Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Advance Lotion SPF 50+

Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Advance Lotion SPF 50+
1.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
3.2 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
SPF icon
SPF

Review

Results you may expect from using Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Advance Lotion SPF 50+:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Advance Lotion SPF 50+:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.
  • Very high sun protection for prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Advance Lotion SPF 50+ has a moisturizing rating of 1.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.4 out of 10 and a moderate humectancy of 3.2 out of 10, primarily due to Glycerin (est. ≈1.3%), Propanediol (est. ≈1.0%) and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (est. ≈0.3%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Sun protection

Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Advance Lotion SPF 50+ has an SPF of 50 and provides very high sun protection. This level of protection is ideal for activities involving intense or prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports. It is particularly recommended for individuals with fair skin, those at high risk of skin cancer, or in environments with intense sun exposure. Remember to apply sunscreen generously and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
Water
9
Isopropyl Palmitate
6
Alcohol Denat.
4
Avobenzone
3
Octisalate
2.5
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
2
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
1.5
Dicaprylyl Ether
1.3
Glycerin
1
Propanediol
0.3
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
0.3
Ethylhexyl Triazone
0.3
Oxidized Starch Acetate
0.3
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
0.3
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Stearic Acid
0.3
Triethanolamine
0.3
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
0.3
Xanthan Gum
0.3
Drometrizole
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Acrylates Copolymer
0.3
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
0.3
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
0.3
Ceramide NP
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Potassium Sorbate
0.3
Aluminum Hydroxide
Est. %
Water
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Alcohol Denat.
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Avobenzone
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Octisalate
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
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Dicaprylyl Ether
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Glycerin
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Propanediol
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
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Ethylhexyl Triazone
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Oxidized Starch Acetate
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Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
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C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
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Tocopherol
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Hydroxyacetophenone
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Sodium Benzoate
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Stearic Acid
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Triethanolamine
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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
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Xanthan Gum
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Drometrizole
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Acrylates Copolymer
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Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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Ceramide NP
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Citric Acid
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Ratings

All humectants
3.2
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
1.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 3.2 10
3.2
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.9 20
0.4
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
1.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 3.2 10
3.2
All humectants
3.2
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 0.9 20
0.4
All occlusives
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Tocopherol
0.3
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
All soothing 0.3 5 No
All soothing
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Isopropyl PalmitateAn emollient ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol that gives the skin a smooth, soft, dry, non-oily after-feel. Isopropyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Avobenzone
Est. %4
Function
Origin
AvobenzoneA popular sunscreen that protects against UVA rays, which cause premature aging and skin cancer. Avobenzone degrades after about 30 minutes of sun exposure and becomes ineffective. It is therefore often paired with UV-filter stabilizers such as octocrylene.
Octisalate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
OctisalateA UVB sunscreen also known as ethylhexyl salicylate. It is normally paired with UVA sunscreens to provide broad-spectrum protection. Octisalate also protects other ingredients, like colorants and antioxidants, from deterioration due to exposure to UV light.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineA synthetic "chemical" sunscreen ingredient that protects against UV damage and offers better stability and safety compared to some other traditional organic suncreen ingredients.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Dicaprylyl Ether
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Dicaprylyl EtherA fast-spreading and very lightweight emollient. It is used to reduce the tack and oiliness of oil-based formulas and gives the skin a dry, silky after-feel. It is also a great solvent.
Glycerin
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Propanediol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)One of two the most commonly used mineral sunscreens. It can absorb UV light, including UVB – which causes burning, tanning, and even skin cancer. Also used as a colorant, titanium dioxide gives a product a bright white color.
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Oxidized Starch Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oxidized Starch Acetate
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) WaxObtained from the leaves of Carnauba wax palm, this occlusive, emollient, and film-forming wax is commonly used in lip products. It is comprised mainly of various wax esters and is one of the hardest and most resistant plant waxes.
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Stearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Triethanolamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TriethanolamineA clear, colorless, and highly viscous liquid, this ingredient is an excellent pH adjuster. When it is necessary to neutralize an acidic solution or to generally increase the pH of a product, triethanolamine is a common choice.
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trisodium Ethylenediamine DisuccinateA chelating agent that disables harmful heavy metal ions present in skincare.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Drometrizole
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Drometrizole
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceA gelatinous juice from Aloe vera leaves that acts as a powerful humectant, emollient, and antioxidant. It contains enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that soothe irritated skin and have wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Acrylates Copolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates CopolymerA highly functional synthetic ingredient that forms a protective layer on the skin and reduces static buildup. It gives an emollient feel to the product, including a silky after-feel.
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic ingredient that is used to thicken water and alcohol. It results in a more lightweight formula and is commonly found in gel products.
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Aluminum Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum HydroxideA white mineral powder, also known as alumina, that is derived from aluminum metal. It is frequently used as an abrasive in exfoliating products and as a thickener. Aluminum oxide is also a great opacifier.