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Arbonne Soft Focus Veil Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen titanium dioxide and zinc oxide 26 mg/mL; 72 mg/mL Lotion — NDC 42508-0881-06 package photo

Arbonne Soft Focus Veil Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen titanium dioxide and zinc oxide 26 mg/mL; 72 mg/mL Lotion

by Arbonne International, LLC · 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (42508-881-06) / 50 mL in 1 TUBE
NDC 42508-0881-06
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 42508-881-06 billing pads the product segment with a zero
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 42508-881-06
Product NDC 42508-881
11-digit billing NDC 42508088106
UNII 15FIX9V2JP, SOI2LOH54Z
Application # M020
SPL Set ID 3c9b605b-5a16-4f89-a956-8c4c62de72d3
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2023-04-01
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form LOTION
Substance TITANIUM DIOXIDE; ZINC OXIDE
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 42508-881-06 — a 5-3-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the product segment → 42508-0881-06. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerArbonne International, LLC
FDA applicationM020 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code42508
First marketedApr 2023
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio8 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

🧪 What is this product?

Arbonne Soft Focus Veil is a topical lotion sunscreen containing two mineral UV filters: titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. These ingredients function as physical (mineral) sunscreen agents that reflect and scatter ultraviolet rays away from the skin. This product is marketed as an over-the-counter monograph drug, meaning it follows FDA's established rules for sunscreen products rather than undergoing individual approval. It is typically used to help protect skin from the sun's rays.

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 9E8X80D2L0
    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.
  • UNII XF417D3PSL
    Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
  • UNII 4V59G5UW9X
    Argan oil is a plant-derived oil from argan tree kernels. It's used in medicines as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent to help soften and moisturize the product's texture.
  • UNII WL0328HX19
    A natural plant-based wax derived from candelilla shrub leaves. It acts as a coating agent, hardener, and texture modifier to control how quickly the medicine releases and to improve the tablet or capsule's appearance and stability.
  • UNII UPY805K99W
    A synthetic compound derived from caprylic acid that works as a preservative and antimicrobial agent to help prevent bacterial and fungal growth in the medicine.
  • UNII 00YIU5438U
    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.
  • UNII R12CBM0EIZ
    A natural wax derived from a Brazilian palm tree, used as a coating and polish on tablets and capsules. It creates a smooth, shiny finish that protects the medicine and improves appearance.
  • UNII J8T3X564IH
    A clear oily liquid derived from sebacic acid, used as a plasticizer and solvent in pharmaceutical coatings and films to improve flexibility and help active ingredients dissolve properly.
  • UNII 92RU3N3Y1O
    Dimethicone is a silicone-based oil that acts as an anti-foaming agent and lubricant in medicines. It reduces gas bubbles in liquid formulations and helps coat and protect the stomach lining when ingested.
  • UNII 2865993309
    Ethylhexyl palmitate is an oily chemical made from palm oil and alcohol. It acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical medicines, helping the product spread smoothly and keeping skin soft.
  • UNII 147D247K3P
    Ethylhexylglycerin is a synthetic preservative used to prevent bacteria and mold from growing in medicines and personal care products. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
  • UNII 1K09F3G675
    Ferric oxide red is an inorganic iron compound used as a colorant in medicines. It gives tablets, capsules, or other dosage forms a red or reddish tint for identification and appearance.
  • UNII EX438O2MRT
    Ferric oxide yellow is a naturally occurring iron compound used as a colorant in medications. It gives tablets, capsules, and other forms a yellow or golden hue for identification and appearance.
  • UNII XM0M87F357
    A dark iron oxide compound that gives medicines their black or dark color. It's used as a colorant in tablets and capsules to help identify the product and make it visually distinctive.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    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.
  • UNII ZF94AP8MEY
    Hydrogenated castor oil is a processed plant oil made by adding hydrogen to castor oil. It's used as a binder to help hold tablet ingredients together and as a lubricant to prevent sticking during manufacturing.
  • UNII 7F674YQ5SO
    A plant-derived wax made from hydrogenated jojoba oil. It serves as a lubricant and binder in tablets and capsules to improve how the medicine flows during manufacturing and to help hold ingredients together.
  • UNII S4V5BS6GCX
    A synthetic oily liquid used as an emollient and solvent in topical medications. It helps dissolve active ingredients and creates a smooth, spreadable texture on the skin.
  • UNII 0RE8K4LNJS
    Isopropyl myristate is an oily liquid made from coconut or palm oil. It's used in medicines as an emollient and penetration enhancer to help the medicine absorb through skin or improve spreadability in topical products.
  • UNII 949E3KBJ1I
    Isopropyl titanium triisostearate is a titanium-based compound used in medicines as a glidant and anticaking agent. It helps powders and granules flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevents clumping in the finished product.
  • UNII X33R8U0062
    Isostearic acid is a fatty acid derived from vegetable oils. It acts as an emulsifier and lubricant in medicines, helping blend ingredients together and reducing friction during tablet or capsule manufacturing.
  • UNII 834K0WOS5G
    A natural fat extracted from sunflower seeds. It acts as an emulsifier and lubricant in medicines, helping mix ingredients that don't normally blend together and allowing the product to flow smoothly during manufacturing.
  • UNII 24WE03BX2T
    Levomenol is a naturally derived alcohol compound used as a skin-conditioning and anti-inflammatory agent in topical formulations. It helps soothe and protect the skin while improving product texture and absorption.
  • UNII C9H2L21V7U
    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.
  • UNII 9229XJ4V12
    A synthetic emulsifier made from glycerin and fatty acids. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients in formulations, keeping them mixed and preventing separation.
  • UNII MZQ63P0N0W
    A plant-derived emulsifier made from glycerin and castor oil. It helps mix oil and water ingredients together in formulations like creams and lotions, keeping them blended.
  • UNII 687U3PEB2Y
    A complex emulsifier made from glycerin and fatty acids. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together and improves the texture and stability of creams, lotions, and other formulated products.
  • UNII 8KQ7I65XZE
    A waxy compound derived from stearic acid, used as a thickener and emulsifier to help blend oil and water-based ingredients. It improves the texture and stability of the medicine formulation.
  • UNII 1VPU26JZZ4
    Potassium sorbate is a salt derived from sorbic acid, a naturally occurring preservative. It prevents growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria, extending the medicine's shelf life.
  • UNII 5965N8W85T
    Propanediol is a clear liquid organic compound derived from vegetable sources or synthesized chemically. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a solvent to dissolve active ingredients, and a preservative booster in liquid medications and supplements.
  • UNII 8D08K3S51E
    Propylene carbonate is a clear liquid solvent derived from propylene. It helps dissolve or suspend active ingredients in liquid medicines and can improve how well the product flows and mixes.
  • UNII K49155WL9Y
    Shea butter is a fat extracted from shea tree nuts. It's used in medicines as an emollient and lubricant to soften the product, improve texture, and help ingredients blend smoothly together.
  • UNII ETJ7Z6XBU4
    Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder ingredients flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
  • UNII OJ245FE5EU
    Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
  • UNII 451W47IQ8X
    Sodium chloride is common table salt. It's used in medicines as a buffer to maintain proper pH, as a filler to add bulk, or to adjust the osmotic balance in liquid formulations.
  • UNII OLX698AH5P
    A clay mineral processed with a quaternary ammonium compound. It acts as a glidant and anti-caking agent to improve powder flow and prevent clumping in tablets and capsules.
  • UNII 3W1JG795YI
    Sunflower oil is a natural vegetable oil derived from sunflower seeds. It serves as a solvent, lubricant, and carrier in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and improve how the medication flows and absorbs in the body.
  • UNII R0ZB2556P8
    Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E derived from plant oils. It acts as an antioxidant in medicines to prevent oils and fats from breaking down and spoiling during storage.
  • UNII A3LZF0L939
    Tridecane is a clear, colorless liquid hydrocarbon derived from petroleum. It acts as a solvent and lubricant in medicines, helping distribute active ingredients evenly and reducing friction during manufacturing and tablet compression.
  • UNII JV0QT00NUE
    Undecane is a clear liquid hydrocarbon derived from petroleum. It functions as a solvent and processing aid in medicines, helping dissolve or suspend active ingredients and improve how the drug is manufactured and delivered.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    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.
  • UNII TTV12P4NEE
    Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.

42 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also stateswater, polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, diisopropyl sebacate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, isononyl isononanoate, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, ethylhexyl palmitate, undecane, glycerin, carpobrotus edulis extract, propanediol, argania spinosa kernel oil, silica, tocopheryl acetate, dimethicone, sodium chloride, tridecane, jojoba esters, isostearic acid, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, hydrogenated castor oil, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, isopropyl myristate, lecithin, caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, kappaphycus alvarezii extract, bisabolol, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, polyhydroxystearic acid, stearalkonium hectorite, isopropyl titanium triisostearate, xanthan gum, tocopherol, citric acid, propylene carbonate, caprylyl glycol, caprylhydroxamic acid, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer gPer package
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.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
ℹ️
No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Arbonne Soft Focus Veil Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 26 mg/mL; 72 mg/mLthis 42508-0881-06 Arbonne 1 tube — — FDA listed —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

🏛️
2023
On the market since
Apr 2023
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
3 years listed
🔒
·
No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Arbonne Soft Focus Veil Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Acute Myeloid Leukaemia1
Exposure To Toxic Agent1
Product Contamination Chemical1

Age at onset

Adolescent1

Reporter sex

1 reports
Female · 100%
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2023 2024 2025 2026 1 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
42508-0881-06 You're viewing this 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (42508-881-06) / 50 mL in 1 TUBE 2023-04-01 Active

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Drug". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 42508-881-06, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 42508-0881-06, written without dashes as 42508088106. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 42508-0881-06, the first segment (42508) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Arbonne International, LLC; the middle segment (0881) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (06) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Arbonne International, LLC. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Arbonne International, LLC is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 30 words ▾

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 93 words ▾

Directions For sunscreen use: apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure reapply at least every 2 hours use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor 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

⚠️ Warnings 54 words ▾

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 swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

📦 Storage and Handling 14 words ▾

Other information protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun

🧪 Active Ingredient 8 words ▾

Active ingredient Titanium dioxide 2.6% Zinc oxide 7.2%

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 100 words ▾

Inactive ingredients water, polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, diisopropyl sebacate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, isononyl isononanoate, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, ethylhexyl palmitate, undecane, glycerin, carpobrotus edulis extract, propanediol, argania spinosa kernel oil, silica, tocopheryl acetate, dimethicone, sodium chloride, tridecane, jojoba esters, isostearic acid, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, hydrogenated castor oil, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, isopropyl myristate, lecithin, caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, kappaphycus alvarezii extract, bisabolol, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, polyhydroxystearic acid, stearalkonium hectorite, isopropyl titanium triisostearate, xanthan gum, tocopherol, citric acid, propylene carbonate, caprylyl glycol, caprylhydroxamic acid, ethylhexylglycerin, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate, iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Sunscreen

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 42508-0827-23 · Arbonne 42508-0904-17 · Arbonne →
For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.