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ActivDerm Radiant Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 40

Labeler: ACTIVDERM

SPF 40 as labeled

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 21 September 2026

Quick facts

Does ActivDerm Radiant Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 40 list fragrance?

No fragrance, parfum or listed fragrance ingredient appears in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation, which is recorded as complete with every name identified.

What are the active ingredients in ActivDerm Radiant Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 40?

The Active ingredients block printed on the label reads: Zinc Oxide 17%

Is ActivDerm Radiant Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 40 mineral-only?

Yes. The actives named in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation are only Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, and none of the FDA's other sunscreen actives is listed.

Does ActivDerm Radiant Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 40 contain oxybenzone?

Oxybenzone is not listed in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation, which is recorded as complete with every name identified.

Each answer restates the ingredient list stored for this record. It does not predict whether your skin will react.

What is listed

The ingredient declaration stored for this formulation, reproduced exactly as it was recorded from the source below.

Zinc Oxide, Water (Aqua), Isododecane, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane/ Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Lecithin, Ectoin, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Betula Alba (Birch) Bark Extract, Boswellia Serrata (Indian Frankincense) Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum (Japanese Knotweed) Root Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycerin, Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propylene Carbonate, Polysilicone-11, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Octyldodecanol, Jojoba Esters, Trihydroxystearin, Alumina, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxide (CI 77491, CI 77492), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Flower Oil

40 entries · the stored declaration is recorded as complete.

What each ingredient generally does

Each entry that matched a canonical ingredient, with the function recorded for it. These notes describe the role an ingredient plays in a formulation. They do not assess an ingredient.

  • Zinc Oxide

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Bulking agent (adds volume)Colorant (adds color)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

    A mineral UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, the core sun-protection job in this product. It also helps protect the skin surface and can add whiteness or opacity. On some labels it appears as CI 77947 when used for color.

  • Water

    Antiplaque (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    The base liquid that most of the other ingredients dissolve or spread into. It carries the formula and helps condition the skin surface.

    listed as “Water (Aqua)”

  • Isododecane

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A light fluid that acts as a solvent, keeping other ingredients dissolved and evenly blended. It also softens skin feel and can carry fragrance. It leaves a quick, non-heavy finish as it spreads.

  • Propanediol

    Humectant (holds moisture)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A solvent that dissolves other ingredients and helps them blend evenly. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula.

  • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A light oil used as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients and as an occlusive that forms a layer helping hold in moisture. It can also add a bit of scent.

  • Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    This is an emulsifier that helps oil and water mix. It holds the oily and watery parts together so the product stays uniform.

  • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is a lightweight oily ingredient that softens and smooths the skin. It also helps keep the product fresh by limiting microbe growth.

  • Dimethicone

    Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

    A silicone that softens and smooths skin feel and forms a protective layer on the surface. It also cuts down foam during production, keeping the formula settled.

  • A silicone-based material made by combining two silicone components. No official function is reported for it in the database.

    listed as “Polymethylsilsesquioxane/ Trimethylsiloxysilicate”

  • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel and conditions the skin. It gives the product a light, easy-spreading feel.

  • Ethylhexyl Palmitate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A lightweight oil that softens and smooths the skin feel. It gives the product a slip that helps it spread easily, and it also adds scent.

  • Polymethylsilsesquioxane

    Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)

    This is an opacifier, meaning it makes the product look less see-through. It gives the formula a more solid, opaque appearance.

  • Disteardimonium Hectorite

    Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A thickener that adjusts how thick or thin the product is. It also works as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up against light exposure.

  • Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate is an emulsifier that helps oil and water mix. That keeps the watery and oily parts of the product blended together instead of separating.

  • Polyhydroxystearic Acid

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    This is an emulsifier that helps oil and water mix. It keeps the oily and watery parts blended so the formula holds together.

  • Lecithin

    Antistatic (reduces static)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Lecithin helps oil and water mix and softens skin feel. That keeps the water and oil parts blended and smooths the skin, and it also reduces static. It shows up on labels simply as Lecithin.

  • Ectoin

    Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Ectoin is a skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and comfortable.

  • Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)

    An antioxidant, meaning it helps keep the formula from going off as it meets air over time. That helps the product stay stable through use.

  • Betula Alba Bark Extract

    Flavoring (adds taste)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    This is an extract from birch bark, used in the product for flavor and fragrance. Its job is to give the formula its scent.

    listed as “Betula Alba (Birch) Bark Extract”

  • Boswellia Serrata Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from the boswellia plant, used here as a skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and comfortable.

    listed as “Boswellia Serrata (Indian Frankincense) Extract”

  • Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)

    An extract from Japanese knotweed root that acts as an antioxidant. That helps protect the formula from breaking down when exposed to air.

    listed as “Polygonum Cuspidatum (Japanese Knotweed) Root Extract”

  • Centella Asiatica Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Smoothing (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Tonic (CosIng functional class)

    An extract of the whole centella plant that cleans, conditions, smooths and soothes skin, and acts as a tonic. In practice it helps lift away dirt while leaving skin feeling smoother and refreshed. Sometimes listed under its common name, gotu kola.

    listed as “Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract”

  • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is shea butter, a rich fat that softens and smooths the skin. It also adjusts the thickness of the product, giving it more body. You may see it listed under its common name, shea butter.

    listed as “Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter”

  • Glycerin

    Denaturant (makes alcohol undrinkable)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Humectant (holds moisture)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Glycerin draws in and holds moisture while conditioning and protecting skin. It also dissolves other ingredients, adjusts thickness, and can add scent. On labels it may appear as glycerol.

  • Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane

    Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A powdery ingredient that soaks up oil and moisture, conditions skin, and adjusts the product's thickness. In practice it can mop up excess oil and give the formula a smoother feel.

  • Propylene Carbonate

    Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A solvent that dissolves and carries other ingredients, and it also adjusts the product's thickness. In practice it helps blend the formula and fine-tune its texture.

  • Polysilicone-11

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    This is a film former, a silicone-based ingredient. It leaves a thin, even layer on the skin as the product dries down.

  • Tromethamine

    Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

    Tromethamine is a buffering agent that helps hold the product's acidity steady. It also adds fragrance.

  • Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is an emulsifier that helps oil and water mix, and it also conditions the skin. So it keeps the formula blended while softening the skin feel.

  • Octyldodecanol

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, and a solvent that helps dissolve other ingredients. It also carries fragrance. Together this means the product spreads smoothly and stays blended.

  • Jojoba Esters

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Moisturizing (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)

    A skin-conditioning ingredient that softens and smooths, adds moisture, and has a soothing effect. In practice it helps the product feel comfortable and keeps skin from feeling dry.

  • Trihydroxystearin

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A conditioning ingredient that keeps skin feeling smooth. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula, helping give it body.

  • Alumina

    Abrasive (physically scrubs)Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Bulking agent (adds volume)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A mineral powder that soaks up excess oil, adjusts thickness, and keeps the formula from clumping. It also adds opacity and can act as a mild scrubbing agent, giving the product body and a smoother texture.

  • Silica

    Abrasive (physically scrubs)Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Bulking agent (adds volume)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Silica is a fine mineral powder that soaks up excess moisture and oil, and adjusts how thick the product feels. It keeps powders from clumping, adds bulk, and can make a formula look more opaque. Its chemical name is silicon dioxide.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    This is a preservative that fights microbes. It helps keep the product from spoiling over time.

  • Ethylhexylglycerin

    Deodorant (masks or reduces odor)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A multi-tasker that conditions the skin and works as a deodorant agent. It helps improve skin feel while cutting odor.

  • Titanium Dioxide

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Colorant (adds color)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)

    Titanium Dioxide is a mineral UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also works as a white colorant and opacifier, adding whiteness and making the product less see-through. As a color additive it appears on labels as CI 77891.

    listed as “Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)”

  • Iron Oxides

    Colorant (adds color)

    A colorant that gives the product its shade. On labels it can also appear as CI 77491, CI 77492, or CI 77499.

    listed as “Iron Oxide (CI 77491, CI 77492)”

  • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Tonic (CosIng functional class)Restricted in the EU

    This is lavender oil, used to give the product its scent. It acts as a fragrance and a tonic ingredient.

    listed as “Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil”

  • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

    An oil from Bourbon geranium flowers used as a fragrance. Its job is to give the product a scent.

    listed as “Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Flower Oil”

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=4d6307f1-bab6-5f44-e063-6294a90a8e36
Retrieved
21 September 2026
Market
United States
Version
v1 of this U.S. formulation
Source tier
Official label document (not independently verified by us)
Entries recorded
40
Record checksum
sha256:0ba10204637c75a7f0842c2eaffbcc53c864928f84c4391af834ce78080f37de

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