Allergen & irritant analysis
6 flaggedThis 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.
- HomosalateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Homosalate
- Ethylhexyl salicylateKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octisalate
- Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Avobenzone
- OctocryleneKnown allergen (sunscreen): Octocrylene
- Propylene glycolKnown allergen (solvent): Propylene Glycol
- Alcohol denat.Can 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
Key Ingredients
- 1Chemical UV FilterAbsorbs UV rays to help prevent sun damage.
- 2AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
- 3Vitamin CBrightens, evens tone, and supports collagen.
- 4Vitamin EProtects skin and soothes irritation.
- 5Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
- 6ExfoliatorsRemoves dead skin cells to smoothe texture.
Full Ingredient List
36INCI (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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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.

