Octocrylene

What is it?

An organic (chemical) UV filter commonly used in sunscreens, often alongside other filters to improve photostability.

What does it do?

According to PubMed, a 2025 review of FDA-categorized "non-GRASE" UV filters (including octocrylene, avobenzone, oxybenzone, octinoxate, octisalate and homosalate) documents two real, ongoing formulation challenges: photodegradation under sunlight and systemic absorption into the body, and surveys encapsulation and nano-hybrid strategies being developed to address both -- an honestly-reported, balanced picture of a widely used filter with genuine, actively-researched limitations.

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Sources

The dual challenge of FDA-evaluated non-GRASE UV filters

Important disclaimer

This page provides general skincare information and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Ingredient interactions and evidence summaries reflect published, cited sources — not a personal assessment of your skin. For medical skin conditions, rashes, pregnancy/lactation questions or persistent concerns, please consult a licensed dermatologist or HPCSA-registered practitioner.