eltamd Uv Daily Broad-Spectrum Spf 40
eltamd EltaMD Uv Daily Broad-Spectrum Spf 40 lists 19 ingredients on its label, 18 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Zinc Oxide
- Octinoxate
- Purified Water
- Petrolatum
- Isopropyl Palmitate
- Cetearyl Glucoside
- Dimethicone
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- Polyisobutene
- Peg-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Polyether-1
- Citric Acid
- Oleth-3 Phosphate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Butylene Glycol
- Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of fragranceFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains mineral oilContains siliconesContains PEG
Formulation view Hybrid SPF with zinc oxide as primary shield, supported by chemical filters. Petrolatum and dimethicone ensure spreadability; hyaluronic acid adds moisture. Suitable for all skin types daily. Factory observation: High zinc load tends to be thick; oil phase selection is key for feel.
Key ingredients
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Zinc Oxide
- 防晒剂
- Octinoxate
- 溶剂
- Purified Water
- ANTISTATIC
- Petrolatum
- BINDING
- Isopropyl Palmitate
- SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
- Cetearyl Glucoside
- ANTIFOAMING
- Dimethicone
- EMULSION STABILISING
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Other ingredients
PolyisobutenePeg-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut EtherSodium HyaluronateTocopheryl AcetatePolyether-1Citric AcidOleth-3 PhosphatePhenoxyethanolButylene GlycolIodopropynyl ButylcarbamateTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc Oxide | ANTIMICROBIAL, BULKING, COLORANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, LIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER · 限制 IV/144 VI/30 VI/30a | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Octinoxate | 防晒剂 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Purified Water | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Petrolatum | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT · 限制 II/904 (except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen) | 0 · 0 | Yellow |
| Isopropyl Palmitate | BINDING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cetearyl Glucoside | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Dimethicone | ANTIFOAMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyisobutene | BINDING, FILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Peg-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · – | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyether-1 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citric Acid | BUFFERING, CHELATING, FRAGRANCE | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Oleth-3 Phosphate | SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · – | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate | PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/56 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 · 0 | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Zinc Oxide
- Physical UV filter, 30% max in EU; oily at high levels, pair with oils for feel.
- Octinoxate
- Water-soluble UVB absorber for sunscreen; concentration limited by regulations, may irritate sensitive skin
- Purified Water
- Deionized or purified water serving as the formulation solvent base; requires protection from microbial contamination, typically constitutes the majority of the formula.
- Petrolatum
- Mineral oil occlusive and antistatic; requires full refining history to ensure absence of potential carcinogens.
- Isopropyl Palmitate
- Isopropyl palmitate for dry touch; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants, low viscosity
- Cetearyl Glucoside
- Gentle non-ionic sugar-based emulsifier for low-irritation formulas; often co-blended
- Dimethicone
- Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin
- Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- High-molecular-weight thickener and emulsion stabilizer; requires electrolytes or acid adjustment near isoelectric point for optimal performance.
- Polyisobutene
- Inert film former and occlusive; increases viscosity, slippery feel, used in lipsticks
- Peg-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether
- PEG-containing non-ionic surfactant for emulsification and cleansing; monitor PEG contamination and sensitive skin compatibility.
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Tocopheryl Acetate
- Vitamin E derivative antioxidant at 0.1–1%; more stable than tocopherol, store protected from light
- Polyether-1
- Not decoded yet
- Citric Acid
- Buffer and chelator at 0.1–2%; adjusts pH, may irritate sensitive skin at low pH
- Oleth-3 Phosphate
- Mild non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier; as an Oleth derivative, ensure residual propylene oxide levels meet regulatory limits.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
- Broad-spectrum preservative; mild irritation; caution for sensitized skin.
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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