Allergen & irritant analysis
5 flaggedThis sunscreen from Garnier lists 33 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens in the INCI list. That includes 1 EU-labelled fragrance allergen (parfum). No parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.
- ParfumKnown allergen (fragrance): Fragrance Mix I
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
Not detected: parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates. Contains: added fragrance.
Based on what's flagged, take extra care if you're among:
- People with fragrance allergy or fragrance-sensitive skin
Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.
Benefits
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 3Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 4AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
Full Ingredient List
33INCI (full list, INCI order): butane, water, homosalate, octocrylene, glycerin, dimethicone, ethylhexyl salicylate, dicaprylyl carbonate, nylon-12, diisopropyl sebacate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, styrene/acrylates copolymer, p-anisic acid, cyclohexasiloxane, tocopherol, sodium chloride, sodium hyaluronate, phenoxyethanol, thermus thermophillus ferment, peg-32, peg-8 laurate, ethylhexyl triazone, triethanolamine, polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, poly c10-30 alkyl acrylate, pentylene glycol, drometrizole trisiloxane, caprylyl glycol, disodium edta, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, potassium sorbate, scutellaria baicalensis extract, parfum
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Potential Concerns
- May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
- May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
- May Trigger AcneCan clog pores or trigger breakouts.
- May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
- May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50 contain fragrance allergens?
Yes — analysing the INCI list, AllerNote found 1 of the EU-labelled fragrance allergens: parfum. If you're fragrance-sensitive or patch-test positive to a fragrance mix, treat Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50 with caution and patch test before full use.
Is Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50 paraben-free?
No parabens were detected in Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.
Is Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50 suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?
It depends on your specific triggers. Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50 contains 5 flagged allergens and 0 irritants (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50 against your own profile.

