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Freaks of Nature Solar Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Labeler: THE FREAKS OF NATURE

SPF 30 as labeled

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

Quick facts

Does Freaks of Nature Solar Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 30 list fragrance?

No fragrance, parfum or listed fragrance ingredient appears in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation, which is recorded as complete with every name identified.

What are the active ingredients in Freaks of Nature Solar Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 30?

The Active ingredients block printed on the label reads: Zinc Oxide 16.5%

Is Freaks of Nature Solar Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 30 mineral-only?

Yes. The actives named in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation are only Zinc Oxide, and none of the FDA's other sunscreen actives is listed.

Does Freaks of Nature Solar Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 30 contain oxybenzone?

Oxybenzone is not listed in the ingredient list currently stored for this U.S. formulation, which is recorded as complete with every name identified.

Each answer restates the ingredient list stored for this record. It does not predict whether your skin will react.

What is listed

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

Zinc Oxide, Aloe Barbendensis Leaf Juice, Aqua/Water, Bambusa Arundinacea (Bamboo) Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Japanese Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dilauryl Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate, Isoproyl Palmitate, Lauryl Glucoside, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Methylcellulose, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbitan Laurate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum

28 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.

  • Zinc Oxide

    UV filter (filters UV rays)Bulking agent (adds volume)Colorant (adds color)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

    A mineral UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, the core sun-protection job in this product. It also helps protect the skin surface and can add whiteness or opacity. On some labels it appears as CI 77947 when used for color.

  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

    Skin 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 Barbendensis Leaf Juice”

  • Water

    Antiplaque (CosIng functional class)Skin 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.

    listed as “Aqua/Water”

  • Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

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

    listed as “Bambusa Arundinacea (Bamboo) Stem Extract”

  • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Astringent (CosIng functional class)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Humectant (holds moisture)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Tonic (CosIng functional class)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)

    An extract from tea leaves that does several jobs: it draws in and holds moisture, softens the skin, and works as an antioxidant. It also acts as an astringent and adds a mild scent. On labels this is the tea leaf extract.

    listed as “Camellia Sinensis (Japanese Green Tea) Leaf Extract”

  • 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.

  • Dilauryl Citrate

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

    This is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. In practice it gives the product a smoother, more conditioned finish.

  • 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.

  • Gluconolactone

    Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Gluconolactone binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula. It also conditions the skin, helping it feel better.

  • 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.

  • Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate

    Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    An ingredient used to adjust thickness. It helps set the consistency of the product.

  • Isopropyl Palmitate

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel while helping hold the formula together. It also can carry fragrance and lends a smooth, spreadable texture.

    listed as “Isoproyl Palmitate”

  • Lauryl Glucoside

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    Lauryl Glucoside is a cleansing agent that helps lift away dirt and oil. It's the kind of ingredient that gives a product its wash-off action.

  • 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.

  • Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A honeysuckle flower extract that conditions skin and adds fragrance. It helps keep skin feeling smooth while contributing to the product's scent.

    listed as “Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract”

  • Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract

    Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A honeysuckle flower extract used as a skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

  • Methylcellulose

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Light stabilizer (protects the formula from light)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Methylcellulose adjusts the thickness of the product and keeps the mix from separating. It also binds ingredients together and helps stabilize the formula against light.

  • Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer

    Humectant (holds moisture)

    This is a humectant, meaning it draws in and holds moisture. That helps keep the product from drying out.

  • Phenoxyethanol

    Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

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

  • Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier that helps the oil and water parts stay combined. That keeps the formula consistent and stops it from separating.

  • Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract

    Anti-sebum (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    A bark extract used to help manage excess oil on the skin. It works as an anti-sebum ingredient while also conditioning to keep skin feeling smooth.

  • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

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

    This is jojoba seed oil, used to soften and smooth skin. It conditions both skin and hair, leaving a smoother feel.

    listed as “Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil”

  • Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing agent. It lifts away dirt and oil so they rinse off the skin.

  • Sodium Phytate

    Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)Oral care (CosIng functional class)

    Sodium Phytate is a chelating agent, meaning it binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula. It also has an oral-care function.

  • 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.

  • Sorbitan Laurate

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier that helps the oil and water parts blend into one consistent mixture. This keeps the product from splitting apart.

  • Tocopherol

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidizing)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Occlusive (CosIng functional class)Skin 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.

  • Xanthan Gum

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabilizer (keeps oil and water mixed)Gel forming (sets the formula into a gel)Skin 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=509b8610-6dbe-611f-e063-6394a90a9fd1
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
28
Record checksum
sha256:be1d3f8df58bdafef1f83b2e1c19ac16bbb9fa023b6562c9352444ea8704fbb6

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