregnant women and nursing mothers, it is best to use products with this ingredient, only as guided by your physician.

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data.

Note:

• Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine does not causes occlusion, and is not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic or avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data

Conclusion
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is safe as per the current practice of use.

Reference

1. https://european-union.europa.eu

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in