Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+ Review

Hi Beauties,

I have put forward my love for a certain skin care product in many reviews and posts on IMBB.  That one single skin care product is sunscreen. Which product is a must in our lives? It’s a sunscreen! Which is the best skin lightening product? It’s a sunscreen. Which is the best anti-ageing skin care product? It’s a sunscreen! Which product helps in prevention of fine lines, wrinkles, brown spots, sun burns? It is a sunscreen.  Which is a single skin care product, which is common for people of all ages and both sexes? It’s a sunscreen! And, if I ask, which is the skin care product which is not applied judiciously and often neglected (yes, I have seen people skipping it when they go to hilly areas; or even on cloudy days)? Yes, again, it is the sunscreen!

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

As the Ozone layer of our atmosphere is getting corroded, people now are, more than ever before, at an increased risk of exposure to the harmful UV-A (long waves) and UV-B (short wave) rays of the sun. While short length UV-B rays penetrate only the upper layer of skin and mainly cause sunburn, it has more energy and can therefore do more damage to the skin, including skin cancer. The long length UV-A rays penetrate quite deep but have lesser energy, and are involved in tanning, photo aging and also contribute to skin cancer. SPF is “sun protection factor.” In simple terms, if a person develops sunburn within 5 minutes in the absence of sunscreen, with a sunscreen having a SPF of 15, it will take him 15×5= 75 minutes to develop the same amount of sun burn. So, does that mean; that with higher and higher SPF, we will have 100% protection from the sun? Unfortunately, this is not the case. Researches have shown that SPF of 15 will block 94% UVB rays, SPF 30 will block 97% UVB rays, and SPF of 50 will block around 98% UVB rays. After this, the curve actually plateaus, and higher SPFs will block only slightly more UVB rays; but no sunscreen can block 100% of the rays. India being a tropical nation, needs a sunscreen having SPF of at least 30 for its people.

Compared to a few years back, now, there are so many sunscreen products available in the market. Earlier, sunscreens used to be thick, oily sticky, greasy, and leave an ashy cast on the skin; which was the main reason why people avoided them. But now, there are many brands coming up with sunscreen lotions, creams, emulsions, gels, sprays, which are suitable for all skin types, and are cosmetically acceptable. Also, sun block creams (remember, cricketers putting white cream on their face, well that is sunblock), after sun gels, de-tanning gels and masks, and lotions for sun intolerant skin types too have totally flooded the market. Today, I will be reviewing a sunscreen, which I have been using for some time, and I am liking the results.

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

Product Description:

The Very High Protective Emulsion SPF50+ is specially formulated for hypersensitive skin, light and very fair skin; skin prone to sunburn and skin exposed to extreme sunlight. It covers a very broad spectrum UV protection using a combination of exclusive active ingredients. SunSitive protection® from Pierre Fabre Research.Its photoprotective complex is optimised, stable and effective for extended periods. It offers the best protection against UVB and also long and short UVA radiations. Pre-tocopheryl, a vitamin E precursor (powerful antioxidant) protects the skin cells from free radicals, rich in Avene Thermal Spring Water, skin benefits from its soothing and anti-irritant properties; the new active ingredient GlycerylLaurate, to help to regulate excess oil and gives the skin an instant matte finish thanks to presence of mattifyingfators. No white residue.

Ingredients:

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

Price:

Rs. 1250/- for 50 ml of product, I got it at a discount price of Rs. 750/-

My Experience with Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+:

Avene sunscreens come with a SPF of 10, 20, 30 and 50+. These are available in cream, emulsion, lotion, stick form and even sprays. These are suitable to be used on both adult and children skin.

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

For this humid season, I chose the emulsion for myself, thinking that cream might be more heavy, and should be suitable on my dry skin in winters. Well, since using the product, I have come to a conclusion that the emulsion will be good enough for me even in winters.

The product comes in a delightful orange color box packaging. All the details of the product are written on the box itself. Inside the box, the sunscreen emulsion is present in a tube, along with an information leaflet. The tube is a squeezable one, with a pump dispenser at its mouth, which in turn is covered by a plastic cap. The entire system is hygienic, mess free, and ensures that no wastage occurs; besides being extremely travel friendly.

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

The tube has to be squeezed and the pump has to be pressed at the same time, for dispensing of product. The sunscreen emulsion is white in color, has a mild floral fragrance. The consistency is between that of a cream and a lotion; neither too thick, nor too runny.  The emulsion spreads on skin very easily. One to two pumps are more than adequate for the face and neck area. After proper blending, it sinks into the skin completely, without leaving any whitish or ashy cast on the face. It is not a mattifying product; but neither is it oily or greasy. The product gives an almost dewy finish; but has not broken me out or clogged my pores at all. I think that even oily skin types may be able to use this one in winters.

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

I have been using it since last 3 weeks, and I have been happy with the results. I have applied it alone; under makeup; and even under just a pressed powder. The results have been good with all types of application; and it has indeed protected me from any tan. However, just like any other sunscreen, the major con present here is the reapplication of sunscreen (albeit every four hourly…if you believe the claims). However, I use my Peter Thomas Roth Instant Mineral SPF 45 powder for the reapplication; hence that is not a problem for me.

Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+

Pros of Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+:

  • Oil, paraben, alcohol, and silicon free.
  • Certified UVA-compliant.
  • Very water resistant.
  • 100% photostable.
  • Specially formulated for hypersensitive skin, light and very fair skin; skin prone to sunburn and skin exposed to extreme sunlight.
  • Packaging is sturdy, hygienic, and travel friendly.
  • Fragrance is mild, and pleasant.
  • Gets absorbed into skin easily enough.
  • Does not leave skin oily or greasy.
  • Gives a dewy feel to skin.
  • Does not leave any whitish cast on skin.
  • Can be applied underneath makeup as well.
  • Has not broken me out.
  • Has not clogged my pores.
  • Consistency is perfect for all skin types.
  • Has an excellent and broad spectrum sun protection.
  • Can be used on children as well.
  • Many skin beneficial ingredients.

Cons of Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+;

  • Expensive.
  • Available only at select stores or online websites in India.
  • As with any other sunscreen, needs to be re-applied for optimum protection.
  • Dewy finish may not be acceptable to oily skin people in the humid season (not mattifying, as per the brand’s claims).

IMBB Rating:

4.3/5

Would I Repurchase Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+?

Actually, I have not decided yet; and that is just because of the high price.  The quality of the product is excellent, but there are so many good sunscreen products out in the market now-a-days which are inexpensive and suit the purpose. However, I will not discourage anyone from using this; especially dry to combination and sensitive skin beauties, since this one is actually an excellent quality product.

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15 thoughts on “Avene Eau Thermale Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50+ Review

  1. I am guilty of skipping sunscreen, even when it’s sunny Arpita….and the worse thing is that my skin immediately reacts with the rays and I end up with sun burns and patchy skin *headbang* *headbang* *headbang*

    1. rofl rofl ….. Jomo…. I dont think its as bad as u r making it sound….. But yeah…. This one should b good for ur sensitive skin…..

  2. kitne words ka review tha doc? hats off tabhi apko ina time laga to finish it. doc u choose really versatr stuff. if I got to have a sunscreen I will alwaayr look for the most popular n yiuw dare trying new stuff. courageous act. very details review. love reading your articles. …

    1. Awwww…. Princess…. I love chatting with u…. Reviews or otherwise…. *puchhi* *puchhi* ….. Thank u so much…. And yeah….. The review is a bit lengthy naa…. *hihi* *hihi* ….. Guess i got a bit carried away….. And u r the courageous one out there darlin’….. U know why!!!!!!

      1. *puchhi* *thankyou* Doc, i absolutely love chatting with you too, just sorry for not being up to your mark…u know…it is lengthy but really engrossing, you have mentioned every minor detail and that is what is actually a Review….doc it absorbs superb na…

  3. V good review as always Arpita *thankyou* Avene makes some realllyyyyy good skin care *haan ji* I want to try dis out *happy dance*

  4. Wonderful review, Arpita! I love reading your reviews! So very helpful! *puchhi* You have inspired me to start paying more attention to skin care. Thank you! 🙂

  5. *thankyou* padma…. *thankyou* so so much…. I believe good skin is the ultimate beauty requirement….. *puchhi* *puchhi* *thankyou* again

  6. hi! i’m highly allergic to sunscreens. i get red itchy patches. the doctor recommended avene and i am using it hasnt caused any reaction but since the cream is for very fair people and i’m wheatish it leaves a white cast which i really dont like. would anybody here know any good sunscreen for hyperallergic sunsreen?

    1. I don’t think there is something like sunscreens for very fair people. I mean unless there is something specially formulated for albino skin. Some sunscreens (especially physical sunscreens) leave a whitish cast. I am NC 42 and I blend it pretty well and sometimes dust it lightly with some compact powder and it’s fine throughout the day. Avene is even safe to use on babies.

      Note: I also have very dry, sensitive skin and can’t afford to try just any sunscreen 🙂

  7. I have used a variety of sunscreens before and when I switched to Avene given my sensitive skin, I never looked back at the inexpensive ones anymore. After all, they can’t be more precious than my skin, right? 😀

  8. Hi Arpita,

    I was recommended this product by a Pharamacist while on holiday in Spain last summer as my daughter (aged 8) suffered with a bad skin reaction to the sun. All the other high factor/sensitive skin/ child friendly and well known brands that we’d bought with us ended up irritating her skin even more. I found this was a miracle product it calmed my daughters skin immediately, we applied it in the evenings as well to start with and it healed the uncomfortable, allergic reaction. My daughter is fair skinned and this was her first holiday outside of the UK, finding this amazing product meant she was able to enjoy the rest of the holiday in the pool and on the beach, not hiding away inside!! I ended up using it myself and found it was a very pleasant product to use and didn’t feel like a suncream – it felt like a very good moisturiser. Thankyou for your review of this product as I couldn’t remember what it was called and was looking it up to re-buy for this year! I thought my experience of using it may help as it worked as a healing product for us!

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