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Futurist Skin Tint Serum

Labeler: ESTEE LAUDER

SPF 20 as labeled

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

Quick facts

Does Futurist Skin Tint Serum 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 Futurist Skin Tint Serum?

The Active ingredients block printed on the label reads: Octinoxate 6.7% Octisalate 4.5% Zinc Oxide 6.8%

Is Futurist Skin Tint Serum mineral-only?

No. The ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation names Octisalate and Octinoxate.

Does Futurist Skin Tint Serum 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.

Zinc Oxide | Octisalate | Octinoxate | Glycerin | Butylene Glycol | Water | Trimethylolpropane Tricaprylate/Tricaprate | Glyceryl Rosinate | Rosa Canina Fruit | Citric Acid Monohydrate | Trametes Versicolor Fruiting Body | Sodium Chloride | Bentonite | Sodium Alginate | N-Acetylglucosamine | Calendula Officinalis Flower | Medium-Chain Triglycerides | Silicon Dioxide | Meadowfoam Seed Oil | Yeast, Unspecified | Cucumber | Aluminum Hydroxide | Titanium Dioxide | Soybean | Hordeum Vulgare Whole | Caprylyl Glycol | Polyhydroxystearic Acid (2300 Mw) | Phenoxyethanol | Butyloctyl Salicylate | Saccharide Isomerate | .Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate | Soybean Oil | Propylene Glycol Dicaprate | Sunflower Seed | Cholesterol | Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate | Xanthan Gum | Butylated Hydroxytoluene | Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate | Sodium Citrate | Potassium Sorbate | Ferrosoferric Oxide | Ferric Oxide Red | Ferric Oxide Yellow

44 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Octinoxate

    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 when exposed to sunlight. You'll often see it listed as Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Glyceryl Rosinate

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    A resin-based ingredient that forms a film and adds fragrance. It leaves a thin layer on the skin and contributes to the product's scent.

  • Rosa Canina Fruit

    Astringent (CosIng functional class)

    This is the fruit of the rose hip, used as an astringent. That gives the skin a tightening feel.

  • 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.

    listed as “Citric Acid Monohydrate”

  • Coriolus Versicolor Extract

    Humectant (holds moisture)

    An extract from the Coriolus versicolor mushroom used as a humectant. That means it draws in and holds moisture in the product.

    listed as “Trametes Versicolor Fruiting Body”

  • Sodium Chloride

    Bulking agent (adds volume)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Common table salt, used here mainly to adjust the thickness of the formula. It can also act as a bulking agent to add body, and shows up in oral care products. On labels it's simply salt.

  • Bentonite

    Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Bulking agent (adds volume)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is a clay that soaks up liquid and adds bulk to the formula. It also adjusts thickness and keeps the oil and water parts from separating.

  • Algin

    Binder (holds the formula together)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Algin adjusts the thickness of a product and helps hold the mix together. That means a more consistent, stable texture. It can also add fragrance.

    listed as “Sodium Alginate”

  • No reviewed note yet.

  • Calendula Officinalis Flower

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A flower ingredient used to help condition the skin.

  • 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.

    listed as “Medium-Chain Triglycerides”

  • 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.

    listed as “Silicon Dioxide”

  • Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

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

    This is an oil from meadowfoam seeds used to condition skin. It softens and smooths the skin feel. You may see it listed as Meadowfoam Seed Oil.

    listed as “Meadowfoam Seed Oil”

  • Yeast

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A skin-conditioning ingredient that helps leave skin feeling smooth.

    listed as “Yeast, Unspecified”

  • 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.

  • Aluminum Hydroxide

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Humectant (holds moisture)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A mineral ingredient that draws in and holds moisture, softens skin feel, and adjusts the product's thickness. It also adds opacity and forms a protective layer on the skin's surface.

  • 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.

  • No reviewed note yet.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

    listed as “Polyhydroxystearic Acid (2300 Mw)”

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • 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.

  • Saccharide Isomerate

    Humectant (holds moisture)

    This is a sugar-based ingredient that works as a humectant, meaning it draws in and holds moisture. That helps keep the skin from drying out.

  • 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”

  • Glycine Soja Oil

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

    Glycine Soja Oil, also labeled as soybean oil, is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It conditions the skin and adds fragrance to the product.

    listed as “Soybean Oil”

  • Propylene Glycol Dicaprate

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

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It gives the product a lighter, more spreadable texture on skin.

  • Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is sunflower seed used as a skin conditioner. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

    listed as “Sunflower Seed”

  • Cholesterol

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Cholesterol is a multitasker that softens and smooths the skin feel while helping oil and water mix. It also adjusts the product's thickness and helps keep the formula stable in light. On a label it can appear simply as cholesterol.

  • Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

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

    This is a multi-tasking ingredient that helps oil and water mix so the product stays blended. It also works as a cleansing agent and softens the feel of skin and hair. In practice, it keeps the formula smooth and even while conditioning.

  • 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.

  • Butylated Hydroxytoluene

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

    An antioxidant that also adds a scent note. It helps keep the oils in the formula from going off, so the product stays stable longer. Often shortened to BHT on labels.

  • Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate is a skin-conditioning ingredient. That means it helps soften and improve the feel of the skin.

  • Sodium Citrate

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

    A buffering agent that keeps the product's acidity steady. It also binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula.

  • Potassium Sorbate

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    A salt used mainly as a preservative to keep the product from spoiling. It also contributes to fragrance. In practice, it helps the formula stay stable over time.

  • Ferrosoferric Oxide

    Colorant (adds color)

    This is a mineral colorant used to tint the product. On labels it's often grouped under Iron Oxides and appears as CI 77499.

  • 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 “Ferric Oxide Red”

  • 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 “Ferric Oxide Yellow”

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ea21e5a5-69d6-2de4-e053-2995a90a93b4
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
44
Record checksum
sha256:ed0966e18293c1195490d3590e29061c721615f677fff331acb8d84dcd6cca47

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