Ambre solaire

Name: Garnier Ambre solaire
Brand: Garnier

spf

Overall score5.7

Garnier Ambre solaire scores 5.7/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and low irritation risk (7.6).

✶ Hero ingredients

#4Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

UV protection

#5Ethylhexyl Triazone

UV protection

#6Octocrylene

Chemical UV filter and stabiliser

Score breakdown

Overall

5.7

Hydration Efficacy3.7

Irritation Risk7.6

Active Ingredient Strength2.0

Ingredient Transparency7.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: April 2026

What makes Garnier Ambre solaire stand out

Garnier Ambre solaire is a decent spf with an overall score of 5.7/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Octocrylene — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (7.6). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger and active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula

May not suit

⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV protection — #4 in the INCI list
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Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV protection — #5 in the INCI list
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Octocrylene
UV protection — #6 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
UV protection — #9 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

17 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Aqua/Water #2Alcohol Denat #4Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane #5Ethylhexyl Triazone #6Octocrylene #7Glycerin #8Propanediol #9Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine #10C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer #11Diisopropyl Adipate #12Diisopropyl Sebacate #13Dicaprylyl Ether #14Tocopherol #15Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid #16Hydroxyacetophenone #18Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate #19Drometrizole Trisiloxane

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient5
UV protection4
Softens and smooths4
Draws in moisture1
Holds the formula together1
Works on your skin1
Formula balancers1

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