Anthelios XL

Name: La roche-posay Anthelios XL
Brand: La roche-posay

spf

Overall score6.7

La roche-posay Anthelios XL scores 6.7/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in formulation safety (9.0) and low irritation risk (8.8).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Softens and smooths

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#4Propylene Glycol

Moisture-binding humectant and penetration enhancer

Score breakdown

Overall

6.7

Hydration Efficacy6.3

Irritation Risk8.8

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 La roche-posay Anthelios XL stand out

La roche-posay Anthelios XL is a solid spf with an overall score of 6.7/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on low irritation risk (8.8). On the flip side, 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

⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Propylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
✶
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV protection — #5 in the INCI list
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
UV protection — #8 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

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

#1Aqua/Water #2C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate #3Glycerin #4Propylene Glycol #5Ethylhexyl Salicylate #6Alcohol Denat #7Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer #8Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine #9Drometrizole Trisiloxane #10Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane #11Ethylhexyl Triazone #12Polyester-5 #13Acrylates Copolymer #14Caprylyl Glycol #15Disodium Edta #17Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate #18Peg-8 Laurate #19Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid #20Tocopherol

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient5
UV protection4
Holds the formula together3
Softens and smooths2
Draws in moisture2
Keeps the product fresh1
Formula balancers1
Works on your skin1

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