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Mary Kay Inc. Mary Kay Foundation Primer
SPF 15 as labeled
U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 22 September 2026
What is listed
The ingredient declaration stored for this formulation, reproduced exactly as it was recorded from the source below.
15 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.
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 EUAn 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.
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.
Isododecane
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)A light fluid that acts as a solvent, keeping other ingredients dissolved and evenly blended. It also softens skin feel and can carry fragrance. It leaves a quick, non-heavy finish as it spreads.
Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl Ppg-20 Crosspolymer
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)This is a silicone polymer that works as an emollient, softening and smoothing the skin feel. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula, helping give it body and a consistent texture.
Polysilicone-11
Film forming (leaves a thin coating)This is a film former, a silicone-based ingredient. It leaves a thin, even layer on the skin as the product dries down.
VP/Hexadecene Copolymer
Binder (holds the formula together)Dispersing, non-surfactant (spreads solids without acting as a surfactant)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Hair fixing (holds hair in place)otherViscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)A film-forming polymer that leaves a thin, even layer as the product dries. This helps the formula stay put on skin, keeps ingredients spread evenly, and adjusts how thick the product is. It also helps bind the mix together.
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)otherViscosity 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.
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.
Polyester-7
Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)This is a polymer that forms a film, conditions the skin, and adjusts thickness. It leaves a thin layer on the surface, smooths the skin feel, and gives the product body.
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. In practice, it helps the product spread easily and leaves a smooth finish.
A skin-conditioning emollient. It softens and smooths the skin feel, leaving the surface conditioned.
Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)An emollient that softens and smooths the skin feel. It helps keep skin feeling supple as the product goes on.
PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Benzoate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)An emollient, meaning it softens and smooths skin feel. It gives the product a smoother, more spreadable texture on the skin.
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Source quality
- Source
- DailyMed drug label
- Source record
- https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=59d25b44-1adb-4790-8ce6-2d847a06b8b3
- 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
- 15
- Record checksum
- sha256:760652398caae105d6bea4cf8d3087d87c54cb2d4025e264fde792480b2bf796
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