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La Roche-Posay

Anthelios XL 50+ ultra-léger

Sunscreen · 50 ml

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4 of 34 ingredients flagged

Drying alcohol
alcohol denat
Silicone
dimethicone, lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methicone
Fungal acne trigger
peg-8 laurate
Potential irritant
alcohol denat

Key ingredientsModern UV filter

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Aqua / water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2diisopropyl sebacate
  3. 3alcohol denatDrying alcoholPotential irritant

    Makes products feel light and dry fast, but can strip and irritate skin when high on the list.

  4. 4glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  5. 5dimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  6. 6isohexadecane

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  7. 7butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane

    Chemical UV filter that absorbs sunlight before it damages skin.

  8. 8octocrylene

    Chemical UV filter that absorbs sunlight before it damages skin.

  9. 9silica
  10. 10drometrizole trisiloxane

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  11. 11isononyl isononanoate
  12. 12zea mays starch / corn starch
  13. 13c12-15 alkyl benzoate

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  14. 14styrene/acrylates copolymer
  15. 15ethylhexyl triazone

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  16. 16peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate

    Helps blend and thicken the formula.

  17. 17bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  18. 18isododecane

    Softens and smooths with a lightweight feel.

  19. 19phenoxyethanol

    Keeps the product free from bacteria and mould.

  20. 20isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate
  21. 21terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid

    A photostable, newer-generation UV filter with broad protection.

  22. 22silica silylate
  23. 23lauryl peg/ppg-18/18 methiconeSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  24. 24peg-8 laurateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  25. 25caprylyl glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  26. 26triethanolamine

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  27. 27disteardimonium hectorite
  28. 28tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  29. 29disodium edta

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  30. 30dodecene
  31. 31propylene carbonate
  32. 32poloxamer 407
  33. 33zinc gluconate

    Trace minerals that support skin repair.

  34. 34perlite