Is SPF moisturizer HSA eligible?

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Children's sunscreen, suntan lotion with SPF, and more are eligible for reimbursement with your HSA and medical FSA.

What SPF qualifies for HSA?

The AAD also recommends you use lip balm with 30 SPF or greater, and with broad-spectrum protection. To be an HSA-eligible expense without a doctor's note, the lip balm you buy must have a minimum 15 SPF and include broad-spectrum protection.

Is SPF moisturizer FSA eligible?

Is sunscreen FSA eligible? Yes. The FDA oversees sunscreen products in the U.S. Typically, any FDA-approved drugs that meet the IRS guidelines for a qualified medical expense would make them FSA-eligible expenses. Sunscreens with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher meet this requirement.

Is SPF Foundation HSA eligible?

Makeup is a cosmetic product, and therefore it is not eligible for reimbursement with a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), limited-purpose flexible spending account (LPFSA) or a dependent care flexible spending account (DCFSA).

Can I buy face moisturizer with HSA?

Moisturizer is an Over-the-Counter (OTC) product, but is not eligible for reimbursement with any consumer-directed healthcare account. Moisturizer on its own does not treat, alleviate or prevent a medical condition or disease, and is usually considered cosmetic in purpose, and therefore is not eligible.

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Is lip balm with SPF HSA-eligible?

Lip balm with an SPF of 15 or greater is an eligible over-the-counter (OTC) product with a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA) or a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA).

Is skin cream HSA-eligible?

Sunscreen and acne skincare products

You can use your HSA or FSA to put your best face forward. Because acne is considered a medical problem and not a cosmetic problem, you can purchase acne cleansers, gel and creams, even at-home light therapy kits with your benefits debit card.

Is shampoo HSA-eligible?

In certain cases, shampoos may contain active medical ingredients prescribed by doctors in which case that shampoo would be eligible for reimbursement.

Are tampons HSA-eligible?

With the passage of the CARES Act in March 2020, tampons and other menstrual care products are now fully FSA-/HSA-eligible. According to the text of the bill, menstrual care products include, “tampon, pad, liner, cup, sponge, or similar product used by individuals with respect to menstruation…”

Is Apple Watch HSA eligible?

Unfortunately the answer to this question is usually no. This is because according to the IRS, fitness trackers are used to promote what the IRS terms “general health”. Expenses under this general health definition are not considered HSA eligible expenses.

Is deodorant on HSA?

Preventative care that is not doctor prescribed is not always HSA eligible. Some examples of common healthcare expenses that fall into this category are: Vitamins, nutritional, and herbal supplements for general health. Personal hygiene items such as toothpaste and deodorant.

What products are HSA eligible?

Common Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medicines
  • Acid controllers.
  • Acne medicine.
  • Aids for indigestion.
  • Allergy and sinus medicine.
  • Anti-diarrheal medicine.
  • Baby rash ointment.
  • Cold and flu medicine.
  • Eye drops*

Are vitamins HSA eligible?

With this IRS definition in mind, while daily multivitamins are not FSA/HSA eligible, there are some types of vitamins that are eligible with consumer-directed healthcare accounts and others that may be eligible with proper documentation from a physician.

Can you use HSA at Sephora?

No, Sephora does not accept FSA or HSA cards in-store or online at Sephora.com. However, if you happened to buy FSA eligible sunscreen from Sephora, save your receipt and reimburse yourself!

Is retinol cream HSA eligible?

If to treat acne, it is eligible. However, the cost of regular skin care does not qualify. If the expense can be used for both cosmetic and medical (such as Retin-A, which can be used to treat both acne and wrinkles), a physician's recommendation* with the medical condition is required.

Can I use my HSA for gym membership?

Physical therapy is an approved medical expense. Can I use my HSA for a gym membership? Typically no. Unless you have a letter from your doctor stating that the membership is necessary to treat an injury or underlying health condition, such as obesity, a gym membership isn't a qualifying medical expense.

Is toothbrush HSA-eligible?

Toothbrushes are not eligible for reimbursement with flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), health reimbursement accounts (HRA), dependent care flexible spending accounts and limited-purpose flexible spending accounts (LPFSA) because they are general health products.

Can HSA be used for hair plugs?

Hair removal and transplants are cosmetic medical procedures and are therefore ineligible for reimbursement with a consumer-directed healthcare account. In very limited circumstances, transplants for hair loss considered a deformity due to a medical condition could be eligilble with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN).

Is makeup with SPF FSA eligible?

If a makeup item has SPF15 (or more) in it, it's covered by your FSA. This includes face makeup like tinted sunscreens, SPF lip care, and moisturizers. Don't wear makeup? Skincare treatments like light therapy for acne, antioxidant serums with SPF.

Is face lotion FSA eligible?

That means you can use FSA dollars on qualifying lotions, cleansers, spot treatments and other products, and most of the time, you don't need to see a doctor or get a prescription before buying.

Is Aloe lotion HSA eligible?

Aloe Vera creams and ointments reimbursement may be eligible for reimbursement with a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), or a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN).

Can I buy hand lotion with HSA?

Lotion: HSA Eligibility

Lotions with active medical ingredients such as Aquaphor, are eligible if primarily used to treat a medical condition.

Can I use my HSA for eczema cream?

Use your HSA to buy hand creams and lotions formulated specifically for eczema.

What happens if you use your HSA card for something else?

If you use your HSA for an expense other than eligible medical expenses you can subject yourself to significant IRS penalties. Inappropriate use of your HSA funds may also leave you without money to pay for your eligible medical expenses in the future.