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Sun Bum Sun Bum 70 Premium Sunscreen

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 27 July 2026

What is listed

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

Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Octisalate, Homosalate, Dimethicone, Peg-100 Stearate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate (M/Q 0.6-0.8), Cetyl Dimethicone 25, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer (60000 Mpa.S), Bht, .Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Water, Hydrated Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethyl Capramide, Sodium Polyacrylate (8000 Mw), Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetyl Palmitate, Caprylyl Methicone, Luviset 360, Polyester-8 (1400 Mw, Cyanodiphenylpropenoyl Capped), Trideceth-6

27 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.

  • Octocrylene

    Light stabiliser (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.

  • Avobenzone

    Light stabiliser (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.

  • Octisalate

    Light stabiliser (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.

  • Homosalate

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)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 adds scent to the product.

  • 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.

  • PEG-100 Stearate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing surfactant, meaning it helps lift away oil and dirt. It's often paired with other emulsifiers in creams.

  • Trimethylsiloxysilicate

    Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A silicone-based ingredient that conditions and softens skin. It also cuts down foaming during mixing, keeping the formula from getting bubbly.

    listed as “Trimethylsiloxysilicate (M/Q 0.6-0.8)”

  • Cetyl Dimethicone 25

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Ethylhexyl Stearate

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

    An oil-like ingredient that softens and smooths the skin feel. It leaves a light, spreadable finish on the skin.

  • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

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

    A large chain-like molecule that stabilises 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 Acrylate Crosspolymer (60000 Mpa.S)”

  • Butylated Hydroxytoluene

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

    An antioxidant that also adds a scent note. It helps keep the oils in the formula from going off, so the product stays stable longer. Often shortened to BHT on labels.

    listed as “Bht”

  • Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidising)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.

    listed as “.Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate”

  • Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

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

    A conditioning ingredient that also draws in and holds moisture. It helps skin feel hydrated and smooth.

  • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

    Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)other

    This is a chelating agent. It binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula.

  • 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.

  • Hydrated 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)

    Hydrated Silica is a form of silica, a mineral made of silicon and oxygen, that contains bound water. In cosmetics it is used as an abrasive, thickener, or absorbent, and can help control texture or matte appearance. It is the same basic mineral family as sand and quartz in a processed, powdered form.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • Glyceryl Stearate

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

    Glyceryl Stearate is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It also acts as an emulsifier, keeping the oil and water parts blended together.

  • Dimethyl Capramide

    Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    Dimethyl Capramide works as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients so they blend evenly. It also stabilises emulsions, helping keep the oil and water parts mixed.

  • Sodium Polyacrylate

    Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Binder (holds the formula together)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Hair fixing (holds hair in place)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Sodium Polyacrylate is a multi-tasking ingredient that adjusts a product's thickness, helps hold ingredients together, and stabilises oil-and-water blends. It forms a thin film on the surface, softens and conditions skin, and can absorb liquid. In hair products it also helps hold a style in place.

    listed as “Sodium Polyacrylate (8000 Mw)”

  • Xanthan Gum

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabiliser (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.

  • Ethylhexylglycerin

    Deodorant (masks or reduces odour)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.

  • Cetyl Palmitate

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

    A waxy emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It conditions skin and adds body to the product's texture.

  • Caprylyl Methicone

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

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

  • Luviset 360

    other

    No reviewed note yet.

  • Polyester-8

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

    This is a film-forming polymer that also conditions the skin. It lays down a thin layer on the surface and helps the skin feel smooth.

    listed as “Polyester-8 (1400 Mw, Cyanodiphenylpropenoyl Capped)”

  • Trideceth-6

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A surfactant that works as both a cleanser and an emulsifier. It helps oil and water mix and lifts away dirt and oil, keeping the formula blended.

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3b02811d-dc66-fc6f-e063-6294a90aefc8
Retrieved
27 July 2026
Market
United States
Formulation date
Not recorded
Version
v1 of this U.S. formulation
Verification confidence
High
Entries recorded
27
Record checksum
sha256:2c541361057770ec993c76050d692607bb6a4039430ad8ed803e6643e3390ebb

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