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Banana Boat Deep Tanning Dry SPF 4

SPF 4 as labeled

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, SD Alcohol 40, Mineral Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Lactate, Ethylhexyl Benzoate, Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/ Tricaprate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Acrylates/ Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethyl Capramide, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Fragrance

19 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 stabilizer (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 stabilizer (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 stabilizer (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)Restricted in the EU

    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.

  • SD Alcohol 40

    Astringent (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A denatured alcohol that serves as a solvent, an astringent, and a thickness adjuster. It dissolves other ingredients, tightens the skin's surface, and helps set the product's consistency. On labels it's a form of denatured ethyl alcohol.

  • Mineral Oil

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Restricted in the EU

    This is an oil that softens and smooths skin feel and forms a layer that slows moisture loss. It also acts as a solvent, conditions hair, and adds scent.

  • C12-15 Alkyl Lactate

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

    A skin-conditioning emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It helps the product leave a smooth, conditioned finish.

  • Ethylhexyl Benzoate

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

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, and a solvent that dissolves other ingredients into the mix. This gives the product a smoother texture and keeps it evenly blended.

  • Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/Tricaprate

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

    This is an emollient that conditions skin. It softens and smooths the skin's feel and gives the product a light, spreadable texture.

    listed as “Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/ Tricaprate”

  • Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate

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

    A conditioning ingredient for skin and hair that softens and smooths. It gives the product a smooth, silky feel as it spreads.

  • Dicaprylyl Carbonate

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

    This is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It gives the product a light, spreadable texture as it goes on.

  • Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Hair fixing (holds hair in place)

    A large chain-like molecule that forms a film, leaving a thin even layer over the surface. It also helps hold hair in place.

    listed as “Acrylates/ Octylacrylamide Copolymer”

  • Cocos Nucifera Oil

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

    This is coconut oil, used to soften and condition skin and hair. It smooths the feel of the product and adds scent. You may also see it listed simply as coconut oil.

    listed as “Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil”

  • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

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

    Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil is grape seed oil that softens and smooths the skin. It conditions skin, leaving it feeling more supple. You may also see it labeled as grape seed oil.

    listed as “Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil”

  • Caprylyl Glycol

    Deodorant (masks or reduces odor)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A multi-tasker that conditions skin and hair and acts as a deodorant. As an emollient it softens and smooths, leaving skin feeling conditioned.

  • Dimethyl Capramide

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Restricted in the EU

    Dimethyl Capramide works as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients so they blend evenly. It also stabilizes emulsions, helping keep the oil and water parts mixed.

  • Tocopherol

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant, which helps keep the formula from going off. It also conditions skin and forms a thin surface layer that slows moisture loss. You may see it listed simply as vitamin E.

    listed as “Tocopherol (Vitamin E)”

  • Retinyl Palmitate

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Restricted in the EU

    A skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and in good condition. It's a form of vitamin A, combining retinol with palmitic acid.

    listed as “Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A)”

  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

    otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is the juice from aloe leaves, used to condition skin. It helps skin feel smooth and in good condition. On labels it is often called aloe vera.

    listed as “Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract”

  • Parfum

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    This is the fragrance, a blend of scent ingredients added to give the product an odor or mask other smells. It's also listed as "aroma" on some labels.

    listed as “Fragrance”

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1bea9b15-6e7e-4050-9e6e-e69ed8e9e97b
Retrieved
27 July 2026
Market
United States
Version
v2 of this U.S. formulation
Source tier
Official label document (not independently verified by us)
Entries recorded
19
Record checksum
sha256:5bbdfdae4f394f0f4471b4530f971905615c595f9919e6988f624f37b7908759

Earlier readings of this document

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