"Avène - Ultra Fluid Invisible SPF50" is using UV filters in a relatively low concentration. Because of this, it might not be able to provide reliable sun protection.

Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day.

Sunscreen filters

This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 1.40% - 1.70%, uvinul t 2.40% - 2.90% and triasorb 1.80% - 2.20%.

Irritation risk

This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be low. 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.

What can the product work for?

Works for

Moisturizing

Does not work for

Sun protection

Moisturizing

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: glycerin, caprylyl glycol.

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: glycine soja oil, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.

polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

glycine soja oil 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

glycerin 0.35% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

Sun protection

This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 1.4% - 1.7%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

ethylhexyl triazone 2.4% - 2.9%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet

phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine 1.8% - 2.2%

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UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

A new generation UV filter that protects from both UVAII and UVB rays. It is the newest UV filter approved for use in the EU in concentrations below 5%. Is used with benzoic acid in cosmetic formulations

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

ethylhexyl triazone 2.4% - 2.9%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet

phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine 1.8% - 2.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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ethylhexyl triazone 2.4% - 2.9%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet

phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine 1.8% - 2.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

Comodogenic ingredients

glycine soja oil 0.2% - 0.4%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Moisturizing

A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

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water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

c12-15 alkyl benzoate 6.3% - 7.6%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

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

dicaprylyl carbonate 4.3% - 5.3%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing

Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin

Ingredient list view

Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Unknown, Water, Diisopropyl adipate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Oryza sativa starch, Phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Potassium cetyl phosphate, C9-12 alkane, Lauryl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Glycerin, Tapioca starch, Trimethylpentanediol/adipic acid/glycerin crosspolymer, Benzoic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Glyceryl laurate, Glycine soja oil, Lens esculenta seed extract, Pentylene glycol, Ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether, Ci 17200, Sodium benzoate, Sodium phytate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl glucoside, Xanthan gum

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WIMJ similarity score		36%	33%	32%	31%	31%	30%	29%	29%	29%	29%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +5 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +3 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine caprylic/capric triglyceride +3 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate jojoba esters +5 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane diethylhexyl butamido triazone +2 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +2 more Other: azelaic acid diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine glycerin +1 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane diethylhexyl butamido triazone +1 more	Common: ethylhexyl triazone glycerin +2 more Other: paraffinum liquidum cyclopentasiloxane +5 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +2 more Other: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane drometrizole trisiloxane +4 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +1 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate tris-biphenyl triazine	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +1 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate squalane +2 more	Common: bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine ethylhexyl triazone +1 more Other: diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol +1 more
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Potential Irritants	ci 17200 Has skin benefit? ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether Has skin benefit? +13 more	ci 17200 Has skin benefit? ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether Has skin benefit? +10 more	jojoba esters Has skin benefit? dehydroacetic acid Has skin benefit? +9 more	glycine soja oil Has skin benefit? o-cymen-5-ol Has skin benefit? +9 more	ci 17200 Has skin benefit? ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether Has skin benefit? +9 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	propylene glycol Has skin benefit? decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? +11 more	alcohol denat. Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +10 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +13 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? potassium sorbate Has skin benefit? +14 more	decyl glucoside Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +9 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +31 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +27 more	water Has skin benefit? coco-caprylate/caprate Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +26 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +28 more	water Has skin benefit? c12-15 alkyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +23 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +32 more	water Has skin benefit? diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? dicaprylyl carbonate Has skin benefit? +28 more

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