La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light SPF50+ Sun Protection Spray

Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "La Roche-Posay - Anthelios Ultra-Light SPF50+ Sun Protection Spray" can provide reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (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 contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream. This product prevents early signs of aging by protecting against sun damage (all broad spectrum sunscreens do that).

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: avobenzone 1.60% - 2.40%, octisalate 2.50% - 3.70%, uvinul t 0.40% - 0.90%, homosalate 5.20% - 7.70% and octocrylene 3.40% - 5.10%.

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 it 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.

Price

The product retails for 16.50$ in the United States and for 22.00£ in the United Kingdom.

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