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MENOKIN 30 SECONDS GLOW AND CLEAR Gel SUNSCREEN BRIGHT

Labeler: Forest Avenue

SPF 50 as labeled

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

Quick facts

Does MENOKIN 30 SECONDS GLOW AND CLEAR Gel SUNSCREEN BRIGHT list fragrance?

No fragrance, parfum or listed fragrance ingredient appears in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation, which is recorded as complete with every name identified.

What are the active ingredients in MENOKIN 30 SECONDS GLOW AND CLEAR Gel SUNSCREEN BRIGHT?

The Active ingredients block printed on the label reads: Avobenzone 2.7% Homosalate 14.5% Octisalate 4.5% Octocrylene 3.0%

Is MENOKIN 30 SECONDS GLOW AND CLEAR Gel SUNSCREEN BRIGHT mineral-only?

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

Does MENOKIN 30 SECONDS GLOW AND CLEAR Gel SUNSCREEN BRIGHT contain oxybenzone?

Oxybenzone is not listed in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation, which is recorded as complete with every name identified.

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.

Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Adenosine, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Caprylyl Glycol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Panthenol, Glutathione, Ceramide NP, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ascorbic Acid, Polyurethane-15

36 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Propanediol

    Humectant (holds moisture)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A solvent that dissolves other ingredients and helps them blend evenly. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula.

  • 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.

  • Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    This is a film-forming ingredient. It leaves a thin layer on the skin as the product dries.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 1,2-Hexanediol

    Humectant (holds moisture)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A fluid that acts as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients so they blend evenly. It also conditions the skin, leaving it feeling smooth.

  • 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.

  • Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate

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

    A polymer that stabilizes emulsions and adjusts thickness. In practice, it keeps the oil and water parts from separating and gives the product its body.

  • Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil

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

    A palm fruit oil used as an emollient, meaning it softens and smooths skin feel. It leaves skin feeling supple and can give the product a richer texture.

  • Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

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

    This is a gel-like polymer that stabilizes emulsions and adjusts thickness. That means it keeps the oil and water parts from separating and helps give the product its texture and body.

  • Ethylhexylglycerin

    Deodorant (masks or reduces odor)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A multi-tasker that conditions the skin and works as a deodorant agent. It helps improve skin feel while cutting odor.

  • Sphingomonas Ferment Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A ferment-based extract used to condition the skin. That means it helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  • Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

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

    Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate is a thickener that adjusts how thick or fluid a product is. It also stabilizes oil-and-water blends, keeping them from separating.

  • Tromethamine

    Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Restricted in the EU

    Tromethamine is a buffering agent that helps hold the product's acidity steady. It also adds fragrance.

  • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A large chain-like molecule that stabilizes emulsions, keeping the oil and water parts mixed. It also forms a thin film on the surface and adjusts the thickness of the product.

  • Adenosine

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Adenosine is a skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling smooth and in good condition.

  • 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.

  • Hydrolyzed Extensin

    Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A broken-down protein that conditions skin and hair. It leaves both feeling softer and smoother.

  • Niacinamide

    Smoothing (CosIng functional class)

    An ingredient that smooths the skin's surface. In practice, it helps the product leave skin feeling even.

  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

    Skin 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.

  • 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.

  • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

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

    A peptide (a short chain of amino acid building blocks) that acts as a humectant, meaning it draws in and holds moisture. It also conditions the skin, helping it feel soft and smooth. You may see it listed under the trade name Argireline.

  • Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An oil from meadowfoam seeds used as a skin conditioner. It helps the skin feel smooth and soft.

  • 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.

  • Glutathione

    Reducing agent (chemically reduces other ingredients)

    Glutathione acts as a reducing agent in the formula. That means it counters certain reactions that would otherwise change the product over time.

  • Ceramide NP

    Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A conditioning ingredient for skin and hair. It works to improve the feel and condition of skin and hair.

  • Hydroxyacetophenone

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)

    An antioxidant that helps keep the formula from going off over time. In practice it protects the product's other ingredients from breaking down.

  • Ascorbic Acid

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Ascorbic Acid is vitamin C, used here mainly as an antioxidant to protect the formula from going off. It also conditions the skin, adjusts the acidity balance, and can add scent.

  • Polyurethane-15

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    This is a film former that leaves a thin, even layer on the skin as the product dries. That coating helps the other ingredients stay in place.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=8de4ec46-f60a-4c51-a16e-9140150e2162
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
36
Record checksum
sha256:1e3f7c51a1f70dec34aa9b7c16c136b082b046cadb442f026256f180a1ff92f3

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