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Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen
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About this product

A broad-spectrum SPF 50+ chemical sunscreen formulated with Triazorb, a newer UV filter that protects against UVA, UVB, and high-energy visible light. Fragrance-free and water-resistant.

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Guru Score

80%

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Early verdict · Few reviews so far

What they liked

  • Comforting and moisturizing for dry skin
  • Gentle around eyes, no stinging or burning
  • Shiny, glowing finish on skin

What they flagged

  • Strong fragrance despite being labeled fragrance-free
  • Leaves skin somewhat shiny
  • Not available in the US

What the gurus are saying

This sunscreen's standout is Triazorb, a filter that blocks high-energy visible light alongside standard UV protection, which gurus say can make a real difference for anyone dealing with hyperpigmentation or melasma. The formula feels more like a moisturizer than sunscreen (comfortable on sensitive skin and safe around the eyes without stinging or burning) though it does leave skin noticeably shiny and some people report it can rub off onto clothing. One thing to know: it is only available in Europe, as the filter is not approved for sunscreens in the US.
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What the gurus are saying.

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No BS Beauty
No BS Beauty
89k subs
✓Yay
"Avene Intense Sunscreen. I'm going to hold on to that one."
Gothamista
Gothamista
683k subs
✓Yay
"This is so comforting for dry skin when you apply it but still leaves your skin sufficiently moisturized for a pretty long time. It is safe to use around the eye area, although if you really have very very sensitive eyes do not go all in at once. This has no fragrance, no alcohol, great for very sensitive skin and can be used on infants from six months old."
Dr Dray
Dr Dray
2.69M subs
✓Yay
"Triazorb actually has been developed to protect against longer wavelength UVA, which damages the skin deeper, and to protect against visible light, the blue light. And so if you've got hyperpigmentation and you have access to this sunscreen, I would suggest considering it because not only will it effectively protect you from the ultraviolet radiation, but the visible light protection can be a game changer for the dark discoloration."
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"Triazorb actually has been developed to protect against longer wavelength UVA, which damages the skin deeper, and to protect against visible light, the blue light. So if you've got hyperpigmentation and you have access to this sunscreen, I would suggest considering it because not only will it effectively protect you from the ultraviolet radiation, but the visible light protection can be a game changer for the dark discoloration."
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"If you live in Europe and you have access to a sunscreen from Avène, the Intense Protect, [...] that sunscreen has a newer sunscreen active ingredient, Triazorb. Triazorb actually has been developed to protect against longer wavelength UVA, which damages the skin deeper, and to protect against visible light, the blue light."
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"One of my all-time favorite sunscreens is the Avène Intense Protect. It has Triazorb, which is an actual sunscreen active ingredient that protects against ultraviolet radiation, but it also protects against visible light as well."
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"Triazorb actually has been developed to protect against longer wavelength UVA, which damages the skin deeper, and to protect against visible light, the blue light. And so if you've got hyperpigmentation and you have access to this sunscreen, I would suggest considering it because not only will it effectively protect you from the ultraviolet radiation, but the visible light protection can be a game changer for the dark discoloration."
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"That was a really exciting ingredient, and I ended up using that sunscreen again this year as a body sunscreen. I really like it a lot, Avène Intense Protect."
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"What I like most about this is not only do I like the way that it looks, it kind of gives the skin a nice glow on the face, it doesn't burn around the eyes, which I also love, doesn't run into my eyes or cause burning or stinging, and it has triasorb, which is an ingredient that helps protect against visible light from the sun, which for people with deeper skin tones can really help with hyperpigmentation. It's a great ingredient, I love this product. Too bad you can't get it here."
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"I've also been using the Avène Intense Protect with Tri-Xorb. That particular sunscreen was in my 2021 sunscreen favorites, and Tri-Xorb protects against visible light. I've been using that product a lot lately on my body, especially poolside, and it's water resistant."
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"The Avene Intense Protect was my favorite sunscreen of 2021."
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"This is my number one sunscreen from this year. [...] It looks really good on the skin, it's moisturizing, it's not greasy, and [...] it feels as though I'm really just putting on a moisturizer. I put it around my eyelids with no burning or stinging, and throughout the day it doesn't seep into my eyes causing that blurry vision."
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"This is seriously my favorite sunscreen of this year. [...] It's got really good filters in it, it's a really good broad spectrum sunscreen, and it has their new filter Triazorb in it which allegedly according to their studies will protect against those pro-pigmenting wavelengths in visible light, the blue light, the HEV, which can generate free radicals in the skin that damage collagen and contribute to hyperpigmentation."
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"What I'm using and loving is this Avène Intense Protect chemical sunscreen with the new filter Tri Sorb."
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"I do find that it is shiny, but I really like this otherwise. I tolerate the shininess [...] just fine around my eyes, and it doesn't rub off on or stain my clothes."
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"I have been loving this Avène Intense Protect Sunscreen. It's a chemical sunscreen with the new filter Tri-Sorb in it. [...] It does leave the skin a little bit shiny, but I'm cool with that."

Frequently asked.

What is Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen?

A broad-spectrum SPF 50+ chemical sunscreen formulated with Triazorb, a newer UV filter that protects against UVA, UVB, and high-energy visible light. Fragrance-free and water-resistant.

Is Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen worth it?

Yes. All 3 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 80%.

What is Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen's Guru Score?

Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen holds a Guru Score of 80%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 3 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen best for?

Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+ Sunscreen is generally suited to sensitive skin.

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