Boscia Self-Defense Vital Antioxidant Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 AVOBENZONE, OCTINOXATE 30 mg/mL; 75 mg/mL Cream
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This is a topical cream sunscreen marketed as an over-the-counter monograph product. It contains avobenzone and octinoxate, which are ultraviolet (UV) light absorbers commonly used in sunscreens to help protect skin from sun exposure. The product is formulated with a broad-spectrum SPF 30 rating and additional moisturizing and antioxidant ingredients intended for facial use. OTC monograph sunscreens like this one are regulated under FDA guidelines for their category rather than through individual product approval.
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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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Althaea officinalis leaf is a plant extract from the marshmallow plant. It is used in medicines as a demulcent, helping to soothe and coat mucous membranes, and may serve as a binder or thickening agent.
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Butylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or plants that acts as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster in medicines. It helps keep formulations stable, dissolve active ingredients, and maintain moisture in topical products.
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A synthetic compound used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in topical formulations. It helps dissolve active ingredients and allows them to penetrate the skin more effectively.
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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 silicone-based ingredient that acts as a lubricant and glidant. It helps the tablet or capsule move smoothly through manufacturing equipment and improves powder flow during production.
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A vegetable-derived ingredient used primarily as a natural colorant and flavoring agent in medicines. It provides orange-yellow color and mild taste to tablets, capsules, or liquids.
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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 silicone-based liquid that helps distribute active ingredients evenly throughout topical products. It acts as a solvent and emollient, allowing medicines to spread smoothly on skin while improving texture and absorption.
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A synthetic liquid preservative and humectant derived from petroleum. It helps prevent microbial growth and keeps the product moist, commonly used in topical medications and cosmetic formulations.
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A synthetic organic compound used as a UV filter and stabilizer in medications. It helps protect the drug from light degradation and may improve shelf life in formulations exposed to sunlight.
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Diglycerin is a humectant and solvent derived from glycerin. It helps retain moisture in the formulation and improves texture and stability in liquid or semi-solid medicines.
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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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Docosanol is a waxy, fatty alcohol derived from plant sources. It acts as an emollient and thickener in topical medicines, helping to soften the skin and improve product texture and stability.
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A plant extract from narrow-leaved willowherb leaves. It's used in formulations as a natural ingredient to support texture, consistency, or sensory appeal of the product.
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A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and polyethylene glycol. It acts as an emulsifier and solubilizer to help mix water and oil-based ingredients and keep them blended throughout the product's shelf life.
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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 synthetic oily compound used as an emollient and solvent in topical medicines. It helps soften the skin, improve product spreadability, and dissolve active ingredients for better absorption through the skin.
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A plant extract from jasmine flowers used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in medicines. It adds pleasant scent and taste to make the medication more appealing to take.
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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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Kaolin is a naturally occurring clay mineral. It's used in tablets and capsules as a filler and absorbent to add bulk, improve texture, and help bind ingredients together.
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A plant extract from maritime pine bark, used as a natural coloring agent and antioxidant in medicines to maintain product stability and appearance.
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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 natural oil extracted from olives. It acts as an emollient and lubricant in formulations, helping to soften ingredients and improve how the medicine spreads or flows.
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Pentylene glycol is a humectant and preservative helper derived from petroleum or plant sources. It draws moisture into the product and helps prevent bacterial growth, keeping medicines stable during storage.
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Polysorbate 80 is a synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together in medications and improves how the product disperses in the body.
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Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkaline chemical used in medicines to adjust and maintain the pH level of liquid formulations, helping keep the product stable and the active ingredients effective.
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Rice bran oil is a natural oil extracted from rice grain. It's used in medicines as an emollient and solvent to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients and improve how the medicine feels when applied or taken.
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A natural plant extract from rosemary leaves used as a preservative to help prevent oils and fats in the medicine from spoiling or becoming rancid during storage.
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A plant oil extracted from jojoba seeds. It acts as an emollient and conditioning agent in topical formulations, helping soften skin and improve product texture and spreadability.
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Stearic acid is a fatty acid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as a binder and lubricant in tablets and capsules, helping them hold together and flow smoothly during manufacturing.
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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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A chelating agent derived from sodium and organic compounds. It binds to metal ions in the formulation to improve stability and prevent unwanted chemical reactions that could degrade the medicine.
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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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| 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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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Boscia Self-Defense Vital Antioxidant Moisture Broad Spectrum SPF 30 30 mg/mL; 75 mg/mLthis 76151-0251-01 | Boscia | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 76151-0251-01 You're viewing this | 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON (76151-251-01) / 40 mL in 1 TUBE | 2017-12-19 | Active |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun. Directions
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating Reapply at least every 2 hours Optional: apply to all skin exposed to the sun 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 broadspectrum SPF of 15 or higher and another sun protection measures including: Sun Protection Measures. Limit time in the usn, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.
Children under 6 months: 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.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients Avobenzone 3% Octinoxate 7.5%
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Kaolin, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Caprylyl Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/18 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Glycereth-26, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Leaf/Stem Extract, Althaea Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract, Algae Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Decylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Polysorbate 80, Diglycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Cyclopentasiloxane, Behenyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Dimethiconol, Citric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Sunscreen