Single and mixture toxicity evalu…ish and H295R cells.
🔬 Peer-reviewed
Single and mixture toxicity evaluation of avobenzone and homosalate to male zebrafish and H295R cells.
Sujin Lee, Yujin Ka, Bomi Lee, Inhye Lee, Ye Eun Seo, Hyewon Shin + 2 more
Chemosphere · 2023
Findings
Homosalate, a common sunscreen ingredient, showed concerning effects on hormone balance in male fish—it lowered testosterone levels, increased estrogen, and caused liver damage. When combined with avobenzone (another sunscreen UV filter), these hormone-disrupting effects got worse. The researchers emphasized that we need more studies on what happens with long-term sunscreen use.
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Moderate
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Chemosphere