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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios

Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid

sunscreen · 50 ml · Sun care

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 34-ingredient list, with glycerin and vitamin E. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains drying alcohol, silicones (Dimethicone, Drometrizole Trisiloxane), mineral oil & petrolatum (Isohexadecane) and chemical UV filters (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene).

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

£21.00at Amazon UK

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Key ingredients in Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Aqua / waterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Diisopropyl SebacateA light, oily ester made from sebacic acid and isopropyl alcohol. It mainly works as an…
  3. 3Alcohol DenatAlcohol, usually ethanol, is a light liquid that dissolves oils and fragrance and dries…Drying alcohol
  4. 4GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  5. 5DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  6. 6IsohexadecaneIsohexadecane is a light, synthetic branched hydrocarbon used as an emollient. Its main…Mineral oil & petrolatum
  7. 7Butyl MethoxydibenzoylmethaneButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, also called avobenzone, is a chemical sunscreen filter…Chemical UV filters
  8. 8OctocryleneOctocrylene is a synthetic, oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs UVB and some UVA…Chemical UV filters
  9. 9SilicaSilica is a fine, white powder made of silicon and oxygen that mainly helps control…
  10. 10Drometrizole TrisiloxaneSiliconesChemical UV filters
  11. 11Isononyl IsononanoateA light, branched-chain ester used as an emollient. It softens skin and helps lotions…
  12. 12Zea Mays Starch / Corn StarchA fine white powder made from the starch inside corn kernels. It mainly absorbs oil and…
  13. 13C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateA light, fast-absorbing ester made from benzoic acid and C12-15 fatty alcohols. It…
  14. 14Styrene/Acrylates CopolymerA film-forming polymer made from linked acrylic building blocks. Its main job is to…
  15. 15Ethylhexyl TriazoneA chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays, the part of sunlight most linked to…Chemical UV filters
  16. 16PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
  17. 17Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineAn oil-soluble organic UV filter that absorbs both UVA and UVB rays and is used in…Chemical UV filters
  18. 18IsododecaneIsododecane is a light, branched oil made only of carbon and hydrogen, mainly used as a…
  19. 19PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  20. 20Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
  21. 21Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic AcidChemical UV filters
  22. 22Silica SilylateSilica Silylate is fine silica powder treated to repel water. It mainly thickens…
  23. 23Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 MethiconeSilicones
  24. 24PEG-8 Laurate
  25. 25Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  26. 26TriethanolamineTriethanolamine is a clear, thick, slightly alkaline liquid used mainly to adjust a…
  27. 27Disteardimonium HectoriteDisteardimonium Hectorite is a natural clay modified with a fatty ammonium compound to…
  28. 28TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  29. 29Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  30. 30Dodecene
  31. 31Propylene CarbonatePropylene Carbonate is a clear, nearly odorless liquid that acts as a solvent. It helps…
  32. 32Poloxamer 407
  33. 33Zinc GluconateZinc gluconate is a salt of zinc and gluconic acid, a mild acid made from sugar. It…
  34. 34PerlitePerlite is a lightweight, porous powder made from volcanic glass that is heated until…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3337872414527, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholContainsAlcohol Denat (#3)
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#5), Drometrizole Trisiloxane (#10), Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone (#23)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumContainsIsohexadecane (#6)
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersContainsButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (#7), Octocrylene (#8), Drometrizole Trisiloxane (#10), Ethylhexyl Triazone (#15), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (#17), Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid (#21)

Frequently asked questions

Is La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid fragrance-free?

Yes. La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does La Roche-Posay Anthelios Xl SPF 50+ Ultra-light Fluid pass?

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

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