La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra-Light Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 2 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protection
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Isododecane, C12-15 alkyl benzoate + 13 moreWorks
“An advanced filtering system, featuring titanium dioxide, delivers long-wearing broad-spectrum protection while patent-pending Cell-Ox Shield combats environmental damage.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, isododecane.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy17 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
2 of 2 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Titanium dioxide11.01%
- 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%
Isododecane~7.8–9.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and can decrease moisture loss. Helps create a nice product texture
More about IsododecaneC12-15 alkyl benzoate~5.8–7.1%
- 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 benzoateDimethicone~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeUndecane~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneTriethylhexanoin~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinIsohexadecane~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneStyrene/acrylates copolymer~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerNylon-12~1.5–1.8%
Caprylyl methicone~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeButyloctyl salicylate~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own
More about Butyloctyl salicylatePhenethyl benzoate~0.7–1.1%
Silica~1–1.3%
Tridecane~0.55–0.85%
Dicaprylyl carbonate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateDicaprylyl ether~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherTalc~0.75–1.1%
Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
Aluminum stearate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to help evenly disperse other ingredients (for example, pigment) in a formulation
More about Aluminum stearatePentylene glycol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPeg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeIron oxides~0.35–0.6%
- 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 oxidesAlumina~0.5–0.75%
- 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 AluminaPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidPhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMagnesium sulfate~0.35–0.6%
Propylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAluminum hydroxide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxidePeg-8 laurate~0.3–0.55%
Stearic acid~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDisteardimonium hectorite~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteDiethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonateTocopherol~0.2–0.35%
- 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 TocopherolPropylene carbonate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateCassia alata leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Cassia alata leaf extractMaltodextrin~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinBenzoic acid~0.1–0.25%
Disodium stearoyl glutamate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and workd as a cleanser
More about Disodium stearoyl glutamateIngredient list view
Titanium dioxide, Water, Isododecane, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Dimethicone, Undecane, Triethylhexanoin, Isohexadecane, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Nylon-12, Caprylyl methicone, Butyloctyl salicylate, Phenethyl benzoate, Silica, Tridecane, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Dicaprylyl ether, Talc, Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, Aluminum stearate, Pentylene glycol, Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Iron oxides, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Magnesium sulfate, Propylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Aluminum hydroxide, Peg-8 laurate, Stearic acid, Disteardimonium hectorite, Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate, Tocopherol, Propylene carbonate, Cassia alata leaf extract, Maltodextrin, Benzoic acid, Disodium stearoyl glutamate
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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 50 Mineral Ultra-Light Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50YOUR PRODUCT | Kiehl'sUltra Light Daily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 | SKINSheer Mineral UV Defense | SkinCeuticalsSheer Mineral UV Defense SPF 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | $39.99 | $52.20+$12.21 | $36.00−$3.99 | $49.66+$9.67 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | — | Artemia Extract | Artemia Extract |
| 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 assess that "La Roche-Posay - Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra-Light Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. 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 contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream.
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: butyloctyl salicylate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
This formulation includes some common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen 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 our users say
Based on 2 reviews 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of two reviewers say that the product does not clog pores.
- As for the white cast, two out of two reviewers say that the product does not leave a white cast.
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, two out of two reviewers report that the product does not pill under makeup.
- As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it does not sting eyes.
Price
The product retails from 33.50$ up to 42.99$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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