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Australian Gold Australian Gold (Gel)

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 27 July 2026

What is listed

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

Avobenzone, Octocrylene, Oxybenzone, Carbomer Copolymer Type B (Allyl Pentaerythritol Crosslinked), Butyl Acrylate/C16-C20 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacrylic Acid/Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aloe Vera Leaf, 3-Butylphthalide, Isopropylphthalimide, Alkyl (C12-15) Benzoate, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate (M/Q 0.6-0.8), Edetate Disodium, Sunflower Oil, Hypromelloses, Tea Tree Oil, Methylisothiazolinone, Olive Oil, Oleth-10, Phenoxyethanol, Polysilicone-15, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitan Monooleate, .Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate, Trolamine, Kakadu Plum, Water, Glycerin

27 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.

  • Avobenzone

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also acts as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sun exposure. On labels it also appears as Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane.

  • Octocrylene

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also serves as a light stabilizer, helping keep other filters and the formula intact under sunlight.

  • Oxybenzone

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    Oxybenzone is an organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also works as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sun exposure. On labels it often appears as Benzophenone-3.

  • Carbomer Copolymer Type B (Allyl Pentaerythritol Crosslinked)

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Butyl Acrylate/C16-C20 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacrylic Acid/Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Aloe Vera Leaf

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • 3-Butylphthalide

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Isopropylphthalimide

    Plasticiser (keeps a film flexible)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A multi-tasking ingredient that works as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients so they blend into a smooth mix. It also acts as a plasticiser to keep films flexible and helps condition the skin, softening its feel.

  • 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.

    listed as “Alkyl (C12-15) Benzoate”

  • 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.

  • Trimethylsiloxysilicate

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

    A silicone-based ingredient that conditions and softens skin. It also cuts down foaming during mixing, keeping the formula from getting bubbly.

    listed as “Trimethylsiloxysilicate (M/Q 0.6-0.8)”

  • Disodium EDTA

    Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)otherViscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    An ingredient that binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula, and helps adjust its thickness. This keeps the product stable over time.

    listed as “Edetate Disodium”

  • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

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

    Sunflower seed oil does several jobs: it softens and smooths skin, forms a light layer on the surface, and acts as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients. Together this helps skin feel smooth and holds the formula together.

    listed as “Sunflower Oil”

  • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

    Antistatic (reduces static)Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is a versatile thickener that adjusts the product's thickness and keeps it from separating. It forms a thin film on skin, helps hold the formula together, cuts static, and can help cleanse.

    listed as “Hypromelloses”

  • Tea Tree Oil

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Methylisothiazolinone

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    This is a preservative. It keeps the product from spoiling as microbes try to grow in it.

  • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

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

    Olive fruit oil that conditions skin and adds fragrance to the product. It softens the skin's feel and contributes to the product's scent. Often listed simply as olive oil.

    listed as “Olive Oil”

  • Oleth-10

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing agent and emulsifier that helps oil and water mix. This keeps the water and oil parts blended and helps lift away oils during use.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • Polysilicone-15

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    Polysilicone-15 is an organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It soaks up UV rays before they reach the skin, and it also works as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sunlight.

  • Propylene Glycol

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A multi-tasker that draws in and holds moisture, dissolves other ingredients as a solvent, and adjusts thickness. It also plays a role in fragrance and general skin conditioning. In practice it helps keep the product from drying out and keeps the texture consistent.

  • Sorbitan Oleate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier that keeps oil and water mixed together in the formula. This helps the product stay smooth and evenly blended.

    listed as “Sorbitan Monooleate”

  • Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidising)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, helping keep the formula from going off. It also conditions the skin, softening its feel.

    listed as “.Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate”

  • Triethanolamine

    Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A buffering agent that sets and steadies the product's acidity level. It also helps oil and water mix, aids cleansing, and contributes to fragrance.

    listed as “Trolamine”

  • Kakadu Plum

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Water

    Antiplaque (CosIng functional class)otherSkin 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.

  • 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.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=c5ad40de-49ad-4e59-b601-fccffd2fc298
Retrieved
27 July 2026
Market
United States
Formulation date
Not recorded
Version
v2 of this U.S. formulation
Verification confidence
High
Entries recorded
27
Record checksum
sha256:517771c07df85d9570875c8f35dce9b470dbc3527f308ac2a8f8dc0bb8b4b83e

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