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Generic name: Benzophenone-3 (Oxybenzone), Benzophenone-4 (Sulisobenzone)
Brand(s): Various
Type: Chemical
Range of UV spectrum covered: UVB, short UVA (UVA-2) but not long UVA
Wavelengths covered: 290-360 nm
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Benzophenones are relatively easily absorbed into the skin and have been shown in some studies to promote generation of potentially harmful free radicals. Implications of these finding for typical use are unknown but some experts have raised concerns that warrant further research. (See our article on possible risks of absorbable chemical sunscreens.)
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