Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+

Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+

36ingredients
SunscreenGarnier

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeCruelty-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeEU-allergen-freeVeganReef-safeAlcohol-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeFungal-acne-safe

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Allergen & irritant analysis

6 flagged

This sunscreen from Garnier lists 36 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 5 known contact allergens and 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

5 known allergens in this formula
1 known irritant
  • Homosalate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
  • Ethylhexyl salicylate · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
  • Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
  • Octocrylene · sunscreen · lowKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
  • Propylene glycol · solvent · lowKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
  • Alcohol denat. · solventCan be drying and sensitizing, especially for sensitive skin, by stripping natural oils and disrupting the skin barrier.

Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingScar healingBarrier repairAnti-agingBrighteningReduces large poresRedness reducingSkin texture

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
  • 2
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 3
    Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
  • 4
    Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
  • 5
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
  • 6
    ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.

Full Ingredient List

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INCI (full list, INCI order): water, homosalate, ethylhexyl salicylate, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, ethylhexyl triazone, glycerin, bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, octocrylene, isohexadecane, alcohol denat., propanediol, dicaprylyl ether, propylene glycol, styrene/acrylates copolymer, silica, perlite, dimethicone, ci 42090, p-anisic acid, tocopherol, lecithin, ascorbyl palmitate, sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, sodium hyaluronate, hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, phenoxyethanol, thermus thermophillus ferment, peg-8 laurate, oxidized starch acetate, triethanolamine, drometrizole trisiloxane, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, carbomer, disodium edta, potassium sorbate, glyceryl oleate

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10alcohol denat.13propylene glycol

Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen IrritationMay cause stinging, redness, or sensitivity.
  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen Oily SkinMay increase shine or excess oil.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+ fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+'s listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.

Is Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+ paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+'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 Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+ suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. Ambre Solaire Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+ contains 5 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (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 Sensitive Expert Gel-Cream SPF 50+ against your own profile.