What Is Mexoryl SX?

Mexoryl SX is a pertinent ingredient found in sunscreen.

Mexoryl SX, also known as Ecamsule, is a compound that is used in formulations for moisturizers and sunscreen. Mexoryl SX, one of many broad-spectrum ingredients that are found in sunscreen plays an important role in protecting people from the harmful rays of the sun.

Broad-Spectrum Ingredients

Although Mexoryl SX is a proven effective broad-spectrum ingredient in sunscreen, other ingredients work just as well. These include Benzophenes, otherwise called Oxybenzone, Cinnamates, otherwise referred to as Octinoxate Cinoxate and Sulisobenzone. Other highly qualified active ingredients include Sulisobenzone, Salicylates, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide and Avobenzone, also called Parsol 1789.

Importance

Ingredients like Mexoryl SX play an important role in sunscreen and the protection that it provides. The Food and Drug Administration recommends choosing the highest SPF protection sunscreen with a broad-spectrum ingredient, such as Mexoryl SX. Other things that can be done to reduce sun exposure including wearing a hat, a pair of 100 percent UVA/UVB sunglasses and long sleeves.

Warnings

Certain medications, either oral or topical, can cause an increased sensitivity to the sun, warranting a need for additional sunscreen applied diligently. These types of medications include antibiotics, benzoyl peroxide and birth control, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Always check with a pharmacist or physician to see if a product such as Mexoryl SX and sunscreen can add a benefit to a daily skin routine.

Proper Use

Since Mexoryl SX is an ingredient found in sunscreen, Mexoryl SX will never be applied to the skin directly. It will only be applied in the formulated sunscreen. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, it is important to apply sunscreen with a product like Mexoryl SX properly. The product should be applied to the entire face, but not the eyes or mouth. An application on the body is essential too. Most areas that are often missed include the ears, nose, lips, back of neck, tops of feet, bald or thin spots on the head and along the hairline.

Environmental Hazard

According to the National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme, Mexoryl SX is not considered to be a hazard to the environment, either in its pure chemical compound form or as used in sunscreen or moisturizers. The product is considered to have an extremely low toxicity level, is not flammable, and does not pose any danger when used properly. There are no hazards associated with the inhalation of the product, either.

References

• National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme
• US Food and Drug Administration: Sun Protection