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Note on this source. The FDA label used for this page covers a combination product listed as Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate. The information below therefore describes that product, not Ethylhexyl Salicylate on its own. Check the label of the specific product you have.

Quick facts

How it is given
topical
Type
human otc drug
Brand names
Advanced Day Ultimate Protect Sunscreen SPF 50

We do not publish dosing. How much of this medicine to take, how often, and for how long depends on your age, weight, kidney and liver function, other conditions and other medicines. That is a decision for the person who prescribes or dispenses it. Follow the directions on your own pack and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.

What it is for

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.

What it is used to treat

Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs.

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.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Active ingredient

Active Ingredients Purpose Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.8% Sunscreen Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.8% ...................... Sunscreen Homosalate 10%..................................... Sunscreen Octocrylene 9.5%...................................... Sunscreen

Other ingredients

Inactive ingredients Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, Glycerin, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Glycereth-26, Glyceryl Steareate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, Silica, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Polysilicone-11, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ectoin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Disodium EDTA, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Spirulina Maxima Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid, Carnosine, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Lecithin, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil, Limonene, Citronellol, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral

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This page is built from the openFDA record of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approved labelling for this product, effective 6 January 2025. Label text has been shortened and reformatted for readability; safety wording has not been altered in meaning. FDA labelling describes products approved in the United States — brand names, strengths, formulations and approved uses may differ in your country. Always read the leaflet that comes with your own pack. PocketsInfo is not affiliated with, and is not endorsed by, the FDA. Retrieved 2026-07-30.