Bemotrizinol

Also known as BEMT, Tinosorb S, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine

What is bemotrizinol?

Bemotrizinol is a sunscreen filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays. The FDA approved it on June 9, 2026, which made it the first new filter cleared for US sunscreens in almost 30 years. It stays stable in sunlight, so its protection holds up longer than many older filters.
Best forBroad-spectrum protection UVA protection Sensitive skin Daily SPF

Pairs well with

  • Zinc oxide
  • Antioxidants
  • Vitamin C
  • Niacinamide

Use with caution

  • Skipping reapplication every two hours
  • Using less than a quarter teaspoon on your face

Bemotrizinol FAQs

The FDA cleared bemotrizinol as safe and effective in 2026. Europe, Australia, and Asia have used it in sunscreens for more than 20 years.

Bemotrizinol is a chemical filter. It absorbs UV light instead of sitting on top of your skin like zinc oxide.

The first US sunscreens with bemotrizinol are expected on shelves in late 2026.

Bemotrizinol holds up in sunlight much longer than avobenzone, which breaks down unless other filters steady it. Both protect against UVA.

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This content on this page is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always speak to a dermatologist before starting a new skincare routine.