Octinoxate, also known as ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, is a chemical (organic) UV filter commonly used in sunscreens and cosmetic products to protect the skin from UVB rays. It is one of the oldest and most widely used UV filters and is valued for being lightweight, photoprotective, and easy to formulate. Cosmetic Benefits of Octinoxate UVB Protection Lightweight and Fast-Absorbing Stable in Formulations (With Limitations) Enhances Texture of Sunscreen