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Benzyl alcohol

Inert

Benzenemethanol

Benzyl alcohol is a preservative and mild solvent that keeps formulas stable. It is not an insect repellent.

Products using it

Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus IR3535 Gentle Breeze SPF 30 Lotion

Not recommended

Combination sunscreen/repellent

Avon

Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus IR3535 Gentle Breeze SPF 30 Lotion

70

IR3535 7.5%

Complete protection

Mosquitoesest.4–5h
Ticksest.4–5h

Regulatory notes

Source: EPA SRS active ingredient list export. Minimum risk (25(b)) status is applied separately when applicable.