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Principal Secret Reclaim Sunscreen For Face and Body SPF 30

Labeler: Guthy-Renker

SPF 30 as labeled

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 22 September 2026

Quick facts

Does Principal Secret Reclaim Sunscreen For Face and Body SPF 30 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 Principal Secret Reclaim Sunscreen For Face and Body SPF 30?

The Active ingredients block printed on the label reads: Octinoxate 7.5% Meradimate 3.5% Zinc Oxide 2.0% Oxybenzone 2.0%

Is Principal Secret Reclaim Sunscreen For Face and Body SPF 30 mineral-only?

No. The ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation names Meradimate, Octinoxate, and Oxybenzone.

Does Principal Secret Reclaim Sunscreen For Face and Body SPF 30 contain oxybenzone?

Yes. Oxybenzone is listed in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation.

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.

Meradimate, Octinoxate, Oxybenzone, Zinc Oxide, Water, Ethylhexyl Ethylhexanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Triisononanoin, Sodium Dihydroxycetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Beeswax, Glycosaminoglycans, Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Hibiscus Abelmoschus Extract, Bisabolol, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Ceteareth-20, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Phytonadione, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Xanthan Gum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic Acid

40 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.

  • Meradimate

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Restricted in the EU

    Meradimate is an organic (chemical) UV filter. It absorbs ultraviolet light so less of it reaches your skin.

  • 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.

  • Oxybenzone

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Ethylhexyl Ethylhexanoate

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

    This is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, and it also adds fragrance. It gives the product a smooth glide while providing scent.

  • Pentylene Glycol

    Humectant (holds moisture)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A skin-conditioning ingredient that also works as a solvent. It helps dissolve other ingredients and keeps skin feeling conditioned.

  • Triisononanoin

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

    A skin-conditioning ingredient that also adjusts the product's thickness. It softens the skin feel while helping give the formula its texture.

  • Sodium Dihydroxycetyl Phosphate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Sodium Dihydroxycetyl Phosphate is a dual-purpose ingredient that both cleanses and helps oil and water mix. That means it can wash away grime and keep the water and oil parts of the formula blended together.

  • Glyceryl Stearate Se

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier that helps the oil and water parts of the product stay mixed together. This keeps the formula from separating.

  • Cetearyl Alcohol

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Foam boosting (increases foam from other ingredients)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A workhorse ingredient that softens skin feel, adjusts thickness, helps oil and water mix, and keeps the blend stable. In practice it thickens the product, keeps it from separating, gives a smooth feel, and can make the product look opaque. Despite its name, it behaves like a waxy solid, not a drying alcohol.

  • Cera Alba

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Cera Alba is beeswax, used to soften skin, form a film, and help oil and water mix. It smooths skin feel, leaves a thin protective layer, and keeps the water and oil parts blended. It's the Latin label name for beeswax.

    listed as “Beeswax”

  • Glycosaminoglycans

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

    A skin-conditioning ingredient that softens and smooths while forming a thin film on the surface. That film leaves a light, even layer as the product dries.

  • Ahnfeltiopsis Concinna Extract

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

    An extract from an alga that works as an emollient, softening and smoothing the skin's feel. It also serves as a general skin conditioner, helping the product leave skin feeling nice. On labels it may appear under its retired name, Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract.

  • 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.

  • Phospholipids

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    These are skin-conditioning ingredients. They help leave skin feeling smooth and looked after.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from honey melon fruit used as a skin conditioner. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  • Musa Sapientum Fruit Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from the banana fruit that acts as a skin conditioner. It helps skin feel soft and smooth.

    listed as “Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract”

  • Ascorbyl Palmitate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    Ascorbyl Palmitate is an oil-friendly form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant to keep the formula from going off. It can also add a light scent.

  • Pantothenic Acid

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

    This is a conditioning ingredient for both skin and hair, and it also works as an antistatic. In practice it softens the feel of skin and hair while reducing static cling.

  • Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from grape leaves that conditions the skin. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  • Iris Florentina Root Extract

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Tonic (CosIng functional class)

    An extract of orris root that adds fragrance and works as a tonic. It gives the product scent along with a freshening effect.

  • Hibiscus Abelmoschus Extract

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    Hibiscus Abelmoschus Extract comes from the musk mallow plant and is used as a fragrance. Its job is to give the product a scent.

  • Bisabolol

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)

    A conditioning and soothing ingredient that also adds a light fragrance. It softens the skin's feel and contributes scent to the product. On labels it may also appear as Levomenol.

  • Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides

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

    A multi-tasker that softens and smooths skin feel, helps oil and water mix, and adjusts thickness. It keeps the water and oil parts blended while shaping the product's texture.

  • Ceteareth-20

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing agent that also helps oil and water mix. It lifts away dirt and keeps the water and oil parts of the product from separating.

  • Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    This is an emulsifier that helps oil and water mix. It keeps those two parts blended into one smooth, even product.

  • Phytonadione

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  • Polyacrylamide

    Antistatic (reduces static)Binder (holds the formula together)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Restricted in the EU

    This forms a thin film on the surface and helps hold a formula together. It also reduces static, which can smooth down flyaway hair.

  • C13-14 Isoparaffin

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

    This is a light oily fluid that softens and smooths the skin's feel. It also works as a solvent, helping other ingredients dissolve and spread.

  • Laureth-7

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Laureth-7 is a cleansing and emulsifying agent, meaning it helps oil and water mix. In practice it keeps the formula blended and helps lift away dirt and oil.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • Methylparaben

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    This is a preservative that also adds fragrance. It keeps the product from spoiling and contributes to its scent. It belongs to the paraben family of preservatives.

  • Chlorphenesin

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    This is a preservative that fights microbes. It helps keep the product from spoiling as bacteria and other organisms try to grow in it.

  • Benzoic Acid

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)pH adjuster (sets the formula's acidity)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

    A preservative that helps keep the product from spoiling. It also fine-tunes the acidity level and adds fragrance.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=4a183aa2-deda-4b26-a126-6f98cfbdb0f3
Retrieved
22 September 2026
Market
United States
Version
v1 of this U.S. formulation
Source tier
Official label document (not independently verified by us)
Entries recorded
40
Record checksum
sha256:486335f61b084609e5207345b1e792a42c58b378a8f3993c5e4cf94911ad0a1f

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