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UV Solutions Hydrating Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Labeler: CLINIQUE LABORATORIES

SPF 50 as labeled

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

Quick facts

Does UV Solutions Hydrating Broad Spectrum SPF 50 list fragrance?

We cannot say whether fragrance is listed. The ingredient list stored for this record is not recorded as complete.

What are the active ingredients in UV Solutions Hydrating Broad Spectrum SPF 50?

The Active ingredients block printed on the label reads: Avobenzone 3% Homosalate 7% Octisalate 4.5% Octocrylene 7%

Is UV Solutions Hydrating Broad Spectrum SPF 50 mineral-only?

No. The ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation names Avobenzone, Octisalate, Octocrylene, and Homosalate.

Does UV Solutions Hydrating Broad Spectrum SPF 50 contain oxybenzone?

We cannot say whether oxybenzone is listed. The ingredient list stored for this record is not recorded as complete.

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.

Avobenzone | Octisalate | Octocrylene | Homosalate | Sodium Benzoate | Biosaccharide Gum-1 | 7-Dehydrocholesterol | Glyceryl Stearate | Polysorbate 20 | Triacontanyl Pvp | Dextrin Palmitate (Corn; 20000 Mw) | Tocopherol | Litchi Chinensis Seed | Xanthan Gum | Phenyl Trimethicone | Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer (45000 Mpa.S At 1%) | Peg-100 Stearate | Water | Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer (52000 Mpa.S) | Sodium Hyaluronate | Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate | Butyloctyl Salicylate | Sorbitan Isostearate | Polysorbate 60 | Glycerin | Porphyridium Purpureum | Citric Acid | Icodextrin | Edetate Disodium Anhydrous | Oryzanol | Hydrogenated Soybean Lecithin | Phenoxyethanol | Butylene Glycol | Silica | Isododecane

35 entries · the stored declaration is recorded as incomplete. An incomplete list is treated as unknown, never as a pass.

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

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

    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.

  • Octisalate

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, and doubles as a light stabilizer to keep the formula steady in sun. It also appears on labels as Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

  • Octocrylene

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)

    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.

  • Homosalate

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also adds scent to the product.

  • Sodium Benzoate

    Anticorrosive (protects the container and equipment from corrosion)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    A preservative that helps keep the product from spoiling. It also adds fragrance and guards against corrosion in the formula.

  • Biosaccharide Gum-1

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A fermentation gum that conditions the skin. It softens and smooths the skin's feel as the product sits on top.

  • 7-Dehydrocholesterol

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This helps keep the oil and water parts of the formula from separating, conditions the skin, and adjusts the thickness. In practice it keeps the product blended, gives the right texture, and helps skin feel soft.

  • Glyceryl Stearate

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

    Glyceryl Stearate is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It also acts as an emulsifier, keeping the oil and water parts blended together.

  • Polysorbate 20

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Polysorbate 20 helps oil and water mix so the product stays blended. It also acts as a cleansing agent that lifts away oil and dirt.

  • Triacontanyl PVP

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Humectant (holds moisture)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A film-forming polymer that leaves a thin layer on the skin. It also draws in and holds moisture, and adjusts how thick the product is, helping it stay put and keep an even texture.

  • Dextrin Palmitate

    Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Dextrin Palmitate helps oil and water mix and keeps powders from clumping. It also assists in cleansing and holds the formula's texture together.

    listed as “Dextrin Palmitate (Corn; 20000 Mw)”

  • Tocopherol

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin 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.

  • No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

  • Xanthan Gum

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Gel forming (sets the formula into a gel)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A thickener that adjusts how thick the product is and forms a gel-like texture. It keeps oil and water mixed and stops the blend from separating, giving a stable, even feel.

  • Phenyl Trimethicone

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

    This is a silicone that conditions skin and hair and cuts down on foaming. As an occlusive it forms a layer that helps hold in moisture, and it gives a smooth feel.

  • Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is a copolymer used to thicken the formula and keep it stable. It adjusts thickness and helps stop the oil and water parts from separating, giving the product a consistent texture.

    listed as “Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer (45000 Mpa.S At 1%)”

  • PEG-100 Stearate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing surfactant, meaning it helps lift away oil and dirt. It's often paired with other emulsifiers in creams.

  • 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.

  • Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)

    A long-name polymer used to hold the formula together. It stabilizes the emulsion, keeping the oil and water parts from separating.

    listed as “Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer (52000 Mpa.S)”

  • Sodium Hyaluronate

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

    A moisture-grabbing ingredient that draws in and holds water. That keeps skin conditioned and helps it feel supple. It's the salt form of hyaluronic acid.

  • Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Skin 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”

  • Butyloctyl Salicylate

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

    A liquid that conditions skin and hair and acts as a solvent. It softens skin feel and helps dissolve and spread other ingredients in the mix.

  • Sorbitan Isostearate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier that helps oil and water mix and stay together. This keeps the product from separating so it stays smooth and even.

  • Polysorbate 60

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Polysorbate 60 helps oil and water mix into a stable, even product. It doubles as a cleansing agent that helps lift away oil and dirt.

  • 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.

  • Porphyridium Cruentum Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from a type of algae, used to condition skin. It helps skin feel soft and smooth.

    listed as “Porphyridium Purpureum”

  • Citric Acid

    Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    Citric Acid is a mild acid used to fine-tune a formula's pH. It keeps the acidity steady (buffering), binds trace metals that would spoil the formula (chelating), and can add a scent note.

  • No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

  • Disodium EDTA

    Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Viscosity 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 Anhydrous”

  • Oryzanol

    Antistatic (reduces static)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Oryzanol is a skin conditioning ingredient that also reduces static. In practice it helps keep skin feeling smooth and keeps the product from building up static charge.

  • No reviewed note yet.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • Butylene Glycol

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

    A multitasking liquid that acts as a humectant, solvent, and thickness adjuster, and carries a scent role. It draws in and holds moisture, dissolves other ingredients, and helps set the product's 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.

  • 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.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=4a6f9be3-2a56-8b41-e063-6294a90a30f8
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
35
Record checksum
sha256:d02af25a7b19b068057e1383e944301f6a3497a3a240fa010af45663159045fd

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