Preservative/Solvent
A preservative and solvent used in injectable and topical formulations.
Emulsifier/Thickener
A fatty alcohol used in topical formulations. Can cause contact dermatitis.
Absorbent/Glidant
Emulsifier/Stabilizer
Penetration Enhancer/Solvent
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Benzyl Alcohol | Preservative/Solvent | ⚠️ Yes — Benzyl Alcohol |
| Cetyl Alcohol? | Emulsifier/Thickener | Uncertain — Cetyl Alcohol |
| Acrylates Copolymer? | — | No |
| Acrylic Acid-isooctyl Acrylate Copolymer? | — | No |
| Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate | Absorbent/Glidant | No |
| Betadex? | — | No |
| Cholesterol? | Emulsifier/Stabilizer | No |
| Dimethyl Sulfoxide? | Penetration Enhancer/Solvent | No |
| Ethylene Glycol? | — | No |
| Fragrance Soap? | — | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Glyceryl 1-stearate | — | No |
| Glycol Cetearate? | — | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water? | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Isoleucine? | — | No |
| Magnesium Hydroxide? | — | No |
| Malic Acid? | — | No |
| Methyl Stearate? | — | No |
| Monosodium Citrate? | — | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
1 ingredient may have cross-contamination risk with gluten (source-dependent):
3 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of AVOBENZONE 2%, HOMOSALATE 5%, OCTISALATE 4.5%, OCTOCRYLENE 3% that avoid allergens found in this formulation.