Ingredient glossary

Uvinul A Plus

What Uvinul A Plus does for your skin, who it suits, and what to watch for.

INCI: Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate · Also: Parsol DHHB

Sun protection

In short: Uvinul A Plus delivers uva1 protection, suits most skin types, and the evidence behind it is strong.

What it does
Uva1 protection
Best for
Most skin types
Evidence
Strong
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The molecule

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Chemical structure of Uvinul A Plus (Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate)

The Glow take

Only as good as the sunscreen it lives in.

As a single filter, Uvinul A Plus only matters as part of a finished sunscreen you actually reapply. The best SPF is the one that feels good enough to wear every morning.

— Maya

What it does

  • uva1 protection

strong evidenceSCCS and toxicology data indicate DHHB is safe up to 10% with low dermal absorption and strong UVA protection, including in pregnancy-safe assessments.

On a label: usually effective at 2-10%.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Tends to suit

  • all
  • sensitive

Approach with care

No specific group flagged to avoid it.

  • Clogs poresLow
  • Irritation riskLow

How it fits each skin type

  • DrySuits
  • CombinationSuits
  • OilySuits
  • SensitiveSuits

Where it fits in your routine

WhenMorning
Where in the orderThe last step, over everything else

Plays well with

Uvinul A Plus, answered

Is Uvinul A Plus safe during pregnancy?

Yes. Uvinul A Plus is considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. As with anything, if you are unsure it is worth a quick word with your doctor or midwife.

Who should avoid Uvinul A Plus?

No specific group is flagged to avoid Uvinul A Plus. It is well tolerated by most skin. Still, introduce anything new one product at a time.

What concentration of Uvinul A Plus actually works?

Uvinul A Plus tends to do its job in the 2 to 10% range. Much lower and it is likely underdosed.

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Sources & how we reviewed this

Last reviewed July 2026. Educational information about a cosmetic ingredient, not medical advice.