Avène
Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin
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Avène
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Take the skin testCatering to oily and combination skin types, the Avène Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF 50+ (50ml) protects against UVA, UVB and blue light with a mattifying finish. Formulated with a wide-spectrum filter complex and soothing monolaurin, this water-resistant sunscreen shields skin from the effects of sun damage. Its ultra-fluid texture absorbs quickly for a barely-there feel, ideal for layering underneath make up. Made to balance excess oils and deliver SPF protection, this daily staple helps keep skin plump and protected.
Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin is a lightweight sunscreen from Avène, a brand based in France. It is rated SPF 50+. Its job is UV protection, with the rest of the formula working on hydration and soothing. The ingredient list runs to 33 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Trimethylpentanediol/adipic Acid/glycerin Crosspolymer and C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
It is a chemical (organic-filter) sunscreen, using Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150 and Tinosorb S. Between them those filters cover UVB, UVA II and UVA I, so the formula is broad-spectrum in the meaningful sense: it reaches past 340 nm, where the ageing wavelengths sit. Every filter in the formula is photostable, so its protection does not fall away over the first hour in the sun — reapplication is still about sweat, water and rubbing rather than degradation.
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Trimethylpentanediol/adipic Acid/glycerin Crosspolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate and Dicaprylyl Carbonate.
Soothing: High. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Avena Sativa Seed Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate and Sodium Benzoate.
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
Use it in the morning. In a routine it goes final morning step, before makeup. Apply about two finger-lengths for the face and neck — under-application is the single most common reason sunscreen underperforms. Reapply every two hours of sun exposure, and after swimming or towelling off. Let it set for a couple of minutes before makeup so it does not pill.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance
Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Chemical (organic) filter system · broad-spectrum through UVA I
A photostable replacement for avobenzone: it peaks at 354 nm, deep in UVA I, and does not need a stabiliser to survive the day.
The most efficient UVB absorber available by weight, which is why high-SPF formulas reach SPF 50+ without feeling heavy. Contributes nothing to UVA.
One of the most photostable filters in use, and it stabilises avobenzone and octinoxate alongside it. Oil-soluble, cosmetically light, no white cast.
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Benzoic acid, C12-15 alkyl esters
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Benzoic Acid, 2-[4-(Diethylamino)-2-Hydroxybenzoyl]-, Hexyl Ester
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Diisopropyl adipate
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Benzoic acid, 4,4',4''-(1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triyltriimino)tris-,tris(2-ethylhexyl) ester; octyl triazone
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
2,2'-[6-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diyl]bis[5-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-phenol]
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Tapioca Starch is the starch obtained from tapioca. It consists primarily of amylose and amylopectin
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid
23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lauric acid, monoester with glycerol / 2,3-dihydroxypropyl laurate
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
Every filter in this formula is photostable
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
This product is the "Protect" step.
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 33 ingredients on the label.
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Dissolves and carries everything else
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
Binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula
Forms a film that slows water loss
Sets the acidity the formula needs to work
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Avena Sativa Seed Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the seeds of Avena sativa.
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Benzoic acid, C12-15 alkyl esters
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Benzoic Acid, 2-[4-(Diethylamino)-2-Hydroxybenzoyl]-, Hexyl Ester
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Diisopropyl adipate
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Benzoic acid, 4,4',4''-(1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triyltriimino)tris-,tris(2-ethylhexyl) ester; octyl triazone
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Oryza Sativa Starch is a high-polymeric carbohydrate material derived from the peeled seeds of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
2,2'-[6-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diyl]bis[5-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-phenol]
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
1-hexadecanol, phosphate, potassium salt
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Alkanes, C9-12
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
D-Glucose homopolymer, dodecyl ether
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, homopolymer, ester with oxybis(propanediol)
15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Tapioca Starch is the starch obtained from tapioca. It consists primarily of amylose and amylopectin
17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hexanedioic acid, crosspolymer with 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol and 1,2,3-propanetriol
18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Benzoic acid
19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Octane-1,2-diol
21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid
22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Alcohols, coco, mixed esters with octanoic and decanoic acids
23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lauric acid, monoester with glycerol / 2,3-dihydroxypropyl laurate
24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae
25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Lens Esculenta Seed Extract is the extract of the seeds of the Lentil, Lens esculenta, Fabaceae
26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
27th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-(2-Hydroxydodecyloxy)ethanol, ethoxylated, propoxylated (9 mol EO, 1 mol PO average molar ratio)
28th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Disodium 5-amino-4-hydroxy-3-(phenylazo)naphthalene-2,7-disulphonate (CI 17200)
29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Sodium benzoate
30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Myo-Inositol, hexakis(dihydrogen phosphate), sodium salt
31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E
32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Tocopheryl Glucoside
33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Xanthan gum
Products in the same category that share this formula's distinguishing ingredients.
La Roche-Posay
Shares 9 key ingredients with Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin: Water, Diisopropyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dicaprylyl Carbonate
La Roche-Posay
Shares 9 key ingredients with Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin: Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diisopropyl Adipate
La Roche-Posay
Shares 8 key ingredients with Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin: Water, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Round Lab
Shares 8 key ingredients with Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin: Water, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diisopropyl Adipate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
Avène
Shares 8 key ingredients with Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin: C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glycerin
d'Alba
Shares 8 key ingredients with Ultra Fluid Oil Control SPF50+ for Oily to combination skin: Water, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
AVENA SATIVA SEED WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, WATER, DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE, ORYZA SATIVA STARCH, PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, C9-12 ALKANE, LAURYL GLUCOSIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, GLYCERIN, TAPIOCA STARCH, TRIMETHYLPENTANEDIOL/ADIPIC ACID/GLYCERIN CROSSPOLYMER, BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CITRIC ACID, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, GLYCERYL LAURATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER, ACID RED 33, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM PHYTATE, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, XANTHAN GUM.
CITRIC ACID.
Before sun exposure, apply one finger's worth of product to the face and neck. Reapply frequently to maintain protection, especially after sweating, swimming or wiping.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
3 ingredients could feed malassezia: Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Glyceryl Laurate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
Use it in the morning, final morning step, before makeup.
It lists 33 ingredients, of which 4 are recorded as actives.
Avène, a brand based in France.
It filters UV with Uvinul A Plus (diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate), Uvinul T 150 (ethylhexyl triazone), Tinosorb S (bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine).
Yes. Its filters cover UVB, UVA II and UVA I, so protection reaches past 340 nm into the deep-UVA range associated with ageing and pigmentation.
Unlikely. It filters with organic (chemical) filters only, which dissolve into the formula rather than sitting on the surface, so they do not leave a white cast.
It contains none of the filters named in the Hawaii and Key West reef legislation (oxybenzone and octinoxate). "Reef safe" is not a regulated term, so treat that as a fact about the filter list rather than a certification.
Yes. Let it set for a couple of minutes before foundation so it does not pill, and reapply over makeup with a stick or powder rather than rubbing more in.
Every two hours of sun exposure, and immediately after swimming, sweating heavily or towelling off.
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