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COSRX (Stick)

SPF 50 as labeled

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 5 August 2026

What is listed

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

Octisalate, Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Homosalate, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Diisostearyl Malate, Dimethiconol, Trisiloxane, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyethylene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl /Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Candelilla Wax Esters, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate

30 entries · the stored declaration is recorded as complete.

Also listed in the FDA filing

The manufacturer's FDA filing for this product also lists Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer. The package does not print this name, so it is not part of the stored declaration and is not checked against your list.

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.

  • Octisalate

    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, and doubles as a light stabilizer to keep the formula steady in sun. It also appears on labels as Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Homosalate

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)Restricted in the EU

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

  • Diethylhexyl Carbonate

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

    A lightweight oil-like liquid that softens and smooths the skin feel. It gives the product a light, easy-spreading texture.

  • Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    A film-forming polymer that leaves a thin, even layer on the skin as the product sets.

  • Synthetic Wax

    Abrasive (physically scrubs)Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A wax that adjusts the product's thickness and helps hold the mix together. It keeps the oil and water parts from separating and can act as a mild scrub particle. It also adds a light scent and helps bind the formula together.

  • 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.

  • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

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

    A silicone elastomer that softens and smooths skin feel and adjusts the thickness of the product. In practice it gives a silky, cushioned texture.

  • 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.

  • Isopropyl Palmitate

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel while helping hold the formula together. It also can carry fragrance and lends a smooth, spreadable texture.

  • Diisostearyl Malate

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

    An oily ingredient that softens and smooths skin feel while also helping to lift away dirt and oil. In practice it conditions the skin and can act as a cleansing agent in the mix.

  • Dimethiconol

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

    A silicone fluid that softens and smooths skin feel while adding moisture. It also keeps foaming down during production. On skin this leaves a smooth, conditioned surface.

  • Trisiloxane

    Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A light silicone that conditions the skin and keeps foam down during use. It gives a smooth feel and stops unwanted bubbling in the formula.

  • Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone

    Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A silicone that conditions skin and hair for a smooth feel, and keeps foaming down while the product is made. It leaves a soft, even surface.

  • Ethylhexyl Isononanoate

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

    Ethylhexyl Isononanoate is an emollient. It softens and smooths the way skin feels.

  • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

    Bulking agent (adds volume)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A mineral ingredient that adds bulk and adjusts the product's thickness. This helps give the formula its texture and body.

  • Polyethylene

    Abrasive (physically scrubs)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Polyethylene is a plastic-type material that acts as a mild scrub particle, a film former, and a thickness adjuster. That means it can smooth or polish the skin surface, leave a thin coating as the product dries, and adjust how thick the formula is.

  • 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.

  • Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate

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

    A rich oil-like emollient that softens and smooths skin feel while also adjusting how thick the product is. In practice it gives a cushiony, spreadable texture and helps condition skin and hair.

    listed as “Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl /Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate”

  • Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer

    Abrasive (physically scrubs)Bulking agent (adds volume)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    A multi-tasker that forms a thin film on the skin and adds bulk to the formula. It can also act as a mild abrasive, providing texture.

  • Camellia Japonica Seed Oil

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

    An oil pressed from camellia seeds that softens and smooths the skin's feel. It works as an emollient, leaving skin feeling conditioned and smooth.

  • Silica Dimethyl Silylate

    Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is a modified silica powder that keeps the oil and water parts from separating and adjusts the product's thickness. It also softens skin feel, cuts down foaming, and stops powders from clumping.

  • Dimethicone Crosspolymer

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Hair fixing (holds hair in place)otherViscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A silicone-based ingredient that keeps the oil and water parts from separating and adjusts how thick the product is. It also helps hold styling or film in place.

  • Candelilla Wax Esters

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    This is a wax fraction that acts as a film former. It leaves a thin, even layer on the skin's surface that helps the product stay put.

  • Copernicia Cerifera Cera

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is carnauba wax, which forms a thin film on the surface and softens skin feel. It helps the product hold together and smooth out. Often listed as carnauba wax.

    listed as “Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax”

  • 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A form of vitamin C used to condition the skin. That means it works to keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  • Panthenol

    Antistatic (reduces static)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A skin- and hair-conditioning ingredient that also reduces static cling. In practice it helps keep skin and hair feeling soft and smooth.

  • 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)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.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=313b1a73-8863-c458-e063-6394a90a01d6
Retrieved
5 August 2026
Market
United States
Version
v2 of this U.S. formulation
Source tier
Official label document (not independently verified by us)
Entries recorded
30
Record checksum
sha256:7eec3ab33252301885f66c287dc0dd76162551f66b222b3addfd5ccfc638915a

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