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La Roche-Posay
Anthelios AOX Antioxidant Serum with SPF 50 Sunscreen
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen and Vitamin E, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Normal skin
- Sensitive skin
- Redness & rosacea
- Dark spots & pigmentation
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Uneven texture
How to use
15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours. Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. ON FACE Alone or under makeup APPLICATION TIP If used with other skincare products, use as a last step in regimen. Sun Protection Measures: read back of packaging. Children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor.
Caution
Children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor.
What's inside
Ingredients List
8 trigger at least one check · 18 trigger none
- Vitamin E
- Anti-Pollution
- Antioxidant
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Irritation
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
Key Ingredients
Chemical sunscreen5
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Benzophenone-3, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Sunscreen4
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Benefits
Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair8
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylyl Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylyl Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate
Oil Control2
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Pore Refining2
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Sun Protection5
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Benzophenone-3, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Anti-Pollution4
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Ascorbyl Glucoside, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Dimethicone, Tocopherol
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Ingredients Explained
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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane →Homosalate
Fragrance, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Homosalate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Homosalate →Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Benzophenone-3
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Benzophenone-3 is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Benzophenone-3 →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone →Cyclopentasiloxane
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Solvent
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone.
Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane →Tocopherol
Antioxidant, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning, Occlusive
Tocopherol is vitamin E.
Learn more about Tocopherol →Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Anticaking, Binding, Film Forming, Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer is a silicone.
Learn more about Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer →
Dupes
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- Paula's Choice Extra Care Non-Greasy Sunscreen SPF 5072% match
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