Best Skin Days BS SPF 30 Zinc Oxide 21 g/100g Cream
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Best Skin Days BS SPF 30 is a topical cream containing zinc oxide, an over-the-counter sunscreen active ingredient. Zinc oxide is commonly used in sun protection products to help block ultraviolet rays from reaching the skin. This product is marketed as an OTC monograph drug, meaning it is made according to FDA's established rules for sunscreen products rather than as an individually approved application. The cream is intended for application to the skin to provide sun protection.
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A liquid alcohol derived from petroleum or plant sources. It acts as a solvent and humectant in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and retain moisture in the formulation.
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Alumina is a white powder form of aluminum oxide. It's used as a filler to add bulk to tablets and capsules, and sometimes as a thickening or anti-caking agent in powdered formulations.
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A natural fruit ingredient derived from apples, used as a flavoring agent and sweetener to improve taste and palatability of the medicine.
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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.
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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 waxy solid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier to blend oil and water components, and also thickens the medicine to give it the right texture and consistency.
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A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
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A plant-derived cleaning agent made from coconut oil and glucose. It works as a surfactant and emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together in the formulation.
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A synthetic fatty acid ester derived from coconut oil, used as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help mix oil and water-based ingredients and improve how the body absorbs certain drugs.
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A liquid mixture derived from coconut oil, coconut alkanes serve as a solvent and lubricant in medicines. They help dissolve active ingredients and reduce friction during manufacturing and tablet compression.
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Coconut water is a natural liquid from inside coconut fruits. It's used in medicines as a vehicle or solvent to help dissolve and deliver active ingredients, and sometimes as a flavor or sweetening agent.
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A silky liquid derived from caprylic acid that acts as an emollient and solvent in formulations. It helps dissolve active ingredients and improves the spreadability and feel of lotions, creams, and topical products.
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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.
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A plant-derived ingredient from the endosperm tissue of Endospermum moluccanum seeds. It functions as a binder or filler to help hold tablet ingredients together and add bulk to the formulation.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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 plant-derived oil from jojoba seeds that has been broken down into smaller components. It acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent to help soften and smooth the product's texture.
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A synthetic polymer, this ingredient acts as a thickener and suspending agent in liquid formulations. It helps maintain uniform consistency and keeps particles evenly distributed throughout the medicine.
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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.
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Jojoba oil is a natural liquid wax extracted from jojoba plant seeds. It's used in medicines as an emollient and lubricant to soften and smooth the product, and sometimes as a carrier or penetration enhancer.
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A natural fatty substance from soybeans that helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together. It acts as an emulsifier and lubricant in medicines to improve texture and help the product break down properly in your body.
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Magnesium oxide is a mineral compound that acts as a buffer and filler in medications. It helps neutralize stomach acid and adds bulk to the tablet or capsule formulation.
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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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Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that's ground into fine powder. It's used in medicines as a colorant and anti-caking agent to improve appearance and prevent clumping in tablets or powders.
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A plant-based oil extracted from moringa tree seeds. It's used in medicines as an emollient to soften and smooth the product, and sometimes as a natural carrier or conditioning agent in formulations.
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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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Sodium phytate is a plant-derived salt used in medications as a chelating agent and preservative. It helps stabilize formulations and may improve how the body absorbs certain minerals in the medicine.
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A plant-derived oil compound used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It helps soften the product texture and improve how the medicine spreads on or absorbs into the skin.
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A plant-derived emulsifier made from glycerin and lauric acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together in the medicine and improves product texture and stability.
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A plant-derived emulsifier made from glycerin and ricinoleic acid (from castor oil). It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together in formulations and improves product texture and stability.
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A synthetic fatty acid used as a thickener and stabilizer in medicines. It helps create the right texture and prevents separation of ingredients in liquid or semi-solid formulations.
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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.
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Rice bran is a natural powder made from the outer layer of rice grains. It's used in medicines as a filler and flow agent to add bulk and help the product mix and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
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A plant extract from damask rose flowers used as a natural fragrance, flavoring agent, or coloring component in medicines. It adds pleasant aroma or taste to the product.
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Rosa damascena flower oil is a fragrant plant oil extracted from damask rose petals. It's used in medicines as a flavoring and aromatic agent to improve taste and scent.
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A natural fat extracted from shea tree nuts, used as an emollient and lubricant in formulations to improve texture, aid ingredient mixing, and help the medicine spread or absorb smoothly.
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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.
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Sodium stearoyl lactylate is a synthetic compound made from stearic acid and lactic acid. It works as an emulsifier to help keep oils and water mixed together, and as a dough conditioner in solid dosage forms.
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Sorbitan isostearate is an emulsifier derived from sorbitol and isostearic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them blended throughout the medicine's shelf life.
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A waxy substance made from sorbitol and stearic acid. It acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer, helping keep oil and water mixed together and preventing separation in the medicine.
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Soybean oil is a natural plant oil derived from soybean seeds. It's used in medicines as a solvent and carrier to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients and improve how the body absorbs them.
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A powdery carbohydrate extracted from tapioca plant roots. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together and as a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your digestive system.
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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.
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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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Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.
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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.
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A silicone-based compound that acts as a glidant and flow agent in solid medications. It reduces friction between powder particles, helping the medicine flow smoothly during manufacturing and tablet compression.
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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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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.
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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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. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Best Skin Days BS SPF 30 21 g/100gthis 62742-4243-02 | Allure | 1 jar | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Chem Free SPF 30 21 g/100g 59958-0404-01 | Owen | 50 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Elaine Sterling Hydrating Sunscreen 21 g/100g 87702-0409-01 | Elaine | 50 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| YOUARE SUNSHINE Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen 21 g/100g 35192-0100-00 | CA-Botana | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Dimples Bath Co - Sunstick New Kid On The Block 21 g/100g 84568-0550-01 | Dimples | 1 applicator | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Skinfuse Shield SPF 30 21 g/100g 59958-0240-02 | Owen | 60 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Lipid Shield SPF 30 21 g/100g 62742-4273-02 | Allure | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen BS SPF30 21 g/100g 62742-4260-02 | Allure | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Broad Spectrum SPF30 Mineral Sunscreen 21 g/100g 62742-4209-01 | Allure | 50 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Lather- Daily Defense Mineral Spf 50 21 g/100g 77394-0202-01 | Lather, | 17 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 62742-4243-02 You're viewing this | 1 JAR in 1 CARTON (62742-4243-2) / 35 g in 1 JAR (62742-4243-1) | 2023-12-26 | Active |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses: Helps prevent sunburn. If you 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 ▾
Direction: Apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure. reapply at least every 2 hours. Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating: immediately after towel drying. At least every 2 hours. 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 ▾
Warning: For external use only
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide - 21%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients: Water /Aqua/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coconut Alkanes, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Glyceryl Stearate, Mica, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Coco-Glucoside, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Ethylhexylglycerin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Sorbitan Stearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Liquid, Endosperm, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Nut Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Phytosterols, Sorbitan Isostearate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benozate, Alumina, Magnesium Oxide, Tapioca Starch, Citric Acid, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491,CI77492,CI77499)
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose: Sunscreen