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Is Ambre Solaire Safe? Ingredient Analysis

L'Oreal

L'Oreal's Ambre Solaire is reviewed here as a sunscreen. 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 Denatured Alcohol.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several synthetic UV filters like homosalate and octocrylene, which raise concerns about potential skin irritation and environmental impact. Alcohol denat. may also cause dryness.

Main concern

Alcohol denat. may lead to skin dryness or irritation, especially for sensitive skin types.

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

  • Contains effective UV filters like butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane for broad-spectrum protection.
  • Incorporates tocopherol, a natural antioxidant that can help protect skin from oxidative stress.
  • Glycerin is present, providing moisturizing properties that can enhance skin hydration.
  • Includes stabilizers like C12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer for improved product consistency.

Concerns

  • Alcohol denat. may lead to skin dryness or irritation, especially for sensitive skin types.
  • Presence of multiple synthetic UV filters raises concerns about potential skin reactions.
  • Some ingredients like phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid may have environmental implications.
  • The use of synthetic emulsifiers and stabilizers may not appeal to consumers preferring natural formulations.

Who should avoid this product?

This formula may not suit:

  • users trying to avoid silicones

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this sunscreen, not just listed as a raw label.

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: 4275269

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Frequently asked questions

This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, glycerin, tocopherol. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
L'Oreal — Ambre Solaire has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sunscreen products. See the full breakdown above.
This sunscreen has a Zerotox ingredient score of 60 / 100. Always follow label directions for use. See sunscreen products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis flags denatured alcohol in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
Our analysis notes: Contains effective UV filters like butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane for broad-spectrum protection.; Incorporates tocopherol, a natural antioxidant that can help protect skin from oxidative stress.; Glycerin is present, providing moisturizing properties that can enhance skin hydration.. See the Pros section above.
The composition includes several synthetic UV filters like homosalate and octocrylene, which raise concerns about potential skin irritation and environmental impact. Alcohol denat. may also cause dryness. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
L'Oreal — Ambre Solaire has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.

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