Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions suitable for use as sunscreens which provide excellent stability, efficiency, and UV protection efficacy in a safe, economical and aesthetically appealing manner (on-skin transparency, low skin irritation). Methods of use for these compositions are also disclosed. The compositions comprise:a) a safe and effective amount of a UVA-absorbing dibenzoylmethane sunscreen active;b) a safe and effective amount of a stabilizing agent having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.1 ' are independently in the para or meta position and are independently a hydrogen atom or a straight- or branched chain C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl radical, R.sub.2 is a straight- or branched-chain C.sub.1 -C.sub.12 alkyl radical; and R.sub.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions suitable for use as sunscreens which have improved storage stability and improved retention of UV absorbance capability. Methods of using the compositions are also disclosed. The compositions comprise an emulsion comprising a safe and effective amount of a UVA-absorbing dibenzoylmethane sunscreen active in one or more oil phases, a safe and effective amount of a formaldehyde donor preservative in one or more aqueous phases, and an emulsifier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which are useful for providing protection to the skin of humans from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation. In particular the present invention relates to compositions having improved chemical, physical, and photostability. These compositions comprise from about 0.1% to about 10% of a dibenzoylmethane sunscreen compound, from about 0.1% to about 20% of a surface-treated zinc oxide, and a carrier suitable for application to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to leave on, skin care compositions, comprising: (a) from about 0.1% to about 30% of a sunscreen active, (b) from about 0.5% to about 20% of a hydrophobic, structuring agent, (c) from about 0.2% to about 10% of a hydrophilic surfactant, (d) from about 0.1% to about 5% of a thickening agent, and (e) water. These compositions are useful for providing protection to human skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.