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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a widely used UV filter in UK sunscreens and daily moisturisers. It is highly effective at absorbing UVA rays, helping to protect skin from premature ageing and sun damage. Often listed as Avobenzone in ingredient lists, it is a staple in high-street and pharmacy sun protection products.

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How it works in skincare

In cosmetics and skincare formulations, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane works as a photostable UVA absorber that captures long-wave ultraviolet radiation and converts it into harmless heat. It is frequently combined with other filters such as octocrylene or Tinosorb to improve overall stability and broaden protection across the UVB and UVA spectrum. This ingredient is commonly found in lightweight facial sunscreens, tinted moisturisers and anti-ageing day creams available on the UK high street.

Key benefits

  • Provides broad-spectrum UVA protection
  • Helps prevent premature skin ageing
  • Reduces visible signs of sun-induced damage
  • Lightweight and suitable for daily wear under makeup
  • Compatible with many modern sunscreen filters
  • Offers reliable photoprotection in everyday moisturisers

Best for

all skin types, mature skin, sun-sensitive skin, ageing skin

Where it comes from

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a synthetic organic compound created in the laboratory. It is not derived from any plant, mineral or natural source.

Products with Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.

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