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Meijer Sunscreen SPF 30

SPF 30 as labeled

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 5 August 2026

What is listed

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

Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl AcrylateCrosspolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii(Shea) Butter, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Coco-Glucoside, Colocasia Antiquorum RootExtract, Dicetyl Phosphate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Dimethicone, DisodiumEDTA, Ethylhexyl Benzoate, Fragrance, Glycerin, Jojoba Alcohol, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) SeedButter, Methylparaben, Mica, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Panthenol, Paraffin, Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, PlumeriaAcutifolia Flower Extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Potassium Jojobate, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Propylparaben, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter, SodiumAscorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Titanium Dioxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Water, Xanthan Gum

44 entries · the stored declaration is recorded as complete.

Also listed in the FDA filing

The manufacturer's FDA filing for this product also lists Carbomer Interpolymer Type A (Allyl Sucrose Crosslinked) and Colocasia Esculenta Root. The package does not print these names, so they are not part of the stored declaration and are not checked against your list.

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 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.

  • 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.

  • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

    Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)otherViscosity 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.

    listed as “Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl AcrylateCrosspolymer”

  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

    otherSkin 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.

    listed as “Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract”

  • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is shea butter, a rich fat that softens and smooths the skin. It also adjusts the thickness of the product, giving it more body. You may see it listed under its common name, shea butter.

    listed as “Butyrospermum Parkii(Shea) Butter”

  • Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from papaya fruit used as a skin conditioner. It works on the surface to keep skin feeling soft and comfortable.

    listed as “Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract”

  • 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.

  • Ceteth-10 Phosphate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Ceteth-10 Phosphate is a cleansing agent that lifts away dirt and oil. That helps the product loosen and carry away grime from the skin.

  • Coco-Glucoside

    Foaming (produces foam)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing agent that lifts away dirt and oil. It also creates foam and helps water rinse things off. On labels it's counted among the milder sugar-based cleansers.

  • Colocasia Antiquorum Root Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A root extract that acts as a skin conditioner. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

    listed as “Colocasia Antiquorum RootExtract”

  • Dicetyl Phosphate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A helper that lets oil and water mix into a stable blend and also lifts away dirt and oil. In practice it keeps the formula smooth and unified.

  • Diisopropyl Adipate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Plasticizer (keeps a film flexible)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    An oily liquid that softens skin and acts as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients. It helps the product spread smoothly and can add to the scent.

  • 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.

  • Disodium EDTA

    Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)otherViscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    An ingredient that binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula, and helps adjust its thickness. This keeps the product stable over time.

    listed as “DisodiumEDTA”

  • Ethylhexyl Benzoate

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

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, and a solvent that dissolves other ingredients into the mix. This gives the product a smoother texture and keeps it evenly blended.

  • Parfum

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    This is the fragrance, a blend of scent ingredients added to give the product an odor or mask other smells. It's also listed as "aroma" on some labels.

    listed as “Fragrance”

  • 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.

  • Jojoba Alcohol

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is the alcohol part obtained from jojoba oil, used to soften and smooth skin feel. It also helps adjust the product's thickness so it has the right consistency.

  • Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is an extract from mango fruit, working as a skin conditioner. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

    listed as “Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract”

  • Mangifera Indica Seed Butter

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is a butter from mango seeds, used as a skin conditioner. It softens and smooths skin feel. You may see it labeled as mango butter.

    listed as “Mangifera Indica (Mango) SeedButter”

  • 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.

  • Mica

    Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Bulking agent (adds volume)Colorant (adds color)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)other

    Mica is a mineral used to add color and to make the product look opaque rather than see-through. It also keeps powders from clumping and adds bulk to the formula.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Paraffin

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

    A solid waxy substance used to condition skin and adjust how thick the product is. It helps set the texture and can carry a scent.

  • Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from passion flower fruit that conditions and protects the skin. It helps keep skin feeling soft and shields its surface.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • Plumeria Acutifolia Flower Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from the flowers of the Pagoda tree, used here to condition skin. In practice, it helps the product leave skin feeling soft and smooth.

    listed as “PlumeriaAcutifolia Flower Extract”

  • 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.

  • Potassium Jojobate

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A potassium salt made from jojoba oil acids, used to condition skin. It helps skin feel soft and smooth.

  • 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.

  • Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

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

  • Propylparaben

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Restricted in the EU

    A preservative that keeps the product from spoiling, and it also plays a role in the scent. In practice it helps the formula stay stable over time.

  • Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract

    Astringent (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An extract from guava fruit that acts as an astringent and conditions the skin. The astringent effect gives a tightening feel while helping keep skin soft and smooth.

  • Simmondsia Chinensis Butter

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

    A jojoba butter that conditions both skin and hair. It helps keep the skin and hair feeling soft and smooth.

    listed as “Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter”

  • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)

    A form of vitamin C that acts as an antioxidant, helping protect the formula from going off. It's a stable vitamin C derivative you'll see on labels.

    listed as “SodiumAscorbyl Phosphate”

  • Sodium Hydroxide

    Buffering (holds the formula at a set acidity)Denaturant (makes alcohol undrinkable)otherRestricted in the EU

    Sodium Hydroxide is a strongly alkaline ingredient used in tiny amounts to fine-tune a formula's acidity (buffering). This keeps the product's pH steady. It can also act as a denaturant, altering another substance so it stays fit for use in cosmetics rather than being consumed.

  • Titanium Dioxide

    Colorant (adds color)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    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.

  • Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)otherSkin 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.

  • VP/Eicosene Copolymer

    Binder (holds the formula together)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    VP/Eicosene Copolymer forms a thin film on the skin and helps hold the formula together. It also adjusts the product's thickness, so it stays put and has the right texture.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=cbf7532e-ef6e-42be-9a5c-720e8c0bed5b
Retrieved
5 August 2026
Market
United States
Version
v2 of this U.S. formulation
Source tier
Official label document (not independently verified by us)
Entries recorded
44
Record checksum
sha256:cab00e25a889b669fd7917339753fa760bb18b7c650fdbb2c33d7f8d26cabc6b

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