Avène Antirougeurs Jour Redness Relief Moisturizing Protecting Cream SPF 20 by Eau Thermale Avene for Unisex - Cream
Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 20 · 3 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
Moisturizing8 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“Antirougeurs Jour Redness Relief Moisturizing Protecting Cream SPF 20 by Eau Thermale Avene for Unisex , Cream”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
cyclomethicone, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: squalane, cyclomethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Octocrylene4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about OctocryleneEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateTitanium dioxide4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideWater~45–55%
Cyclomethicone~6–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeGlycerin~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinEthylhexyl palmitate~4.3–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Ethylhexyl palmitatePotassium cetyl phosphate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateGlyceryl stearate~1.8–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateAlumina~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaBht~1.1–1.3%
Ci 42090~0.95–1.15%
Butylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Dextran sulfate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Disodium edta~0.6–0.95%
Ethylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Parfum~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHesperidin methyl chalcone~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Is claimed to be able to improve the appearance of undereye darkness but evidence is missing. Can be an allergen and cause irritation
More about Hesperidin methyl chalconeHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerIsobutylparaben~0.3–0.6%
Magnesium aluminum silicate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
O-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 60~0.25–0.45%
Propylparaben~0.15–0.25%
Ruscus aculeatus root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Squalane~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneStearic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidTribehenin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninXanthan gum~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Titanium dioxide, Water, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Potassium cetyl phosphate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glyceryl stearate, Alumina, Bht, Ci 42090, Butylparaben, Dextran sulfate, Disodium edta, Ethylparaben, Parfum, Hesperidin methyl chalcone, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isobutylparaben, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Methylparaben, O-cymen-5-ol, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Propylparaben, Ruscus aculeatus root extract, Squalane, Stearic acid, Tribehenin, Xanthan gum
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| AvèneAntirougeurs Jour Redness Relief Moisturizing Protecting Cream SPF 20 by Eau Thermale Avene for Unisex - CreamYOUR PRODUCT | Eau Thermale AveneHydrance Optimale SPF 25 Hydrating Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% |
| Price | $31.90 | $34.00+$2.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Beta-Sitosterol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low |
| SPF | SPF 20 | SPF 25 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — |
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Product summary
We do not recommend "Avène - Antirougeurs Jour Redness Relief Moisturizing Protecting Cream SPF 20 by Eau Thermale Avene for Unisex - Cream" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. Here are the organic filters this product uses: octinoxate and octocrylene. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hesperidin methyl chalcone - a new cosmetic contact allergenncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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