Avène Ultra Fluid Tinted SPF50+
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 4 UV filtersBroad spectrum
This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.
This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.
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.
Anti-agingTocopherolWorks well
This product can help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate + 8 moreWorks
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: isopropyl myristate, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy16 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
C12-15 alkyl benzoate~4.8–5.9%
- 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 benzoateWater~4.6–5.7%
Ethylhexyl triazone~3.9–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneOryza sativa starch~2.8–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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
More about Phenylene bis-diphenyltriazineBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazinePotassium cetyl phosphate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphateLauryl glucoside~1.4–1.7%
Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearateGlycerin~0.95–1.15%
- 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 GlycerinTapioca starch~0.7–1.1%
Trimethylpentanediol/adipic acid/glycerin crosspolymer~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alumina~1–1.2%
- 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 AluminaBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCaprylyl glycol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.5–0.75%
Glyceryl laurate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateIron oxides~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77492~0.45–0.65%
Iron oxides~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77491~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Iron oxides~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77499~0.35–0.65%
Isononyl isononanoate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateIsopropyl myristate~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateIsopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Isopropyl titanium triisostearateLens esculenta seed extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPpg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol etherPropylene carbonate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateSodium benzoate~0.2–0.35%
Sodium phytate~0.2–0.35%
Stearalkonium hectorite~0.15–0.3%
Titanium dioxide~0.25–0.4%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTocopheryl glucoside~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Antioxidant that helps stabilize product formulations and, if used in higher concentration, might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Tocopheryl glucosideXanthan gum~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Unknown, Water, Ethylhexyl triazone, Oryza sativa starch, Phenylene bis-diphenyltriazine, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Lauryl glucoside, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Glycerin, Tapioca starch, Trimethylpentanediol/adipic acid/glycerin crosspolymer, Alumina, Benzoic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl laurate, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Isononyl isononanoate, Isopropyl myristate, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Lens esculenta seed extract, Pentylene glycol, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Ppg-1-peg-9 lauryl glycol ether, Propylene carbonate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium phytate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl glucoside, Xanthan gum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AvèneUltra Fluid Tinted SPF50+YOUR PRODUCT | Eau Thermale AveneFluide sans parfum SPF 50+ | DucrayMelascreen Protective Anti-Spots Fluid SPF50+ | Rosalique3 in 1 Anti-Redness Miracle Formula SPF50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 31% |
| Price | — | — | $16.27 | $40.14 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 5 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Uvinul A Plus | Azelaic Acid | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We believe that "Avène - Ultra Fluid Tinted SPF50+" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 2.20% - 2.70%, uvinul t 3.90% - 4.70% and triasorb 2.70% - 3.30%.
Irritation risk
This product does not contain known common irritants and is suitable for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer 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.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
- 5
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