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LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTH CARE LTD. Gangnam Glow Sunscreen 50

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

What is listed

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

Homosalate, Octisalate, Avobenzone, Octinoxate, Octocrylene, WATER, DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, GLYCERIN, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAISOSTEARATE, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, NIACINAMIDE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, PANTHENOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, XANTHAN GUM, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, STEARIC ACID, CHOLESTEROL, CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT, ALCOHOL DENAT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, CERAMIDE NP, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CERAMIDE NS, HYALURONIC ACID, HYDROLYZED SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYALURONATE, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE, ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE AS, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CERAMIDE EOP, DESAMIDO COLLAGEN, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER

42 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

    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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Octinoxate

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

  • 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.

  • Water

    Antiplaque (CosIng functional class)otherSkin 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.

  • 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.

  • Caprylyl Methicone

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A silicone-type skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps leave skin feeling smooth and conditioned.

  • 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.

  • Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

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

    A multitasker that softens and smooths skin feel, helps clean, and helps oil and water mix. It gives a smooth texture while keeping the watery and oily parts blended.

  • PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier. It keeps the oil and water parts blended together so the formula stays even.

  • Niacinamide

    otherSmoothing (CosIng functional class)

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

  • 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.

  • Disteardimonium Hectorite

    Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A thickener that adjusts how thick or thin the product is. It also works as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up against light exposure.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Propylene Carbonate

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

    A solvent that dissolves and carries other ingredients, and it also adjusts the product's thickness. In practice it helps blend the formula and fine-tune its texture.

  • Xanthan Gum

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Gel forming (sets the formula into a gel)otherSkin 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.

  • Hydrogenated Lecithin

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

    An ingredient that helps oil and water mix so the formula stays blended. It also conditions the skin, leaving it feeling smoother.

  • 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.

  • Stearic Acid

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Fragrance ingredient (scent)otherRefatting (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Stearic Acid helps oil and water mix, keeps that blend from separating, and cleanses. It also softens skin feel and adds scent, so it keeps the product stable and smooth while contributing fragrance.

  • 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.

  • Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from the leaves of the centella plant, used to condition skin. It helps skin feel smoother and better cared for. Also known as gotu kola.

  • Alcohol Denat.

    Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Astringent (CosIng functional class)Fragrance ingredient (scent)otherPreservative (inhibits microbial growth)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Alcohol Denat. is ethyl alcohol with additives that make it undrinkable, used as a solvent to dissolve ingredients and thin the formula. It also cuts foam, tightens skin as an astringent, and adjusts thickness. Denat. simply means it has been denatured.

    listed as “ALCOHOL DENAT”

  • 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.

  • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

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

    A moisture-grabber that draws in and holds water, conditioning both skin and hair. In practice it keeps the surface feeling hydrated rather than dry.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Ceramide NS

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

    A ceramide lipid that conditions skin and hair. It leaves skin and hair feeling smoother and more conditioned. It was previously known as Ceramide 2.

  • 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.

    listed as “HYALURONIC ACID”

  • Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A skin-conditioning ingredient that keeps skin feeling smooth and cared for. It's a broken-down form of a common hydrating ingredient.

  • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)

    Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is a form of hyaluronic acid used here to form a thin film on skin. That film helps the product settle evenly on the surface.

  • Phytosphingosine

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

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

  • Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

    Humectant (holds moisture)

    A form of hyaluronic acid that draws in and holds moisture. This helps keep the product and skin from drying out.

  • 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.

  • Ceramide AP

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

    A skin- and hair-conditioning ingredient. It softens and smooths the feel of skin and hair. You may see it on older labels under its former name, Ceramide 6 II.

  • Ceramide AS

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

    A conditioning ingredient for skin and hair. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth. On older labels it may appear as Ceramide 4 or Ceramide 5.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • ceramide EOP

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

    A ceramide, a skin-type lipid, used to condition skin and hair. It helps skin and hair feel smoother and better conditioned. It was formerly listed as Ceramide 1.

  • Desamido Collagen

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A conditioning ingredient that also forms a film. It softens skin and hair, and the film leaves a thin coating on the surface after the product dries.

  • Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

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

    A linked-up form of hyaluronate that draws in and holds moisture. That keeps skin conditioned and hydrated feeling.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=30cc2e35-f752-8285-e063-6294a90afbf5
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
42
Record checksum
sha256:d63147fd844c1055c49c75fba61c01d19a02fffd90c7ec6c2796b00285e50c68

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