Octisalate
Active ingredient
Sold as FIT · Leg Body Makeup · DEW SCREEN · WHIP REGENERIST · Sunscreen SPF 50
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 73
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 22
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Octisalate is an active ingredient used in sun protection products [1]. It is approved to help prevent sunburn [1]. When used as directed with other sun protection measures, it can decrease the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun [1].
This ingredient is available under various brand names, including UV Daily Hydration Tinted, Leg Body Makeup, and 1000 Roses Daily Shade Facial SPF 18 [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 22 adverse event reports associated with products containing Octisalate [2]. The most frequent reactions reported include application site pain, drug ineffectiveness, expired product administration, deliberate poisoning, and product physical consistency issues [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 54 | May 18, 2026 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 19 | February 3, 2026 |
USUnited States· FDA
54 products
Uses
Uses Helps prevent sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures ( ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun. see Directions
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
19 products
19 products on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [2].
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 0018573d-922b-46… · revised August 6, 2024 [PDF]
- [2]Health Canada (DPD) · 02316498 · revised March 22, 2025
- [3]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
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