Preservative/Solvent
A preservative and solvent used in injectable and topical formulations.
Preservative
A preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Emulsifier
A PEG-modified sorbitan ester used as a non-ionic emulsifier in topical formulations.
Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Skin Protectant
Chelating Agent
Skin Conditioner
Emollient/Vehicle
Sweetener/Humectant
Lubricant
Antioxidant
Emulsifier/pH Adjuster
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Benzyl Alcohol | Preservative/Solvent | ⚠️ Yes — Benzyl Alcohol |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate | Emulsifier | ⚠️ Yes — PEG |
| Propylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Barium Sulfate | — | No |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Edetate Disodium | Chelating Agent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Mineral Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No |
| Sorbitol | Sweetener/Humectant | No |
| Stearic Acid | Lubricant | No |
| Tocopherol | Antioxidant | No |
| Trolamine | Emulsifier/pH Adjuster | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
1 ingredient may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of HOMOSALATE, OXYBENZONE, OCTISALATE, AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE that avoid allergens found in this formulation.