Is Anthelios Invisible Spray Safe? Ingredient Analysis
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay's Anthelios Invisible Spray is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Octocrylene, Avobenzone, Oxybenzone.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This product contains a mix of natural and synthetic ingredients, including some potentially concerning additives. Further research is recommended.
Main concern
Contains several synthetic preservatives
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Provides broad-spectrum sun protection
- Non-greasy texture
Concerns
- Contains several synthetic preservatives
- May contain allergens such as BHA and BHT
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid silicones
- cautious shoppers who prefer lower-flag formulas
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Aqua safe in this skincare?
Good
Aqua is used here as solvent. Water.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Aqua
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Is Octocrylene safe in this skincare?
Bad
Octocrylene is used here as sunscreen. Synthetic UV filter.
Role in formula: sunscreen
Original: Octocrylene
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Is Avobenzone safe in this skincare?
Bad
Avobenzone is used here as sunscreen. Synthetic UV filter.
Role in formula: sunscreen
Original: Avobenzone
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Is Oxybenzone safe in this skincare?
Bad
Oxybenzone is used here as sunscreen. Synthetic UV filter.
Role in formula: sunscreen
Original: Oxybenzone
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Is Phenoxyethanol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Phenoxyethanol is used here as preservative. Synthetic preservative.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Phenoxyethanol
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Is C20 22 Alkyl Phosphate safe in this skincare?
Medium
C20 22 Alkyl Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Synthetic emulsifier.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
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Is Glycerin safe in this skincare?
Good
Glycerin is used here as humectant. Natural humectant.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Glycerin
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Is C22 24 Alkyl Phosphate safe in this skincare?
Medium
C22 24 Alkyl Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Synthetic emulsifier.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: C22-24 Alkyl Phosphate
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Is Dimethicone safe in this skincare?
Medium
Dimethicone is used here as emollient. Synthetic emollient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Dimethicone
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Is Trifluoromethyl C10 13 Alkyl Pivalate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Trifluoromethyl C10 13 Alkyl Pivalate is used here as fragrance. Synthetic fragrance.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Trifluoromethyl- C10-13 Alkyl Pivalate
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Is Alcohol Denat safe in this skincare?
Bad
Alcohol Denat is used here as solvent. Synthetic solvent.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Alcohol Denat
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Is Silica safe in this skincare?
Good
Silica is used here as absorbent. Natural absorbent.
Role in formula: absorbent
Original: Silica
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Is Sodium Hyaluronate safe in this skincare?
Good
Sodium Hyaluronate is used here as humectant. Natural humectant.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Sodium Hyaluronate
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Is Tocopherol safe in this skincare?
Good
Tocopherol is used here as antioxidant. Natural antioxidant.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Tocopherol
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Is Bha safe in this skincare?
Bad
Bha is used here as preservative. Synthetic preservative.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: BHA
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Is Bht safe in this skincare?
Bad
Bht is used here as preservative. Synthetic preservative.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: BHT
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Is Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid safe in this skincare?
Bad
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid is used here as sunscreen. Synthetic UV filter.
Role in formula: sunscreen
Original: Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
Read the full ingredient profile for Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
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Is Disodium Edta safe in this skincare?
Bad
Disodium Edta is used here as chelating agent. Synthetic chelating agent.
Role in formula: chelating agent
Original: Disodium EDTA
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Is Parfum safe in this skincare?
Bad
Parfum is used here as fragrance. Synthetic fragrance.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Parfum
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Is Caprylyl Glycol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Caprylyl Glycol is used here as humectant. Synthetic humectant.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Caprylyl Glycol
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Is Ethylhexylglycerin safe in this skincare?
Medium
Ethylhexylglycerin is used here as preservative. Synthetic preservative.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Ethylhexylglycerin
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Is Citric Acid safe in this skincare?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Natural acidulant.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citric Acid
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Is Arachidyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Arachidyl Alcohol is used here as emollient. Synthetic emollient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Arachidyl Alcohol
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Is Arachidyl Glucoside safe in this skincare?
Medium
Arachidyl Glucoside is used here as emulsifier. Synthetic emulsifier.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Arachidyl Glucoside
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Is C30 38 Alkyl Dimethyl Silanyl Silicate safe in this skincare?
Medium
C30 38 Alkyl Dimethyl Silanyl Silicate is used here as emollient. Synthetic emollient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: C30-38 Alkyl Dimethyl Silanyl Silicate
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Is Behenyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Behenyl Alcohol is used here as emollient. Synthetic emollient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Behenyl Alcohol
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Is Phytosphingosine safe in this skincare?
Good
Phytosphingosine is used here as humectant. Natural humectant.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Phytosphingosine
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Is Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is used here as emulsifier. Synthetic emulsifier.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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Is Sodium Lauryl Lactylate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Lauryl Lactylate is used here as surfactant. Synthetic surfactant.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Sodium Lauryl Lactylate
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Is Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is used here as absorbent. Synthetic absorbent.
Role in formula: absorbent
Original: Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Read the full ingredient profile for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
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Is Butyloctyl Salicylate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Butyloctyl Salicylate is used here as fragrance. Synthetic fragrance.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Butyloctyl Salicylate
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Is Ethylhexyl Stearate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Ethylhexyl Stearate is used here as emollient. Synthetic emollient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Ethylhexyl Stearate
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Is Caprylyl Methicone safe in this skincare?
Medium
Caprylyl Methicone is used here as emollient. Synthetic emollient.
Role in formula: emollient
Original: Caprylyl Methicone
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Is Diethylhexyl Sphingosine safe in this skincare?
Bad
Diethylhexyl Sphingosine is used here as fragrance. Synthetic fragrance.
Role in formula: fragrance
Original: Diethylhexyl Sphingosine
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Is Propylene Glycol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Propylene Glycol is used here as solvent. Synthetic solvent.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Propylene Glycol
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Is Dihydroxyacetone safe in this skincare?
Bad
Dihydroxyacetone is used here as colorant. Synthetic colorant.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Dihydroxyacetone
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this skincare?
Good
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Natural thickener.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan Gum
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Is Poly C10 30 Alkyl Phosphate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Poly C10 30 Alkyl Phosphate is used here as emulsifier. Synthetic emulsifier.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Poly C10-30 Alkyl Phosphate
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Is Polyvinyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Bad
Polyvinyl Alcohol is used here as thickener. Synthetic thickener.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Polyvinyl Alcohol
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Is Laureth 7 safe in this skincare?
Bad
Laureth 7 is used here as surfactant. Synthetic surfactant.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Laureth-7
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Is Dimethylsulfone safe in this skincare?
Bad
Dimethylsulfone is used here as preservative. Synthetic preservative.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Dimethylsulfone
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Is Ethylhexyl Ferulate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Ethylhexyl Ferulate is used here as antioxidant. Synthetic antioxidant.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: Ethylhexyl Ferulate
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Is Sodium Hydroxide safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Hydroxide is used here as ph adjuster. Synthetic pH adjuster.
Role in formula: pH adjuster
Original: Sodium Hydroxide
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 17
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