Cardon

Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octyl Salicylate · Lotion · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active ingredients Avobenzone 2.5% Homosalate 7.0% Octyl salicylate 4.3%

Purpose

Purpose Sunscreen

Uses

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

Warnings

Warnings For external use only

Do not use

Do not use on damaged or broken skin

When using this product

When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove.

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs.

Keep out of reach of children

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

Directions

Directions For Sunscreen Use: apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure reapply at least every 2 hours use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating 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 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-sleeve shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses Children under 6 months; Ask a doctor

Other information

Other information protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun Other information protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients water, propanediol, butyloctyl salicylate, ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, polymethyl methacrylate, butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, styrene/acrylates copolymer, phenoxyethanol, fragrance, glycerin, pentylene glycol, saccharide hydrolysate, sodium acrylate/sodiumacryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, carbomer, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, behenyl alcohol, ethylhexyglycerin, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodiumacryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, tromethamine, xanthan gum, isohexadecane, curcuma longa (turmeric) root extract, portulaca oleracea extract, centella asiatica extract, houttuynia cordata extract, salvia hispanica seed extract, opuntia ficus-indica stem extract, t-butyl alcohol, disodium edta, oxygen

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Cardon, Inc (revised Dec 26, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Cardon NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
72475-001Homosalate 7 g/100mL; Octisalate 4.3 g/100mL; Avobenzone 2.5 g/100mL
Lotion
Cardon, IncOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Cardon used 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

Who makes Cardon?

Cardon is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Cardon, Inc.