UV Filter
GLYCERYL ETHYLHEXANOATE DIMETHOXYCINNAMATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A glyceryl ester carrying methoxycinnamate (UV-absorbing) and ethylhexanoate (emollient) groups. Methoxycinnamate family has SCCS endocrine concerns, hence the cautious score.
Function
Skin benefits
- UV-absorbing methoxycinnamate moiety
- Combined emollient + UV-protective ester
Known concerns
- Methoxycinnamate family (e.g., octinoxate) flagged for endocrine activity in EU SCCS reviews
- Potential photodegradation
- Not on the EU Annex VI list of approved UV filters under this name
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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