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Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15
avobenzone, octocrylene · Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15 is an over-the-counter drug containing avobenzone, octocrylene, made by Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc.
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Not classified
- Route
- Topical
- Manufacturers
- 1
Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs
Drug facts
- Generic name
- avobenzone, octocrylene
- Active ingredients
- Avobenzone, Octocrylene
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Label holder
- Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc
- FDA application
- M020
- Label updated
- 10/12/2026
Active ingredients
(w/w): Purpose Avobenzone 1.9% Sunscreen Octocrylene 9.4% Sunscreen
Purpose
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.
Uses
Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs
Directions
For sunscreen use: apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating reapply at least every 2 hours children under 6 months: 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
For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin
Keep out of reach of children
When using this product, keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive (non-medicinal) ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Bark/leaf/twig Extract, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline, octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Phenyl Trimethicone, PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Propylene Glycol, Myristyl Lactate, Sorbitan Stearate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate, Bisabolol, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Elastin, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycerin, PEG-8, Sorbitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Myristyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Calluna Vulgaris Flower Extract, Collagen Amino Acids, PEG-7M, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phospholipids, Silica, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Lectithin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Disodium EDTA, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, PVP, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Chlorphenesin, Hyaluronic Acid, Polyquaternium-24, Ilex Aquifolium (Holly) Leaf Extract, Sodium Oleanolate, Sodium Ursolate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12.
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cream | 1.9 g/100g / 9.4 g/100g | topical | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Merle Norman Cosmetics, IncShown hereM020 · Label 10/12/2026 · NDC 57627-186Full label
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
- Class IIDrugOngoing09/09/2026THE ONE SPF 50 INVISIBLE SUNSCREEN GEL, (Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 7%, Octocrylene 10%, Octisalate 5%)...Allies Group Inc. · 4 products · Subpotent Product: Firm Testing indicated the affected product may...
- Class IIDrugOngoing06/05/2024ALOE GATOR, (Octocrylene 8%, Octyl Methoxycinnamate 6%, Benzophone 3 6%, Octyl Salicylate 5%), Original...ARG Laboratories, Inc. · 2 products · Out of Specification for active ingredient
- Class IDrug09/21/2022Banana Boat hair & scalp defense, Clear Sunscreen Spray SPF 30, Avobenzone 2.0%, Homosalate 6.0%...Edgewell Personal Care Brands, LLC · Chemical contamination: presence of benzene
- Class IDrug10/27/2021Coppertone SPORT Sunscreen Spray 50, (To Deliver) Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%...Beiersdorf Inc · Chemical contamination; presence of benzene
- Class IDrugOngoing10/06/2021Aveeno Protect + Refresh sunscreen weightless spray with oat SPF 60, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%)...Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc. · 20 products · cGMP Deviations
Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15: common questions
- What is Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15 used for?
- Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs
- Is Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15 a prescription drug?
- No. Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15 is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include 2000dl-Cl30t, 2000dl-Cl30v, 2000dl-Cl30v, CAO Cosmetic Lip Sunscreen SPF 30.
- Who makes Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15?
- Merle Norman Cosmetics, Inc lists Preventage Firming Defense Creme Normal/ Oily Broad Spectrum SPF 15 with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 10/12/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice