ESTEE LAUDER MULTI-DEFENSE AQUA UV gel BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50 AVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE 30 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 45 mg/mL; 28 mg/mL; 30 mg/mL Lotion
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This is an over-the-counter sunscreen lotion applied to the skin to help protect against ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. It contains five active ingredients that function as UV filters: avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and oxybenzone. These chemical sunscreen agents are commonly used together in broad-spectrum formulas to absorb and block both UVA and UVB rays. The product is formulated as a gel lotion with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 50.
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🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
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A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and preservative in medications. It helps prevent the active ingredients from degrading when exposed to oxygen or light.
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A clear, colorless liquid that acts as a humectant and solvent in medicines. It helps keep products moist, dissolves active ingredients, and can improve texture and stability in liquid formulations.
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A naturally occurring bacterium used as a processing aid in some pharmaceutical manufacturing. It helps break down or modify raw materials during drug production but is not present in the final medicine.
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A liquid solvent derived from fermentation or chemical synthesis. In medicines, alcohol dissolves active ingredients, helps preserve the product, and improves how the body absorbs certain drugs.
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A synthetic polymer made from acrylic compounds and vinylpyrrolidone. It works as a film-former and thickener in topical products, helping create a smooth texture and improve how the medication spreads on skin.
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A synthetic polymer derived from behenyl alcohol and methacrylate. It functions as a film-former and binder in tablets and capsules, helping create a protective coating or hold ingredients together in solid dosage forms.
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Betadex is a modified sugar molecule derived from starch. It acts as a solubilizer and stabilizer in medicines, helping dissolve poorly soluble drugs and keep them stable during storage.
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A synthetic polymer made from acrylic compounds that forms a flexible coating. It's used to coat tablets and capsules to control where and how the medicine dissolves in the digestive system, or to protect the ingredient from moisture and stomach acid.
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BHT is a synthetic antioxidant that prevents fats and oils in medicines from breaking down and becoming rancid. It helps keep the product stable and effective during storage.
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Caffeine is a natural stimulant compound commonly extracted from coffee beans and tea leaves. In medicines, it serves as an active booster in pain relievers and cold products to enhance alertness and improve the effectiveness of other ingredients.
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Caprylyl glycol is a clear liquid derived from coconut oil. In medicines, it acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a preservative booster to prevent microbial growth, and a solvent to help dissolve or mix other ingredients.
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A synthetic polymer that absorbs water and forms a thick, gel-like substance. In medicines, it works as a thickener and stabilizer to improve texture and help ingredients stay mixed together in creams, gels, and lotions.
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A synthetic polymer made by crosslinking acrylic acid with allyl sucrose. It thickens liquids, forms gels, and helps control how fast the medicine is released in your body.
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A natural plant extract from chamomile flowers. It's used as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient in medicines to improve taste or aroma.
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Cholesterol is a fatty substance found naturally in animal tissues. In medications, it's used as an ingredient in liposomal formulations and lipid-based drug delivery systems to help encapsulate and stabilize active drugs for better absorption.
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A plant-derived thickening agent made from xanthan gum that has been chemically modified. It helps give the medicine the right texture and consistency, and may act as a binder or stabilizer in tablets and liquids.
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A synthetic compound made by chemically combining corn dextrin (a starch derivative) with palmitic acid. It acts as a binder and flow agent, helping hold tablet ingredients together and improve powder handling during manufacturing.
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Dipropylene glycol is a clear liquid made from propylene glycol. It acts as a solvent and humectant in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and retain moisture in the formulation.
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Edetate disodium anhydrous is a chemical compound that binds to metal ions in a medicine. It's used as a stabilizer to prevent unwanted chemical reactions and help keep the drug product effective during storage.
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Ergothioneine is a naturally occurring compound found in mushrooms and some bacteria. It's used in medicines as an antioxidant to help protect the product from degradation during storage.
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A manganese-based compound that acts as an antioxidant in medications. It helps prevent ingredient breakdown and degradation during storage, keeping the medicine stable and effective over time.
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Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
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A waxy substance made from glycerin and stearic acid that acts as an emulsifier to blend oily and watery ingredients together. It also helps thicken and stabilize the medicine's texture.
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A plant extract from green tea leaves. It's used as an antioxidant ingredient to help preserve the medicine and maintain its stability during storage.
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Hexylene glycol is a clear liquid alcohol used as a solvent and preservative in medicines. It helps dissolve other ingredients and keeps the product stable during storage.
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A natural extract from barley plant roots, used as a flavoring agent or botanical ingredient to add taste or plant-based properties to the medicine.
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Hyaluronate sodium is a natural carbohydrate that holds moisture. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, thickener, and moisture-retaining agent to improve texture and delivery of the active ingredient.
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A brown seaweed extract used as a thickener and stabilizer in liquid formulations. It helps maintain consistent texture and prevents separation of ingredients in medicines.
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Lilium lancifolium bulb is a plant-derived ingredient from the lily plant. It's used in formulations as a natural filler and to help bind ingredients together in solid dosage forms.
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A fat derived from coconut or palm oil containing shorter fatty acid chains. It serves as a solvent and carrier to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients, improving absorption and stability in liquid formulations.
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A plant extract from the prickly pear cactus fruit, used as a natural binder and thickening agent to help hold tablet ingredients together and improve the medicine's texture and consistency.
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A synthetic compound made from plant-derived sorbitol and polyethylene glycol. It acts as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help mix oil and water-based ingredients and improve how the medicine dissolves or is absorbed.
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Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative and antimicrobial agent used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and cosmetic products, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
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A synthetic silicone polymer used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It reduces friction between particles, helping powders and tablets flow smoothly during manufacturing and use.
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A synthetic polymer made from propylene glycol and fatty alcohol. Used as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together in the formulation.
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A plant extract from Japanese knotweed root used as a natural ingredient. It functions as an antioxidant and preservative to help maintain product stability and shelf life.
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A type of brown seaweed used as a natural thickener and stabilizer. It helps give the medicine a smooth, consistent texture and prevents separation of ingredients.
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A strong alkaline chemical used to adjust and maintain the pH balance of liquid medicines. It helps keep the medicine stable and ensures it stays effective during storage.
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A waxy emulsifier derived from sorbitol, a natural sugar alcohol. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together and improves the texture and stability of the medicine.
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Squalane is a lightweight oil derived from plant sources or synthesized. It acts as an emollient and lubricant in formulations, helping ingredients blend smoothly and improving product texture and spreadability.
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A natural sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. It's used as a sweetener, filler, and binder to improve taste, add bulk, and help hold tablet or capsule ingredients together.
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A synthetic, oil-soluble form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant to prevent degradation of the medicine and maintain its stability during storage.
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A liquid extract from heat-loving bacteria that helps support the immune system's natural defenses. It acts as an active ingredient enhancer in topical formulations, helping the product work more effectively on skin.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
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Wheat germ is the nutrient-rich central part of the wheat kernel. It's used in medications as a natural filler and source of vitamins and oils that can help bind and preserve the product.
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| ESTEE LAUDER MULTI-DEFENSE AQUA UV gel BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50 30 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 45 mg/mL; 28 mg/mL; 30 mg/mLthis 11559-0060-01 | ESTEE | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 11559-0060-01 You're viewing this | 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (11559-060-01) / 30 mL in 1 TUBE | 2020-05-08 | Active |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ) decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions For sunscreen use: apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure reapply at least every two hours use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients Purpose Avobenzone 3.0% Sunscreen Homosalate 5.0% Sunscreen Octisalate 4.5% Sunscreen Octocrylene 2.8% Sunscreen Oxybenzone 3.0% Sunscreen
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients water\aqua\eau • alcohol denat. • butylene glycol • tocopheryl acetate • sodium hyaluronate • camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract • anthemis nobilis (chamomile) flower extract • algae extract • triticum vulgare (wheat) germ extract • laminaria ochroleuca extract • polygonum cuspidatum root extract • squalane • hordeum vulgare (barley) extract\extrait d'orge • lilium tigrinum extract • opuntia tuna extract • caffeine • acrylates copolymer • caprylic/capric triglyceride • caprylyl glycol • cholesterol • ergothioneine • glycerin • sucrose • alcaligenes polysaccharides • thermus thermophillus ferment • sorbitan sesquiisostearate • tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate • hexylene glycol • acrylates/ beheneth-25 methacrylate copolymer • sodium hydroxide • dehydroxanthan gum • dipropylene glycol • carbomer • ppg-8-ceteth-20 • dextrin palmitate • cyclodextrin • acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer • sorbeth-30 tetraisostearate • glyceryl stearate • polymethylsilsesquioxane • ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer • bht • ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol manganese chloride • disodium edta • phenoxyethanol <iln47518>
🎯 Purpose ▾
Active ingredients Purpose Avobenzone 3.0% Sunscreen Homosalate 5.0% Sunscreen Octisalate 4.5% Sunscreen Octocrylene 2.8% Sunscreen Oxybenzone 3.0% Sunscreen