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Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 -Sunset
SPF 40 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.
47 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)A liquid that conditions skin and hair and acts as a solvent. It softens skin feel and helps dissolve and spread other ingredients in the mix.
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.
An emollient that softens and smooths the skin feel. It conditions skin, helping the product go on smoothly.
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.
listed as “Glyceryl Monostearate”
Cetyl Phosphate
Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)This is a surfactant that helps oil and water mix and can also help clean. In practice it keeps the water and oil parts of the product blended together and can lift away dirt and oil.
An antioxidant that helps keep the formula from going off over time. In practice it protects the product's other ingredients from breaking down.
An antioxidant that also acts against microbes. As an antioxidant it helps keep the formula from going off, and it helps limit microbial growth in the product.
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.
listed as “Alkyl (C12-15) Benzoate”
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.
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.
listed as “Medium-Chain Triglycerides”
Coco-Caprylate is an emollient, meaning it softens and smooths skin feel. It gives the product a light, spreadable slip.
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)A lightweight oily ingredient that softens and smooths skin feel. It gives the product a silky, easy-to-spread texture.
Arachidyl Alcohol
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)A multitasking ingredient that softens and smooths skin feel, adjusts the product's thickness, and keeps the mix stable. In practice, it helps give the formula its body and holds it together.
Behenyl Alcohol
Binder (holds the formula together)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)A multitasker that softens and smooths skin while adjusting the product's thickness. It also helps hold the mix together and keeps the oil and water parts from separating.
listed as “Docosanol”
No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.
Arachidyl Glucoside
Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)A surfactant that helps clean and helps oil and water mix. In practice, it keeps the water and oil parts blended into one smooth product.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Anti-seborrheic (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)This is a radish root ferment filtrate with antimicrobial and anti-seborrheic roles. It works against microbes in the formula and helps manage oiliness.
No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Sunflower seed oil does several jobs: it softens and smooths skin, forms a light layer on the surface, and acts as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients. Together this helps skin feel smooth and holds the formula together.
listed as “Sunflower Oil”
Arginine
Antistatic (reduces static)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Arginine is an amino acid that works as a skin and hair conditioner. It softens the feel of skin and hair, and can also cut static and add a light scent. In formulas it's sometimes used to balance the acidity of the mix.
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.
listed as “Polymethylsilsesquioxane (4.5 Microns)”
Titanium Dioxide
Colorant (adds colour)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.
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.
A binding ingredient that helps hold the parts of the formula together. It is often used to coat and bind powders in a mix.
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.
Tocopherol
Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidising)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant, which helps keep the formula from going off. It also conditions skin and forms a thin surface layer that slows moisture loss. You may see it listed simply as vitamin E.
Caprylyl Glycol
Deodorant (masks or reduces odour)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.
No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.
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 “Hyaluronate Sodium”
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It helps the product spread and leaves a smooth finish.
No reviewed note yet.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)This is a multi-tasking ingredient that helps oil and water mix so the product stays blended. It also works as a cleansing agent and softens the feel of skin and hair. In practice, it keeps the formula smooth and even while conditioning.
A colorant that gives the product its shade. On labels it can also appear as CI 77491, CI 77492, or CI 77499.
listed as “Brown Iron Oxide”
No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.
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.
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Glyceryl Stearate Citrate conditions the skin and softens its feel. It also helps oil and water stay mixed in the formula.
Diisopropyl Sebacate
Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Plasticiser (keeps a film flexible)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)A light oily liquid that softens and smooths the skin. It also works as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients and helping the product spread.
Mica
Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Bulking agent (adds volume)Colorant (adds colour)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)otherMica 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.
An ingredient that smooths the skin's surface. In practice, it helps the product leave skin feeling even.
This is a chelating agent. It binds trace metals in the mix that could break the formula down over time.
Bismuth Oxychloride
otherNo reviewed note yet.
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.
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Source quality
- Source
- DailyMed drug label
- Source record
- https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f7e493da-8fc6-191d-e053-6294a90aa483
- Retrieved
- 5 August 2026
- Market
- United States
- Formulation date
- Not recorded
- Version
- v1 of this U.S. formulation
- Verification confidence
- High
- Entries recorded
- 47
- Record checksum
- sha256:deb179831f82a9c5ceb8d4c9f8966509cc48169895e7ca7e460ba23d940f3266
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