La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid Fragrance-Free SPF50+
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 50 · 7 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-agingSide benefit · TocopherolWorks 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 toneSide benefit · 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).
MoisturizingSide benefit · Diisopropyl sebacate, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, caprylyl glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Alcohol denat.Medium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
10 of 11 community members would buy it again.
Stings in eyes, irritating for sensitive skin
I love this sunscreen because it is so light and still leaves my skin with the feeling of being moisturized. It works for my oily and acne prone skin.
Very light texture, one of the most wearable finishes from sunscreens I've tried (it's not matt, but I can wear it without powder on top which is rare for me). It does not clog pores. I try not to get it into my eyes (there is a bit of stinging), but still wear it in the eye area. I suspect it can stain white clothes a little (not 100% sure because I tried to avoid getting it on whites).
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol denat.~7.7–9.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Triethyl citrate~4.5–5.5%
Diisopropyl sebacate~3.5–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin without creatng a greasy finish
More about Diisopropyl sebacateSilica~2.8–3.5%
Ethylhexyl salicylate~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateBis-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. Approved by the US FDA in 2026 (listed as bemotrizinol on US labels).
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineEthylhexyl triazone~2–2.4%
- 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 triazoneButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneGlycerin~1.2–1.4%
- 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 GlycerinPropanediol~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolC12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium citrate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateMethoxypropylamino cyclohexenylidene ethoxyethylcyanoacetate~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Perlite~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of volcanic glass. Absorbs moisture and can temporarily mattify the skin
More about PerliteTocopherol~0.5–0.75%
- 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 TocopherolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.45–0.7%
- 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 triglycerideAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCaprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateDrometrizole trisiloxane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Mexoryl XL. A UV filter. Effective in the UVB and UVA range. It is stable. Unfortunately, not approved in the US yet
More about Drometrizole trisiloxaneHydroxyethylcellulose~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseTerephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ecamsule, Mexoryl SX. A UV filter. Is effective mostly against the UVA rays. It is legally marketed in the US with the FDA approval since 2006, even though the ingredient is not on the official FDA list of the approved sunscreen active ingredients. It is photostable
More about Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acidTriethanolamine~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateIngredient list view
Water, Alcohol denat., Triethyl citrate, Diisopropyl sebacate, Silica, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Ethylhexyl triazone, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Propanediol, C12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer, Sodium citrate, Methoxypropylamino cyclohexenylidene ethoxyethylcyanoacetate, Perlite, Tocopherol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Drometrizole trisiloxane, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid, Triethanolamine, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate
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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.
| La Roche-PosayAnthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid Fragrance-Free SPF50+YOUR PRODUCT | L'Oréal ParisRevitalift Clinical SPF50+ Invisible Fluid | GarnierAmbre Solaire Ultra-Light Sensitive Sun Protection Face Fluid SPF50+ | VichyCapital Soleil UV Age Daily Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | — | $26.82 | $11.04 | $20.86 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 9 | 8 of 9 | 8 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Isopropyl Myristate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "La Roche-Posay - Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid Fragrance-Free SPF50+" 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 should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. 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. These are the sun protection ingredients in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 2.20% - 2.70%, avobenzone 1.70% - 2.10%, mexoryl xl 0.30% - 0.55%, octisalate 2.70% - 3.30%, uvinul t 2.00% - 2.40% and terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid 0.20% - 0.35%.
Irritation risk
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen 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.
What our users say
Based on 8 reviews 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, all of the reviewers (7) say that it does not clog pores.
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, all of the reviewers (6) say that it does not pill under makeup.
- As for the white cast, all of the reviewers (8) say that it does not leave a white cast.
- As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, 1 % of the reviewers found that it stings eyes.
Price
The product retails from 13.30£ up to 19.95£ in the United Kingdom, for 25.39€ in Germany and from 20.34$ up to 36.99$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2
- 3Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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