Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent
A mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols (fatty alcohols, not drinking alcohol). Used to thicken and stabilize creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Binder/Film Former
A copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate used as a binder and film-forming agent in tablets.
Solvent/Vehicle
Fatty acid esters derived from coconut or palm kernel oil. Used as a solvent and vehicle in oral and topical formulations. May be relevant for individuals with coconut sensitivity.
Antioxidant
Emollient/Carrier
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Preservative
Emulsifier
Emulsifier
Disintegrant/Filler
Solubilizer/Emulsifier
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Copovidone K25-31? | Binder/Film Former | Uncertain — Povidone |
| Medium-chain Triglycerides | Solvent/Vehicle | ⚠️ Yes — Coconut |
| .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate | Antioxidant | No |
| Cyclomethicone 5 | Emollient/Carrier | No |
| Glyceryl Stearate Se | Emulsifier | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Hydrogenated Palm Oil | — | No |
| Oleyl Oleate? | — | No |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No |
| Polysorbate 60 | Emulsifier | No |
| Sorbitan Monostearate | Emulsifier | No |
| Starch, Corn | Disintegrant/Filler | No |
| Vitamin E Polyethylene Glycol Succinate? | Solubilizer/Emulsifier | 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):
1 ingredient may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, ZINC OXIDE that avoid allergens found in this formulation.