Care

sunscreen · 200 ml · Sun care

Avène Sun Care is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 27-ingredient list, with glycerin and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains chemical UV filters (Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone).

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Care

Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

27 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua)
2C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
3Coco-Caprylate/Caprate Disopropyl AdipateA light, coconut-derived ester that softens skin and hair and helps other ingredients…
4Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl TetramethylbutylphenolChemical UV filters
5Water (Aqua)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
6Bis-Ethylhexy-Loxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
7Diethylhexyl Butamido TriazoneAn oil-soluble organic sunscreen filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, mainly UVB…Chemical UV filters
8Polyglyceryl-2 DipolyhydroxystearateA water-in-oil emulsifier that keeps water and oil blended into a smooth, stable mix in…
9GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
10Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
11Decyl GlucosideA plant-derived, gentle cleansing agent made from glucose and a fatty alcohol. It helps…
12Benzoic AcidA small, naturally occurring acid that helps keep formulas fresh by slowing the growth…
13Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
14Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
15Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
16Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
17Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Seed Oil)
18Hydroxycapric Acid
19Lauryl Glucoside Oxothiazolidine
20Propylene GlycolPropylene Glycol is a colorless, slightly syrupy liquid that attracts water and is…
21Sodium BenzoateSodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a water-soluble powder used mainly…
22Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
23Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
24Sorbic AcidSorbic acid is a natural-origin preservative that helps stop mold and yeast from…
25TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
26Tocopheryl Glucoside
27Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3282770396317, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	Contains	Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (#4), Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone (#7), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#10)

Frequently asked questions

Is Avène Sun Care fragrance-free?

Yes. Avène Sun Care lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Avène Sun Care contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Avène Sun Care pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Glycerin and Vitamin E.