Sunscreen agent used to protect skin primarily from the sun’s UVB rays.
Manufacturers also routinely use OMC in all kinds of cosmetic and personal care products to help keep their ingredients fresh and effective. It can also help your skin to better absorb other ingredients.
Octylmethoxycinnamate is an oil soluble chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB radiation. It does not protect against UVA.
Major & minor side effects for Octylmethoxycinnamate
Acne
Dermatitis
More research is definitely called for to determine potential long-term risks to humans. In the meantime, limited levels remain the widespread norm as allowable in thousands of hygienic products and cosmetics. Some regions, however, have instituted their own restrictions of OMC due to developing evidence of its environmental effect.
