Products that contain photo reactive agents are referred to as what?

The term used to describe products that contain photo reactive agents is "Photoactive Compounds." These are substances that undergo a chemical change when exposed to light, particularly ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The reactivity of these compounds to light makes them significant in various fields, such as phototherapy in skin treatments, photographic processes, and in formulating certain cosmetic products that may enhance tanning or provide other skin benefits upon exposure to UV light.

Other terms presented could be misleading. For instance, "Photosensitive Items" suggests a broad category that might include any objects affected by light, not exclusively focusing on the chemical reaction occurring. "Photosynthesizing Products" incorrectly associates with the process used by plants to convert light energy into chemical energy, which is unrelated to photo reactive agents. Similarly, "UV Reactive Agents" could imply specialized agents that respond to UV, but it lacks the specificity and chemical context provided by "Photoactive Compounds." Thus, the precise and scientifically accurate term is "Photoactive Compounds," as it captures the essence of these agents' reactivity in the presence of light.