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Pregnancy Safe Skincare from Avene

Pregnancy safe products from Avene

Pregnancy safe skincare can be super difficult and confusing. I have an entire guide devoted to what products are safe to use while pregnant including information on what ingredients to avoid while pregnant and a huge list of pregnancy safe skincare products. The list has gotten so large that I’ve decided to start listing brands in their own individual posts.

Here you’ll find every pregnancy safe skincare product from Avene as of 4/2/2022. If it is not safe, I’ll tell you why. All of the products meet my pregnancy safe criteria. If they release a new product that is not listed here, please comment below and I will add it. Note I will link to every product directly to avoid confusion. You’ll know exactly which product I mean.

Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Products from Avene

A-OXitive Antioxidant Defense Serum (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
A-OXitive Antioxidant Water-Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
A-OXitive SOS Antioxidant Sheet Mask (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Antirougeurs CALM Soothing Mask (at DermStore)
Antirougeurs CLEAN Soothing Cleansing Lotion (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• Antirougeurs Fort Relief Concentrate (at DermStore)
• Care for Sensitive Lips (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cicalfate HAND (at DermStore)
Cicalfate LIPS Restorative Lip Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cicalfate Post-Procedure Emulsion (at DermStore)
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• Cicalfate Scar Gel (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cleanance Cleansing Gel (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cleanance Concentrate Blemish Control Serum (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cleanance HYDRA Soothing Cream (at DermStore)
Cleansing Foam (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cold Cream Concentrated Hand Cream (at DermStore)
Cold Cream Crème (at DermStore)
• Cold Cream Lip Butter (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Cold Cream Nutrition Nourishing Lip Balm (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Eau Thermale Spring Water (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover (at DermStore)
Gentle Milk Cleanser (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Gentle Scrub Body (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Gentle Toning Lotion (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 (at DermStore)
Hydrance Aqua-Gel (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• Hydrance Boost Concentrated Hydrating Serum (at BlueMercury)
Hydrance INTENSE Rehydrating Serum (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Hydrance LIGHT Hydrating Emulsion (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Hydrance RICH Hydrating Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• Intense Eye Make-up Remover (at DermStore)
• Makeup Removing Micellar Water (at BlueMercury)
Micellar Lotion Cleanser & Make-Up Remover (at DermStore)
• Milk Cleanser (at BlueMercury)
Mineral Tinted Compact SPF 50
Moisturizing Melt-in Balm (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Oil-Free Gel Cleanser (at DermStore)
PhysioLift DAY Smoothing Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
PhysioLift DAY Smoothing Emulsion (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
PhysioLift SERUM Smoothing, Plumping Serum (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Refreshing Eye Contour Care (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Revitalizing Nourishing Cream (at DermStore)
RICH Revitalizing Nourishing Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Skin Care Oil (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
• Skin Recovery Cream – Rich (at DermStore)
Soothing Eye Contour Cream (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Soothing Radiance Mask (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Soothing Sheet Mask (at DermStore, BlueMercury)
Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm (at BlueMercury)
Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Cream (at BlueMercury)
Tolérance Extrême Cleansing Lotion (at DermStore)
Tolérance Extrême Cream (at DermStore)
Tolérance Extrême Emulsion (at DermStore)
Tolérance Extrême Mask (at DermStore)
Tolerance Extremely Gentle Cleanser
TriAcnéal DAY Mattifying Lotion (at DermStore)
TriXéra Nutrition Nutri-Fluid Balm (at DermStore)
TriXéra Nutrition Nutri-Fluid Cleansing Gel (at DermStore)
Very High Protection Mineral Cream SPF 50+
Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream for Intolerant Skin
Very High Protection Mineral Lotion sun protection SPF 50+
Very High Protection Tinted Mineral Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream for Intolerant Skin
XeraCalm A.D Lipid-Replenishing Balm (at DermStore)
XeraCalm A.D Lipid-Replenishing Cleansing Oil (at DermStore)
XeraCalm A.D Lipid-Replenishing Cream (at DermStore)
XeraCalm A.D Ultra-Rich Cleansing Bar (at DermStore)

Not Safe for Pregnancy, Ok for Nursing

After-Sun Repair: Licorice Root
Cleanance HYDRA Soothing Cleansing Cream (at DermStore): Salicylic Acid
Cleanance MASK (at DermStore): Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid
Cleanance Mattifying Emulsion (at DermStore, BlueMercury): Salicylate
Gentle Exfoliating Gel (at DermStore, BlueMercury): Salicylate
High Protection Children Spray SPF 50+: Chemical Sunscreens
High Protection Spray SPF 50+: Chemical Sunscreens
Hydrance BB-LIGHT Tinted Hydrating Emulsion: Chemical Sunscreens
Moisturizing Silky Gel Self-Tanner: DHA
Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+ (at BlueMercury): Salicylate
Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ (at DermStore, BlueMercury): Salicylate
Very High Protection High Sun Protection Lotion SPF 50+: Chemical Sunscreens

Not Safe for Pregnancy or Nursing

PhysioLift EYES (at DermStore, BlueMercury): Retinoid
PhysioLift NIGHT Smoothing Balm (at DermStore, BlueMercury): Retinoid
RetrinAL 0.05 Cream (at DermStore): Retinoid
RetrinAL 0.1 Intensive Cream (at DermStore): Retinoid
• RetrinAL ADVANCED Wrinkle Corrector (at DermStore): Retinoid
RetrinAL DAY Cream (at DermStore): Note, I’m assuming something is wonky with the online ingredient lists I can find for this product. It’s named as if it has a retinoid, retinoids are in product descriptions and key ingredient lists, all of the other products in this line have retinoids… but I can’t find it in the listed full ingredients. I’m still pretty convinced they must be in there so I’m placing the product here. If you buy it, I would look VERY closely at the ingredient list before use.
RetrinAL EYES (at DermStore): Retinoid
TriAcnéal NIGHT Smoothing Lotion (at DermStore): Retinoid

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464 Comments

  1. 5.28.19
    Karolina said:

    Dear Doctor,

    may I ask you to review if I may use this rose body oil when I am pregnant:

    Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Isopropyl Myristate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Vegetable Oil, Tocopherol, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Vegetable Oil, Tocopherol, Parfum, Rosa Centifolia Flower, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Citral

    and this clay face mask:

    Aqua, Glycerin, Amylose, Kaolin, Betaine, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Aqua, Glycerin, Quercus Robur Bark Extract, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propylene Glycol, Aqua, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Polysorbate 80, Xanthan Gum, Parfum

    thank you for your time and kind help,

    Best Regards,
    Karolina

    • 5.30.19
      15mins said:

      Those are ok

      • 5.30.19
        Karolina said:

        thank you <3

        • 3.25.23
          Eugenia said:

          Hi Doctor! Thank you so much for your help concerning such an important issue. I checked the Avene safe and unsafe products for pregnancy and I cannot find “Cleanance micellar water”, is it safe? Thank you very much in advance.

          • 3.25.23
            Christine said:

            As mentioned in the post, I need a full ingredient list to review your product as I’ve reviewed all of the ones I have access to. More info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety. Note, I do not follow links from readers, I need the actual list. Thanks!

        • 4.17.23
          Sabine said:

          Hello, is it safe during nursing to use those two products?

          Avene Intense Protect 50+
          AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

          Avene Fluide Ultra-Light
          AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL МETHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

          • 4.17.23
            Christine said:

            Both are Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

      • 3.13.23
        Bertie said:

        Please could you let me know if Avene, Antirougeurs JOUR, SPF30, Soothing Cream is safe for nursing?

        Ingredients list:
        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. 4-T-BUTYLCYCLOHEXANOL. ACRYLATES / C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BLUE 1 (CI 42090). CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PERFUME). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. OCTYLDODECANOL. PONGAMIA GLABRA SEED OIL. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TROPOLONE. XANTHAN GUM.

        Thank you so much

        • 3.13.23
          Christine said:

          Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

      • 3.1.24
        Daniela batarce said:

        Hi doc!

        Avene b3 hialuron active

        VENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). NIACINAMIDE. GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM HYALURONATE. ADENOSINE. CITRIC ACID. SODIUM BENZOATE
        94% de ingredientes de origen natural

        • 3.1.24
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

    • 5.10.20
      Persefoni said:

      Hello, is avene clearance soin teinte safe for pregnancy?

      • 5.10.20
        15mins said:
      • 6.2.24
        Lu said:

        Hello Doctor,

        Is Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Face and Body Lotion safe for pregnancy?

        Active: Zinc Oxide 12%.
        Inactive: Allantoin, Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Bisabolol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Glyceryl Stearate, Isoamyl Laurate, Lecithin, Methylpropanediol, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Phenylpropanol, Polyester-7, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-4 Disostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Silica, Sodium Chloride, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tribehenin, Tridecyl Salicylate, Water.

        • 6.2.24
          Christine said:

          Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  2. 5.30.19
    Gia said:

    Hi Dr. – can you please note as to why the Avene Micellar Lotion/Water is not safe for pregnancy, but OK for nursing? It didn’t have a specific ingredient noted next to them as the other products listed do.

    Many thanks!

    Gia

    • 5.30.19
      15mins said:

      That’s just a copy and paste error, I write these lists in HTML because it is faster but it’s an eye boggling mess in the editor, so sometimes I think I’m in the right spot when I paste in the product name, but i’m not! That’s why I paste in the name and then immediately type out what the ingredients are, on occasion I put things in the wrong spot. I missed fixing this one. It’s safe!

      • 5.31.19
        Gia said:

        OK great – thanks so much for clarifying! Your posts have been extremely helpful throughout my pregnancy <3

  3. 6.4.19
    Lulu G said:

    Hi Dr. Christine,

    A friend gifted this sunscreen for me. Can you please review? Thank you!

    Avene Very High Protection Mineral Lotion SPF 50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CYCLOMETHICONE. GLYCERIN. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA. WATER (AQUA). STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). IRON OXIDES (CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. XANTHAN GUM

    • 6.4.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  4. 6.6.19
    Angeline Cheong said:

    Dear Dr Christine
    May I have your review for Avene’s HYDRANCE OPTIMALE AQUA CREAM-IN-GEL. I think it’s a fairly new product and I can’t seem to find it in your list (pardon me if I missed it ). I’m 14 weeks pregnant now and have been using this product. Thanks a lot! Really love your site ! Ingredient list below.

    WATER (AQUA). BUTYLENE GLYCOL. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. PROPANEDIOL. SQUALANE. GLYCERIN.POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). BETAINE. CETYL PALMITATE. DIMETHICONE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CARBOMER.CUCURBITA PEPO (PUMPKIN) SEED OIL (CUCURBITA PEPO SEED OIL). FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL STEARATE SE. HYDROGENATED COCO-GLYCERIDES. LECITHIN. MYRTUS COMMUNIS LEAF EXTRACT. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL (PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL). PHENOXYETHANOL. POLOXAMER 188. POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM CHONDROITIN SULFATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. SODIUM METHYL STEAROYL TAURATE. SORBITAN STEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE.

    • 6.7.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

      • 6.8.19
        Angeline Cheong said:

        Thank you very much !

    • 6.26.24
      Vic said:

      Hi, may I ask if Avene Cleanance Comedomed Anti-Blemishes Concentrate is safe for pregnancy and nursing?
      Ingredient list: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL. PEG-6. GLYCERIN. SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT. SILICA. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. WATER (AQUA)
      Active Ingredients: Comedoclastin™: Helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes and limits their reappearance.
      Avène Thermal Spring Water: At the heart of every Avène product. Soothing and softening properties.

      • 6.26.24
        Christine said:

        this is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  5. 6.8.19
    Kelly said:

    Hi Doctor, may I have your review on this product please? I am wondering if this is still for pregnancy. Thank you so much!!

    Sunplay Skin Aqua UV Watery Gel SPF 50 PA+++:

    Ectoin, Citric Acid, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Fragrance, Xanthan Gum, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Polysorbate 60, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Citrate, Methylisothiazolinone, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Disodium Phenyl Dibenzimidazole Tetrasulfonate, Silica, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Arachidyl Glucoside, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, water.

    • 6.8.19
      15mins said:

      This has chemical sunscreens, so I wouldn’t use it while pregnant. Ok for nursing though.

      • 6.12.19
        Kelly said:

        Thank you so much!

  6. 6.10.19
    Giang said:

    Hi Dr. Christine,

    A friend gifted this Avene DermAbsolu Day Cream 40ml for me. Can you please review? Thank you!

    https://www.avene.com.au/face/anti-ageing/dermabsolu-range/dermabsolu-defining-day-cream

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA) PENTAERYTHRITYL TRACAPRYLATE/TETRACAPRATE GLYCERIN COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE TRIBEHENIN PEG-20 ESTERS BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER) METHYL GLUCETH-20 DIMETHICONE GLYCERYL LINOLEATE BAKUCHIOL BEHENYL ALCOHOL BIS-PEG-12 DIMETHICONE BEESWAX POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL (SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL) BEHENIC ACID BENZOIC ACID CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE CAPRYLYL GLYCOL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER DISODIUM EDTA FRAGRANCE (PARFUM) GLYCERYL LINOLENATE GLYCERYL OLEATE GLYCERYL PALMITATE GLYCERYL STEARATE GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL (GLYCINE SOJA OIL) HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL) HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER MICA PEG-7 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE COCONUT ETHER PROPYLENE GLYCOL SILICA SODIUM HYDROXIDE SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) TOCOPHEROL TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE TRIBEHENIN VANILLA TAHITENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT WATER (AQUA)

    • 6.10.19
      15mins said:

      This is ok

  7. 6.12.19
    Kelly said:

    Dear Doctor,

    May I ask you to review this product please? Nu Skin Epoch Baobab Body Butter. Is this product safe to use during pregnancy?

    Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Isononyl Isononanoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Myristyl Myristate, Stearic Acid, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract,* Centella Asiatica Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Polyacrylamide, Carbomer, Laureth-7, Butylene Glycol, C13-14 Isoparafin, Xanthan Gum, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum)

    • 6.12.19
      15mins said:

      Looks ok to me 🙂

  8. 7.2.19
    Lynn said:

    Dear Doctor,

    Would like to know if Avene Cleanance Skin Refining Serum is safe to use?

    WATER (AQUA); BUTYLENE GLYCOL; ALCOHOL; DIMETHICONE; GLYCERIN; PENTYLENE GLYCOL; AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA); PEG-60 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL; 1,2-HEXANEDIOL; ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER; ALGIN; CAPRYLYL GLYCOL; CARBOMER; ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN; FRAGRANCE (PARFUM); GLYCERYL LAURATE; LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT); PAPAIN; PHENOXYETHANOL; POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE; SILICA; SODIUM BENZOATE.

    Thank you!

    • 7.2.19
      15mins said:

      This looks fine to me

  9. 7.23.19
    Joan D said:

    Hi Dr Christine

    Is this safe for pregnancy? Thanks!

    Avene SPF 50+ Sunscreen Spray for Children

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Octocrylene. Glycerin. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Water (Aqua). Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Titanium Dioxyde. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane. Diisopropyl Adipate. Dicaprylyl Ether. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Cetearyl Isononanoate. Cyclopentasiloxane. Lauryl Glucoside. Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Cyclohexasiloxane. Dimethicone.Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Citric Acid. Decyl Glucoside. Disodium Edta. Propylene Glycol. Silica. Sorbic Acid. Tocopherol.Tocopheryl Glucoside. Xanthan Gum.

    • 7.24.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, I would avoid this due to the chemical sunscreens

      • 7.26.19
        Joan D said:

        thanks for the advice 🙂

  10. 8.2.19
    Veron See said:

    Hi is this sunscreen safe for pregnancy?

    Cleanance Sunscreen SPF 50+: 

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE
    POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. GLYCERYL LAURATE. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM. ZINC GLUCONATE

    • 8.2.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid it during pregnancy due to the chemical sunscreens

  11. 8.7.19
    Divya said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Im 7 months pregnant could you please suggest if i can use the below product:
    Avène TriAcéal EXPERT
    The list of ingredients are:

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. ISODODECANE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. GLYCERIN. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. WATER (AQUA). POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. ALGIN. ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL. ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. BHT. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL LINSEEDATE. CARBOMER. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. PAPAIN. PEG-7 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE COCONUT ETHER. POTASSIUM SORBATE. RED 33 (CI 17200). RETINAL. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE.

    • 8.13.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this while pregnant due to the retinoid. Many would avoid it during nursing as well, if you’re being more conservative.

  12. 8.24.19
    Katherine said:

    Hello Dr., is this Avene sunscreen safe during pregnancy and nursing: Ultra-light hydrating sunscreen lotion 50 face. Ingredientes: AVOBENZONE (3%), HOMOSALATE (13%), OCTISALATE (5%), OCTOCRYLENE (10%)
    INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, ISODODECANE, GLYCERIN, SILICA, ISOHEXADECANE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE, POLYESTER-7, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIHEPTANOATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCRYLENE, POLYESTER-8, SORBITOL, ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL, BEHENYL ALCOHOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, STEARETH-2, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, XANTHAN GUM, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-3 DISTEARATE, LECITHIN, OLEIC ACID, DISODIUM EDTA, STEARETH-100, MANNAN, P-ANISIC ACID

    Thank you!

    • 8.25.19
      15mins said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

      • 8.25.19
        Katherine said:

        Thank you very much! 🙂

        • 2.5.24
          Maria said:

          Hi! I would like to know if these ones are safe during pregnacy:

          1) Cleanance Comedomed Localised Drying Emulsion

          AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. ISODODECANE. GLYCOLIC ACID. ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL. PEG-6. GLYCERIN. WATER (AQUA). HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL. ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). POLYSORBATE 60. RED 33 (CI 17200). RETINAL. SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL

          2) Cleanance Sunscreen SPF 50+

          AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH). PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). GLYCERIN. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. GLYCERYL LAURATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TAPIOCA STARCH. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM. ZINC GLUCONATE

          Thank you!!

          • 2.5.24
            Christine said:

            #1 Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to glycolic acid
            #2 Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

          • 2.10.24
            Maria said:

            Thank you so much! Do you know if then this one is also not ok for pregnancy because of chemical sunscreens?

            Avène Cleanance Women Tinted Day Emulsion
            AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. WATER (AQUA). GLYCERIN. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. METHYL GLUCETH-20. SILICA. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH (ZEA MAYS STARCH). MICA. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. HEXYLRESORCINOL. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT). PENTYLENE GLYCOL. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

          • 2.10.24
            Christine said:

            Yeah, that has a lot of chemical sunscreens. Ok for nursing though!

  13. 8.25.19
    Katherine said:

    Hello Dr., can you please tell me if Avene Mineral light mattifying sunscreen lotion 50 is safe to use during pregnancy? Thank you!
    Ingredientes: ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:TITANIUM DIOXIDE (5.5%), ZINC OXIDE (8%).

    INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, GLYCERIN, SILICA, STYRENE ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, ISOSTEARYL ISOSTERATE, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, POLYESTER-7, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIHEPTANOATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, STEARETH-100, PHENOXYETHANOL, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-3 DISTEARATE, P-ANISIC ACID, GLYCERYL LAURATE, CAPRYLOL GLYCINE, STEARETH-2, POLYACTYLAMIDE, ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL, C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN, SORBITOL, BEHENYL ALCOHOL, ZINC GLUCONATE, TOCOPHERYL, ISOSTEATIC ACID, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, ALUMINA, METHICONE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SARCOSINE, DISODIUM EDTA, ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE, MANNAN, XANTHAN GUM, CINNAMOMUM ZEYLANICUM BARK EXTRACT, LAURETH-7, LECITHIN, IRON OXIDE, OLEIC ACID.

    KEY INGREDIENTS

    Titanium Dioxide (5.5%) and Zinc Oxide (8%) provide broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 50+ protection
    Monolaurin helps reduce excess oil and shine
    Zinc Gluconate helps soothe irritation and redness
    Vitamin E provides powerful antioxidant protection against free radicals

    • 8.26.19
      15mins said:

      This has a salicylate that I would avoid during pregnancy. Sorry!

      • 8.26.19
        Katherine said:

        Thank you! This is really helpful!

      • 11.2.20
        Steph said:

        Hi Dr,

        Can you please tell me if this sunscreen is ok to use during pregnancy & nursing?

        Avene SPF 50+ Face and Body Lotion 100ml for sensitive skin

        Ingredients:
        Water (Avene Thermal Spring Water). Octocrylene. Dicaprylyl Ether. Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Cyclopentasiloxane. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane . Cetearyl Isononanoate. Glycerin. Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Diisopropyl Adipate. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate. Stearyl Alcohol. Cyclohexasiloxane. Vp/Eicosene Copolymer. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Decyl Glucoside. Dimethicone. Disodium Edta. Fragrance (Parfum). Glyceryl Behenate. Glyceryl Dibehenate. Propylene Glycol. Silica. Sorbic Acid. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Xanthan Gum.

        • 11.3.20
          Christine said:

          This has chemical sunscreens, ok for nursing but not pregnancy.

  14. 9.8.19
    Kyle said:

    Hi Doctor,
    Im extremely grateful for the work you are doing..Can you please tell me if i can use the following product during 3 rd trimester of my pregnancy and during nursing since i live in a extreme humid place and my pores are getting bigger and bigger everyday because of too much of oiliness on my face..
    Its a korean product and says its safe to use during pregnancy and nursing but i want to take ur advice

    The product is Slurp Niacid
    Ingredients list is:

    pharmacuetical transDermal{Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Illicium Verum (Anise) Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Tranexamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate}distillated

    Link : https://slurp.co.kr/products/niacid

    • 9.8.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this while pregnant due to the snail secretion (it’s mostly just an unknown, no data that it is bad), but the willow bark is considered a salicylate and needs to be avoided during pregnancy. It is ok for nursing.
      I would look into a Clarisonic actually. It can be used with your regular face wash, but the sonic cleaning action has been shown to help clear pores more than other cleaning actions, and it gently exfoliates the skin.

      • 9.10.19
        Kyle said:

        Thabk you so much

  15. 10.14.19
    Jane said:

    The PhysioLift Eyes Wrinkles contains Retinaldehyde but is currently under your “Pregnancy Safe” list. Could they have reformulated since you last reviewed it? I included the full ingredients below for easy reference.

    WATER, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, GLYCERIN, ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER, CETYL ALCOHOL, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DIMETHICONE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ASCOPHYLLUM NODOSUM EXTRACT, BHT, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CETEARETH-33, DISODIUM EDTA, RETINAL, SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, XANTHAN GUM

    Thank you!!

    • 10.14.19
      15mins said:

      I’m glad you caught that! I do go through line by line, but I’m always worried I’m going to catch some ingredients (in case my eyes go all buggy) and I search for a set number of terms to catch these things, and “ret” (to catch the beginning of different retinoid chemicals) is one of them. I didn’t catch this one, I just moved it down to the correct category. I could have been reformulated, or sometimes the ingredient lists online just aren’t correct 🙁 That’s why I recommend checking your products too. Thank you for your help!

  16. 11.4.19
    Jasmine said:

    Hi Doctor, I have this cream sunscreen from Avene and was wondering if it is safe for pregnancy / nursing. Could you help to review please? Thank you!

    Avene Very High Protection Fragrance Free Cream SPF 50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO].
    WATER (AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. GLYCERIN. SILICA. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CARBOMER. DISODIUM EDTA. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 11.5.19
      15mins said:

      I wouldn’t use this while pregnant due to the chemical sunscreens. It’s ok for nursing

  17. 11.7.19
    Baisakhi said:

    Hello doctor,
    May i have your review on below products , it seems cater to asian market

    1.Avene Bright’Intense Brightening Essence
    Avene thermal spring water (avene aqua), Coco-caprylate/caprate, Water (aqua), Polymethyl methacrylate, Glycerin, Ascorbyl glucoside, C30-45 alkyldimethylsilyl, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Arachidyl alcohol, Arachidyl glucoside, Behenyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil (helianthus annuus seed oil), Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Isohexadecane, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 60, Sclerotium gum, Silica, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Sorbitan isostearate, Titanium dioxide (ci 77891), Tocopherol, Undaria pinnatifida extract

    2.
    Avene Bright’Intense Brightening Emulsion

    Avene thermal spring water (avene aqua), Dimethicone, Glycerin, Water (aqua), Methyl gluceth-20, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, 1,2-hexanediol, Ascorbyl glucoside, C30-45 alkyldimethylsilyl polypropylsilsesquioxane, Tribehenin peg-20 esters, Sodium polyacrylate, Behenic acid, Butylene glycol, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Sclerotium gum, Silica, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Titanium dioxide (ci 77891), Tocopherol, Tribehenin, Undaria pinnatifida extract

    3.

    Avene Day Protector Tinted Cream 30 SPF

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Dicaprylyl Carbonate. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Glycerin. Ethylhexyl Salicylate. Nylon-12. Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Dimethicone. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Water (Aqua). Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Silica. Methyl Gluceth-20. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate. Benzoic Acid. Beta-Sitosterol. C30-45 Alkyl Methicone. C30-45 Olefin. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil). Decyl Glucoside. Dimethicone Crosspolymer. Disodium Edta. Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract (Glycine Soja Seed Extract). Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides. Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), (Ci 77491), (Ci 77499). Lecithin. Mica. Peg-32. Peg-400. Poloxamer 188. Propylene Glycol. Sodium Chloride. Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Xanthan Gum.

    • 11.10.19
      15mins said:

      #1 and 2 are pregnancy and nursing safe
      #3 has chemical sunscreens and a salicylate, so ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  18. 11.16.19
    H chan said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Your website have been most useful navigating all the different brands safe for us pregnant women. Thank you for your all your time and help. I just purchased the Avene Very High Protection Emulsion SPF 50. I have mistaken this product over the mineral one previously mentioned. Please help review if it is safe. Thanks so much.

    Active ingredients

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). CETEARYL ISONONANOATE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (parfum).
    GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE.
    GLYCERYL LAURATE. HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES. HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES. PROPYLENE GLYCOL SILCA. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 11.16.19
      15mins said:

      Not safe for pregnancy with the chemical sunscreens, but ok for nursing

      • 11.16.19
        H Chan said:

        Yikes been using it for three days. Ok must avoid it or give it away. Thank you!!!!!

  19. 12.23.19
    Georgia said:

    Avene cold cream lip balm has Stearic Acid is that safe for pregnancy. Thanking you again in advance

    • 12.23.19
      15mins said:

      Yes, it’s fine. It’s a fatty acid, it’s found in things like shea butter. It isn’t an acid.

  20. 12.25.19
    Brenda said:

    Hello! I have been using the Avene Tolerance Extreme Emulsion light texture and I noticed in Canada the ingredients are labelled a little differently! Just checking to make sure it’s all still ok while pregnant. Thank you so much!

    Aqua, squalane, behenyl alcohol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, sodium acrylates/c10-30, alkyl acrylate crosspolymer

    • 12.25.19
      15mins said:

      Looks fine to me!

  21. 12.27.19
    A said:

    Hi, is this pregnancy safe?

    Thank you!!

    ** Avene very high protection Mineral Fluid SPF50+

    Zinc Oxide [Nano],Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua),Titanium Dioxide [Nano],Coco-Caprylate/Caprate,Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate,Isopropyl Palmitate,Isodecyl Neopentanoate,Isododecane,Isohexadecane,Ptfe,Triethylhexanoin,Dicaprylyl Ether,Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate,Alumina,Stearic Acid,Caprylyl Glycol,Peg-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer,Silica,Benzoic Acid,Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,Disodium Edta,Disteardimonium Hectorite,Glyceryl Behenate,Glyceryl Dibehenate,Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil),Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate,Polyamide-3,Sodium Chloride,Tocopherol,Tocopheryl Glucoside,Tribehenin,Triethoxycaprylylsilane,Water (Aqua).

    • 12.28.19
      15mins said:

      Looks good!

  22. 12.29.19
    Julie said:

    Hello,

    Is this sunscreen safe for pregnancy?

    Avène Sunscreen Lotion Face & Body SPF50+ 100ml

    Water (avene thermal spring water). Octocrylene. Dicaprylyl ether. Methylene bis-benzotriazolyl tetramethylbutylphenol [nano]. Cyclopentasiloxane. Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane . Cetearyl isononanoate. Glycerin. Titanium dioxide [nano]. Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine. C12-15 alkyl benzoate. Diisopropyl adipate. Potassium cetyl phosphate. Stearyl alcohol. Cyclohexasiloxane. Vp/eicosene copolymer. Caprylic/capric triglyceride. Caprylyl glycol. Decyl glucoside. Dimethicone. Disodium edta. Fragrance (parfum). Glyceryl behenate. Glyceryl dibehenate. Propylene glycol. Silica. Sorbic acid. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl glucoside. Tribehenin. Xanthan gum.

    Thank you!

    • 12.29.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has chemical sunscreens. ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  23. 1.28.20
    Aline said:

    Hi Dr. Could you please tell me if Avène Cleanance Hydra Soothing Cream is safe for pregnancy?

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed oil (Carthamus Tinctorius Seed oil), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Peg-12, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Linoleate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crospolymer, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Linolenate, Glyceryl Oleate, Glyceryl Palmitate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum

    Best regards,

    Aline

    • 1.28.20
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  24. 3.15.20
    KIA said:

    Hi Dr. Christine,

    Could you please review this serum? I could not find it on your list. Thank you!
    Avene Hydrance Intense Rehydrating Serum 30ml
    Link: https://www.aveneusa.com/hydrance-optimale-hydrating-serum
    Ingridients:

    AVÈNE THERMAL SPRING WATER, METHYL GLUCETH-20, PEG-12, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, GLYCERIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL CETETH-3 ACETATE, POLYACRYLAMIDE, ALCOHOL, BENZOIC ACID, C13-14 ISOPARAFFIN, FRAGRANCE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, LAURETH-7, PEG/PPG-18/18 DIMETHICONE, PHENOXYETHANOL, PHOSPHOLIPIDS, SODIUM ACETATE, SODIUM DNA, TETRASODIUM EDTA.

    • 3.15.20
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  25. 3.30.20
    Caroline Gorge said:

    Hi Dr Christine,

    I’m desperately looking for a tinted moisturiser with SPF and I’m very hopeful about this one (fingers crossed).
    I can see thanks to hard work that the Avène Mineral Fluid SPF50 is ok for pregnancy, but what about its tinted version which has different ingredients?

    Avène Tinted Mineral Fluid SPF50.

    Zinc Oxide [Nano], Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Titanium Dioxide [Nano], Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, PTFE, Triethylexanoin, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Iron Oxides (CI 77492) (CI77491) (CI77499), Mica, Aluminia, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Silica, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Behenate, Gylceryl Dibehenate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-butyl, Hydroxyhydrocin-Namate, Polyamide-3, Sodium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide (CI77891), Tocopheryl Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water (Aqua),

    Thank you so much!

    Caroline

    • 3.30.20
      15mins said:

      This one is ok!

  26. 4.23.20
    Yvonne said:

    Dear Doctor,

    Thank you for the very comprehensive list. I was wondering if you could kindly take a look at this Avene Sunscreen (and also if sunscreen is an absolute mask if Im working indoors in front of a computer for almost 10 hours a day?).

    Given I’m from Singapore, Asia, I’m not sure if the range of Avene sunscreen available might be different.

    AVENE CREAM FRAGRANCE-FREE SPF 50+
    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA).
    C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE.
    COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE.
    METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO].
    WATER (AQUA).
    CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE.
    BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE.
    DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE.
    GLYCERIN.
    SILICA.
    BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE.
    POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE.
    DECYL GLUCOSIDE.
    1,2-HEXANEDIOL.
    VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER.
    ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER.
    BENZOIC ACID.
    BUTYLENE GLYCOL.
    CARBOMER.
    DISODIUM EDTA.
    GLYCERYL BEHENATE.
    GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE.
    HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). OXOTHIAZOLIDINE.
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL.
    SODIUM BENZOATE.
    SODIUM HYDROXIDE.
    TOCOPHEROL.
    TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE.
    TRIBEHENIN.
    XANTHAN GUM.

    Thank you very much.

    Regards,
    Yvonne

    • 4.24.20
      15mins said:

      This has chemical sunscreens, so ok for nursing but not pregnancy

      • 4.24.20
        Yvonne said:

        Thank you Doctor.

  27. 4.24.20
    Yvonne said:

    Dear Doctor,

    I am based in Singapore and found that some Avene products of the same name (range) do carry very different ingredients. Kindly review in this is safe for pregnancy?

    HYDRANCE RICH HYDRATING CREAM
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA).
    MINERAL OIL (PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM).
    GLYCERIN.
    ISOHEXADECANE.
    DIMETHICONE.
    CETEARYL ALCOHOL.
    CARTHAMUS. TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL (CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL).
    ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE.
    TRIETHYLHEXANOIN.
    GLYCERYL STEARATE.
    PEG-100 STEARATE.
    1,2-HEXANEDIOL.
    BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE.
    BENZOIC ACID.
    BETA-SITOSTEROL.
    BHT.
    DISODIUM EDTA.
    FRAGRANCE (PARFUM).
    POLYACRYLATE-13.
    POLYISOBUTENE.
    POLYSORBATE 20.
    SODIUM HYDROXIDE.
    SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE.
    WATER (AQUA).
    XANTHAN GUM.

    Much appreciated, thank you.

    • 4.25.20
      15mins said:

      This looks fine. Some brands change their ingredients quite a bit for different regions. I’m in the US, so make sure you double check everything I linked to, I’m glad you did this time!

      • 4.26.20
        Yvonne said:

        Yes glad I took the time to compare just in case.

        Thank you Doctor! 🙂

  28. 4.30.20
    Ioana said:

    Hello Cristine, would you be so kind to review the Hydrance Light Spf 30 sunscreen emulsion? Does it contain chemical sunscreen? Is it safe for pregnancy?
    Thank you!
    https://www.avene.co.uk/face/daily-care/hydrance-dehydrated-skin/hydrance-uv-light-hydrating-emulsion-spf30

    • 4.30.20
      15mins said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  29. 5.3.20
    Ioana said:

    Dear Christine,

    What do you think about METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO], is it safe to use during pregnancy or for SPF for 3 year old children? Most all of Avene SPF products contain this ingredient. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE is also very used in their products.
    Thank you very much!!

    • 5.3.20
      15mins said:

      C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE is a conditioning agent that helps hold everything together that is fine for a kid and during pregnancy.
      METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL is Tinosorb M, a chemical sunscreen. That should be avoided during pregnancy but it is fine for a 3 yo. It should be avoided for kids under 12 months.

  30. 5.7.20
    Pinar said:

    Dear Doctor,
    Your website is my number 1 website! I would like to thank you sincerely…
    May I ask you to review if I may use this cleansing bar during pregnancy?
    Avene Trixera Cold Cream ultra rich cleansing bar (face and body)
    Ingredients: SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE, STEARIC ACID, SODIUM LAURATE, SODIUM STEARATE, PARAFFIN, SODIUM MYRISTATE, WATER (AAQUA), FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), PEG-45 PALM KERNEL GLYCERIDES, AVÈNE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), BEESWAX (CERA ALBA), CETYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, MINERAL OIL (PARAFFINUM LIQUDUM), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI77891), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE.

    • 5.7.20
      15mins said:

      This looks ok for pregnancy and nursing 🙂

      • 5.8.20
        Pinar said:

        Thank you a lot 🙂

  31. 5.31.20
    MJ said:

    Dear Doctor,

    Good day! I wish to check whether these two avene products are safe. I am a nursing mom. 🙂

    1) AVENE Cleanance Expert (Soin-Emulsion)
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Isohexadecane, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Algin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter), Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate, Carbomer, Cetearyl Glucoside, Dipotassium Phosphate, Disodium Edta, Disodium Phosphate, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Laurate, Papain, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Sorbet, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Isostearate, Water (Aqua).

    2) Cleanance Oil Control – Lotion matifiante
    Avène Thermal Spring Water, Dipropylene glycol sd alcohol 39-c (Alcohol denat), zinc gluconate, cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed oil (cucurbita pepo seed oil), peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, ppg-26-buteth-26, silica, stearalkonium hectorite, water (aqua)

    Thank you for your time. Looking forward to hearing from you.

    • 5.31.20
      15mins said:

      Both look ok for pregnancy and nursing. Note the first is already in the list above.

      • 6.1.20
        MJ said:

        Thank you very much, Doctor. Sorry I missed out the Cleanance Expert.
        This site has been very helpful to me, my friends and family.

  32. 6.2.20
    Andriana P. said:

    Hi Dr. Christine

    I found the Mineral Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50+ approved on your site, however i crosschecked the ingredients on the US site you suggest to the EU site and ingredients are slightly different (as you have mentioned can happen!!). I am pregnant.

    May I ask you to check the european ingredients?

    ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA).

    Thanking you for all this work!

    Kind Regards,
    Andriana

    • 6.3.20
      15mins said:

      This is fine

      • 6.4.20
        Andriana P. said:

        Thank you! i have now found my face sunscreen thanks to you!

        Also for my pregnancy i am looking for something for body.

        Is this pregnancy safe?

        Avene very high protection mineral lotion 50+

        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM
        DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15
        ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE.
        CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA.
        WATER (AQUA). CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. STEARIC ACID. C30-45 ALKYL
        METHICONE. C30-45 OLEFIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL
        GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492)(CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL.
        PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE.
        SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE.
        SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL
        GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. XANTHAN GUM.

        Thank you Dr. – forever grateful!

        Kind Regards,
        Andriana

        • 6.4.20
          15mins said:

          This is fine for pregnancy and nursing.

  33. 6.4.20
    Tina said:

    Hi Doctor,

    I found your website very helpful when I am searching for information about skin care during pregnancy. May I know AVENE Hydrance Hydrating Sleeping Mask is fine to use during pregnancy, it’s quite a new product.

    Ingridents:
    AVÈNE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. DIMETHICONE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. BETAINE. METHYL GLUCETH-20. POLYGLYCERYL-10 MURISTATE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BHT, BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE. C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE. C14-22 ALCOHLS. CARBOMER. CITRIC ACID. CUCURBITA PEPO (PUMPKIN) SEED OIL (CUCURBITA PEPO SEED OIL). FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). PHYTOSTEROLS. POTASSIUMHYDROXIDE. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE. SODIUM HYA;URONATE. SQUALANE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. WATER (AQUA).

    Many thanks!

    • 6.5.20
      15mins said:

      Ok for pregnancy and nursing

  34. 6.7.20
    Amanda said:

    Hi Doctor!

    Thank you for the incredible resource both for checking our favorite products as well as introducing us to new ones!

    I’ve purchased a version of Cicalfate Restorative Skin Cream and there seem to be a couple of different formulations. Would you be able to check this ingredient list? The Dermstore link seems to be down else I’d cross-check that one…

    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mineral Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, Propylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-2-Sesquiisostearate, Peg-22/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Aluminum Sucrose Octasulfate, Aluminum Stearate, Beeswax, Copper Sulfate, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Microcrystalline Wax, Zinc Sulfate

    Cheers!
    Amanda

    • 6.7.20
      15mins said:

      This looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  35. 8.17.20
    jan said:

    is avene physiolift all in one aquagel creme safe?
    ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRACAPRYLATE/TETRACAPRATE. SQUALANE. POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. ASCOPHYLLUM NODOSUM EXTRACT. BETAINE. BHT. BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CARAMEL. COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL. DIMETHICONE. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. METHYL GLUCETH-20. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL (PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL). PHENOXYETHANOL. POLYSORBATE 60. POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIDECETH-6. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM. YELLOW 6 (CI 15985).

    • 8.17.20
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

      • 8.18.20
        jan said:

        Thanks so much Dr!!

        I didn’t see Avene Hydrance Lotion and Avene soapless foaming gel on your list- are they safe too? Thanks do much for your time!

        • 8.18.20
          Christine said:

          I have currently reviewed all product ingredient lists from this brand that I have access to. I require a full ingredient list to review your product, more info here:
          why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety

          • 8.20.20
            jan said:

            1) Avene soapless foaming gel:
            Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Water (Aqua), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Disodium Cocamphodiacetate, Sodium Chloride, Lauryl Betaine, Glycerin, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Citric Acid, Cocamide Mipa, Disodium Edta, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate.

            2) Avene hydrance lotion (intense)

            AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA); GLYCERIN; METHYL GLUCETH-20; PENTYLENE GLYCOL; 1,2-HEXANEDIOL; BETAINE; CITRIC ACID; DISODIUM EDTA; FRAGRANCE (PARFUM); HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE; ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE; PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL; PHYTOSTEROLS; SODIUM CITRATE; SODIUM HYALURONATE; SQUALANE; TREHALOSE; TRIETHYLHEXANOIN; WATER (AQUA); XANTHAN GUM

            thanks so much🙏🏻

          • 8.20.20
            Christine said:

            Both look ok for pregnancy and nursing

          • 8.20.20
            Jan said:

            dear Dr,

            Thanks in advance for your time. We don’t have some of the products you mentioned in asia, can i check the following:

            Avene Very high protection mineral cream sunscreen:
            AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. WATER (AQUA). C30-45 OLEFIN. CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE. SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. XANTHAN GUM.

          • 8.20.20
            Christine said:

            Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  36. 8.22.20
    Monika said:

    Hi there , there is no information regarding Cleanance mattifying sunscreen SPF 50. Is it safe to use during pregnancy?

    • 8.22.20
      Christine said:

      I have currently reviewed all products in this brand that I can. If I have not reviewed your products, I require a full ingredient list to review your product, more info here:
      why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety

      • 10.25.22
        Trin said:

        Hi doctor,
        Can you please help to check if this is safe:
        EAU THERMALE
        Very high protection SPF50
        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.
        Thanks for your time!

        • 10.25.22
          Christine said:

          Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  37. 8.25.20
    Pavlina said:

    Is Avene’s Très Haute Protection Fluide 50+ safe for pregnancy?
    Ingredients
    Fluid SPF 50+:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL ETHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 8.25.20
      Christine said:

      This has chemical sunscreens, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  38. 8.25.20
    Pavlina said:

    Dear doctor is the following cream suitable for pregnancy: VERY HIGH PROTECTION FLUID SPF 50+

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL ETHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    Thank you

    • 8.25.20
      Christine said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens. Ok for nursing though

  39. 9.2.20
    swathi said:

    Hi doc can i use the below product during pregnancy ?

    thanks!!

    Avène
    Mineral Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50+

    Ingredients:
    Active: Titanium Dioxide 11.4%, Zinc Oxide 14.6%.

    Inactive: Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Ptfe, Triethylhexanoin, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Silica, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium Edta, Disteadimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polyamide-3, Sodium Chloride, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylsilane.

    • 9.2.20
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  40. 9.10.20
    Jess said:

    Is Avene Comedomed (or Concentrate) safe for pregnancy?

    Ingredients:

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, PEG-6, GLYCERIN, SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT, SILICA, POLYACRYLATE-13, POLYISOBUTENE, POLYSORBATE 20, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, WATER (AQUA)

    • 9.10.20
      Christine said:

      Looks fine for pregnancy and nursing

  41. 9.17.20
    Kerient said:

    Hello Doctor,
    could you please tell me if this is safe for pregnancy?

    Avene Couvrance Concealer Stick Yellow

    DIISOSTEARYL MALATE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). SILICA. PPG-3 MYRISTYL ETHER. BIS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-2. OCTYLDODECANOL. ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE. POLYETHYLENE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL. BEESWAX (CERA ALBA). IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). ISONONYL ISONONANOATE. ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE. BHT. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77491). SD ALCOHOL 39-C (ALCOHOL DENAT). STEARIC ACID. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA).

    • 9.17.20
      Christine said:

      This has a chemical sunscreen, so ok for nursing but not pregnancy

      • 9.20.20
        Kerient said:

        Thank you for your time. Your help is invaluable!

      • 3.14.21
        Claudia Vinci said:

        Dear Dr Christine, is the Avène Antiredness Emulsion SPF30 safe during pregnancy? If not, which of the ingredients below is dangerous? Thanks a lot for your help!
        Claudia

        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. GLYCERIN. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. SILICA. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. 4-T-BUTYLCYCLOHEXANOL. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BLUE 1 (CI 42090). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM. EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. OCTYLDODECANOL. PONGAMIA GLABRA SEED OIL. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TITANIUM. DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TROPOLONE. XANTHAN GUM.

        • 3.14.21
          Christine said:

          Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

          • 3.19.21
            Claudia Vinci said:

            Thank you so much!!

  42. 9.26.20
    carly said:

    Hi there,
    would you safe this newer product is safe for pregnancy?

    Crème Nutritive Revitalisante – Avène

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). GLYCERIN. OCTYLDODECANOL. MINERAL OIL (PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM). CETEARYL ALCOHOL. DIMETHICONE. ISODODECANE. METHYL GLUCETH-20. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. WATER (AQUA). SILICA. CETYL ESTERS. CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG100 STEARATE. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. RIBES RUBRUM (CURRANT) FRUIT EXTRACT (RIBES RUBRUM FRUIT EXTRACT). RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) FRUIT EXTRACT (RUBUS IDAEUS FRUIT EXTRACT). SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT EXTRACT. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 9.26.20
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  43. 10.1.20
    Alessandra Chumaceiro said:

    Hello,

    Thanks for the valuable info you put on your website. I am pregnant and wanted to confirm if Cleanance Spot treatment (a pen corrector) is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

    Ingredients: ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE.MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (CERA MICROCRISTALLINA). VEGETABLE OIL (OLUS OIL).EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX (CANDELLILA CERA).PTFE. SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL (SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL). MICA.GLYCERYL LAURATE.HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL.SALICYLIC ACID. KAOLIN.ALUMINA.ASCORBYL PALMITATE.BHT. CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE. CITRIC ACID. GLYCERYL OLEATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. LECITHIN. PROPYLENE CARBONATE. PYRIDOXINE HCL.STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE.TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL.ZINC GLUCONATE

    • 10.2.20
      Christine said:

      This has salicylic acid, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  44. 10.2.20
    SP said:

    Hello, can I ask if you can advise on this product below for pregnancy/breadtfeeding- on the dermstore website there is a note “This ingredient list for this product has recently been updated” since your check for the list it seems:) THANKS SO MUCH:)

    XERACALM A.D LIPID-REPLENISHING CLEANSING OIL;

    I-modulia®.Cer-omega.Avène Thermal Spring Water AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA).WATER (AQUA).GLYCERIN.PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE.DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE.SODIUM COCOAMPHOACETATE.PEG-25 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL.CETEARETH-60 MYRISTYL GLYCOL.PEG-200 HYDROGENATED GLYCERYL PALMATE.LAURETH-3.COCO-GLUCOSIDE.SODIUM CHLORIDE.AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE EXTRACT.ARGININE.CAPRYLYL GLYCOL.CITRIC ACID.EVENING PRIMROSE OIL/PALM OIL AMINOPROPANEDIOL ESTERS.GLYCINE.MALEIC ACID.OENOTHERA BIENNIS (EVENING PRIMROSE) OIL (OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL).SORBIC ACID.TOCOPHEROL

    • 10.2.20
      Christine said:

      This is ok for pregnancy and nursing

  45. 10.21.20
    Alice Vida said:

    This website is saving my life! Thank you so much for all of this its great! Can you tell me if this facecream is ok:

    Hydrance UV-Rich Hydrating Cream SPF 30:

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Glycerin, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano], Water (Aqua), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Butyropermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter), Methyl Gluceth-20, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Triethylhexanoin, Hydrogenated Strach Hydrolysate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Decyl Glucoside, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Phytosterols, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthum Gum.

    • 10.21.20
      Christine said:

      This has chemical sunscreens, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  46. 11.23.20
    Mimi said:

    Hi is below product safe for pregnancy and nursing? Thank you.

    Avène Antirougeurs UNIFYING SPF30 Moisturiser for Redness-prone Skin 40ml

    Active ingredients
    Avène Thermal Spring Water, TRP-Regulin, Dextran Sulfate, Pongamia Oil, coconut oil, pearlescent agents, redness-correcting pigments & patented photostable filter system

    Ingredients
    Avène Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano], Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Water (Aqua), Cocos Nucifera, (Coconut) Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil), Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Methyl Gluceth-20, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Peg-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Mica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, C30-45 Olefin, 1,2-Hexanediol, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Decyl Glucoside, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil), Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), (Ci 77491), (Ci 77499), Magnesium Sulfate, Octyldodecanol, Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Triethyl Citrate, Xanthan Gum

    • 11.23.20
      Christine said:

      This has chemical sunscreens, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  47. 12.1.20
    Sahar said:

    Hi 🙋🏻‍♀️
    Is this safe ?
    1)cleanacne expert soin emulsion:
    WATER/EAU/AQUA. ISOHEXADECANE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE. CETEARYL ALCOHOL. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. DIMETHICONE. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. GLYCERIN. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. ALGIN. BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL LINSEEDATE. CARBOMER. CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE. DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISODIUM PHOSPHATE. FRAGRANCE/PARFUM.. GLYCERYL LAURATE. PAPAIN. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. POTASSIUM SORBATE. SODIUM CETEARYL SULFATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE.

    2:cicalfate plus:

    AQUA. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. MINERAL OIL (PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM). GLYCERIN. HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL. ZINC OXIDE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. POLYGLYCERYL-2 SESQUIISOSTEARATE. PEG-22/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. ALUMINUM STEARATE. AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE FERMENT FILTRATE. ARGININE. BEESWAX (CERA ALBA). COPPER SULFATE. MAGNESIUM STEARATE. MAGNESIUM SULFATE. MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (CERA MICROCRISTALLINA). TROMETHAMINE. ZINC SULFATE.

    • 12.1.20
      Christine said:

      Both are fine for pregnancy and nursing

      • 12.1.20
        Sahar said:

        Oh my god.😍
        Cleanacne expert does not have AHA orBHA? I have heard it before and I think I read it somewhere

        • 12.1.20
          Christine said:

          Those ingredients look fine to me!

          • 12.2.20
            Sahar said:

            Maybe in the previous products I have now in Asia there is aha/bha?and they have been removed over time?

          • 12.2.20
            Christine said:

            Brands frequently have different formulations for different stores, countries, and they reformulate without announcing they did so.

          • 12.3.20
            Sahar said:

            So on this account, can I use this product during pregnancy to control pimples, oil and blemishes on my face? Because it is very effective in these cases

          • 12.3.20
            Christine said:

            Yes, it’s ok for pregnancy and nursing

  48. 1.2.21
    Melissa said:

    Hi!

    Could you please review the following product “Avene Cleanance Micellar Water – for oily, blemish-prone skin”.

    Here is the list of the ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). BUTYLENE GLYCOL.PENTYLENE GLYCOL.PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC. GLYCERIDES. PEG-40 HYDROGENATED. CASTOR OIL.CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE.CITRIC ACID.FRAGRANCE (PARFUM).ISOPROPYL.ALCOHOL.PEG-6 SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT

    I have noticed that the “normal” micellar water from Avene is already on your list and has been classified as pregnancy safe products. However, the “Cleanance” micellar water has different ingredients so I’m not sure if it’s safe as well.

    Thank you for your help!

    • 1.2.21
      Christine said:

      I didn’t know there was another variation. 🙂 This one is also fine for pregnancy and nursing.

  49. 1.23.21
    Clare said:

    Hi Dr. could you please review if the below product is pregnancy safe? Thank you.
    Deep moist lotion:
    Avene thermal spring water, PEG-32, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Menthyl Gluceth-20, BHT, Cakile Maritama Extract, Glycolic acid, Hydro-Xyethycellulose, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol Propylene Glycol, sodium chondroitin sul fate, sodium hyaluronate water.

    • 1.23.21
      Christine said:

      This has glycolic acid, so ok for nursing but not pregnancy

      • 2.15.21
        Clare said:

        Thank you Dr! Could you please review if the DERMABSOLU COMFORTING NIGHT BALM is pregnancy safe? Many thanks!
        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. GLYCERIN. BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). METHYL GLUCETH-20. DIMETHICONE. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. OCTYLDODECANOL. CETEARYL ALCOHOL. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. GLYCERYL LINOLEATE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. AMMONIUM ACRYLOYL DIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER. BAKUCHIOL. SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL (SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL). BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE. DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL LINOLENATE. GLYCERYL OLEATE. GLYCERYL PALMITATE. GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL (GLYCINE SOJA OIL). HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. VANILLA TAHITENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT. WATER (AQUA).

        • 2.15.21
          Christine said:

          I treat the Bakuchiol like a retinoid, so avoid in pregnancy and in nursing if you’re conservative

  50. 2.16.21
    Elysia said:

    Hello Doctor,
    Would you be able to share if this product is suitable for pregnancy? Avene Skin Balance Foaming Gel

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). WATER (AQUA). SODIUM LURETH SULFATE. DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE. DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. LAURYL BETAINE. GLYCERIN.. PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE. CITRIC ACID. COCAMIDE MIPA. DISODIUM EDTA. PHENOXYETHANOL. SODIUM BENZOATE

    • 2.16.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  51. 2.18.21
    Claudia said:

    Hi, Are these ingredients ok for facial sunscreen?

    Aqua, Zinc Oxide, Coconut Alkanes, Dicaprylyl Ether, Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Undecane, Silica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Titanium Dioxide, Magnesium Sulfate, Hectorite, Tridecane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ectoin, Zinc Stearate, Maltodextrin, Tocopherol, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil.

    thank you,
    Claudia

    • 2.18.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  52. 2.21.21
    Stasa Lampret said:

    Hi Doc,

    I would much appreaciate your feedback on the below two products from Avene, that I could not find on your list above:

    1.) Eau Thermale Avène Body 24h deodorant:

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH). WATER (AQUA). HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. DIMETHICONE. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) OIL (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII OIL). CAMELINA SATIVA SEED OIL. CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL (CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL). CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE. CITRIC ACID. DIMETHYL PHENYLPROPANOL. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE. HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID. LYSINE. POLYSORBATE 60. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM POLYACRYLATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. SORBITAN STEARATE. SQUALANE. ZINC RICINOLEATE.

    2.) Avene Couvrance, mosaic powder:

    sodium hydroxide, sodium stearoyl lactylate, tribehenin, iron oxides (ci 77499). talc. mica. nylon-12. octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate. titanium dioxide (ci 77891). bis-diglyceryl polyacyladipate-2. cetyl dimethicone. iron oxides (ci 77491). iron oxides (ci77492). iron oxides (ci 77499). lauroyl lysine. manganese violet (ci 77742). red 6 (ci 15850). red 30 lake (ci 73360). tocopheryl acetate. ultramarines (ci 77007). yellow 5 lake (ci 19140).

    Many thanks in advance!

    And also BIG thank you for all valuable information on your site!

    • 2.21.21
      Christine said:

      #1 Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing
      #2 is a powder makeup, which you don’t need to worry about. Info here: Pregnancy Safe Makeup Post

      • 2.22.21
        Stasa said:

        Brilliant, thanks a lot!

  53. 2.26.21
    Iarkova said:

    Hello, may I ask about Avene Body roll on:
    Avène Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch (Oryza Sativa Starch), Water (Aqua), Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Benzoic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil (Butyrospermum Parkii Oil), Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil), Cetrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Dimethyl Phenylpropanol, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydroxycapric Acid, Lysine, Polysorbate 60, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Squalane, Zinc Ricinoleate.

    • 2.27.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  54. 2.26.21
    Rebekah said:

    What about avene oxitive series?

    • 2.27.21
      Christine said:

      I have already reviewed all products in this brand that I have access to their ingredient list, please refer to the post about how to request a product review. I need a full ingredient list to review your product, more info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety

  55. 3.6.21
    sami said:

    hi 🙂 is this safe to use during pregnancy:
    many thanks

    Ultra-light mineral lotion spa 50:
    MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS: TITANIUM DIOXIDE (4%), ZINC OXIDE (6%)
    NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS: AQUA, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, CETYL DIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE, OCTYLDODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, STYRENE ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE PEG-8 LAURATE, POLYMETHYLMETHACRYLATE, GLYCERIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ACRYLATES/ C12-22 ALKYLMETHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, LECITHIN, TRISILOXANE, OLEIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM, SORBITOL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, DISODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, ALUMINA, METHICONE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, SODIUM CHLORIDE.

    • 3.6.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  56. 3.18.21
    Stefania said:

    Hi
    Wondering if you can tell me if avene hydrance aqua gel is safe. Here are the ingredients :
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. DIMETHICONE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. BETAINE. METHYL GLUCETH-20. POLYGLYCERYL-10. MYRISTATE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BHT. BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE. C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE. C14-22 ALCOHOLS. CARBOMER. CITRIC ACID. CUCURBITA PEPO (PUMPKIN) SEED OIL (CUCURBITA PEPO SEED OIL). FRAGANCE (PARFUM). PHYTOSTEROLS. POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM DEXTRANE SULFATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. SQUALENE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. WATER (AQUA).

    • 3.19.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  57. 3.22.21
    Annette said:

    Hello😊
    Does the Avene Soothing Eye cream also look safe when bought in Europe?

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). MINERAL OIL (PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CYCLOMETHICONE. GLYCERIN. SUCROSE STEARATE. PEG-12. SUCROSE DISTEARATE. TRIETHANOLAMINE. BATYL ALCOHOL. BISABOLOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES. CARBOMER. DEXTRAN SULFATE. DISODIUM EDTA. SODIUM ACETATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE.

    • 3.22.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  58. 3.26.21
    Angeline said:

    Hi Dr!

    Is the Avene Spf 50+ Tinted Cream safe for pregancy?

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano], Water (Aqua), Cetearyl Isononanoate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Bis Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Octyldodecanol, Decyl Glucoside, Acrylates/​C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Glyceryl Laurate, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Iron Oxides (Ci 77492) (Ci 77491) (Ci77499), Propylene Glycol, Silica, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Talc, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum

    • 3.27.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

  59. 4.4.21
    tangya said:

    Hi doc, first of all, love your website – it’s been super informative!

    Secondly, could you please check whether these two products are safe during pregnancy? thank you!

    1. Avène Les Essentiels Radiance Serum for Dull, Sensitive Skin
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Dimethicone, Silica, Methyl Gluceth-20, Nylon-12, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arachidyl, Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil), Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Seed Extract (Lens Esculenta Seed Extract), Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 60, Pvp, Red 4 (Ci 14700), Ribes Rubrum (Currant) Fruit Extract (Ribes Rubrum Fruit Extract), Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract (Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract), Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Sulfate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tropolone, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

    2. Avène Les Essentiels Refreshing Eye Contour Cream for Dull, Sensitive Skin
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Water (Aqua), Peg-12, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Disodium Edta, Ribes Rubrum (Currant) Fruit Extract (Ribes Rubrum Fruit Extract), Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract (Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract), Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Dextran Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

    • 4.5.21
      Christine said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  60. 4.12.21
    Camille said:

    Is Avene High Protection Spray SPF50+ safe?

    OCTOCRYLENE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL (4%). TITANIUM DIOXIDE (3.4%). BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE (3%). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE (2%). AQUA. GLYCERIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. CETEARYL ISONONANOATE. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. LAURYL GLUCOSIDE. POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. DIMETHICONE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CITRIC ACID. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. PARFUM. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SILICA. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 4.12.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  61. 4.20.21
    Nina said:

    Hello Dr,

    I saw that the Avene Soothing Eye Contour Cream is listed under safe for pregnancy and nursing. However, in my country the list of ingredients also has Sodium Acetate. Is it still safe? Below is the full list of ingredients.

    Avène Thermal Spring Water (Avène Aqua), Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Sucrose Stearate, Peg-12, Sucrose Distearate, Triethanolamine, Batyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Carbomer, Dextran Sulfate, Disodium Edta, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Glucoside.

    Thank you very much!

    • 4.20.21
      Christine said:

      Yes, sodium acetate is fine.

  62. 4.28.21
    Delia S said:

    Hello,
    May I have your review for Avent B-Protect spf50+?
    Here is the ingredient list:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). SILICA. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). DECYL GLUCOSIDE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. ALUMINA. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHYL CITRATE. XANTHAN GUM.
    Thank you so much for your help!

    • 4.28.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  63. 5.2.21
    Andreea Mihaescu said:

    Hello,

    I am pregnant in 8 weeks then I am looking for a SPF cream. Kindly let me know if I can use this:
    Avène Very High Protection B-Protect SPF50+ Sun Cream for Sensitive Skin 30ml

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). C12,15 Alkyl Benzoate. Dicaprylyl Carbonate. Methylene Bis,Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Water (Aqua). Silica. Bis,Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone. Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate. Diisopropyl Adipate. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane. Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891). Decyl Glucoside. Glyceryl Stearate. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate. Vp/Eicosene Copolymer. Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer. Acrylates/C10,30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer. Alumina. Benzoic Acid. Butylene Glycol. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Disodium Edta. Fragrance (Parfum). Glyceryl Behenate. Glyceryl Dibehenate. Iron Oxides (Ci 77492) (Ci 77491) (Ci 77499). Isopropyl Myristate. Oxothiazolidine. Propylene Glycol. Sodium Benzoate. Sodium Hydroxide. Stearyl Alcohol. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethyl Citrate. Xanthan Gum.

    Thank you very much. Super useful this web. Congratulations for all the work and info provided.

    Andreea

    • 5.2.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  64. 5.15.21
    Markela said:

    Hi! I can’t find a product on the list. It’s one of the newest Avene has released. I would appreciate your review! Thank you!

    “Cleanance Concentrate Blemish Control Serum”

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, PEG-6, GLYCERIN, SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT, SILICA, POLYACRYLATE-13, POLYISOBUTENE, POLYSORBATE 20, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, WATER (AQUA)

    • 5.16.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 5.26.21
        Markela said:

        Thank you!!!

  65. 5.19.21
    Ana Milovanovic said:

    Hi,
    Could you please check Avene Hydrance Hydrating mist (Citric Acid. Propanediol. Sodium Citrate. Water. Sodium Hyaluronate. Triethylhexanoin. Sodium Dextran Sulfate. Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Avene Thermal Spring Water. Glycerin. 1,2-Hexanediol. Pentylene Glycol. Polysorbate 60. Fragrance. Linalool. Phytosterols, Niacinamide. Betaine. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Trehalose) and Eye Refreshing Contour Cream (AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). MINERAL OIL (PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC. TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. WATER (AQUA). PEG-12. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CARBOMER. DISODIUM EDTA. RIBES RUBRUM (CURRANT) FRUIT EXTRACT (RIBES RUBRUM FRUIT EXTRACT). RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) FRUIT EXTRACT (RUBUS IDAEUS FRUIT EXTRACT). SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT EXTRACT.)?

    • 5.19.21
      Christine said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  66. 5.22.21
    Mariana c said:

    Hi!
    Any of these products is safe in pregnancy?

    INTENSE PROTECT SPF 50+
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    AVÈNE MINERAL FLUID
    ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA).

    AVÈNE TINTED MINERAL FLUID
    ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). MICA. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA).

    • 5.22.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for pregnancy and nursing:
      #2, 3

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy:
      #1: chemical sunscreen

  67. 5.31.21
    Steph said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Is this product safe to use in pregnancy? Mineral fluid SPF50+

    Zinc Oxide [Nano]. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. CocoCaprylate/Caprate. Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Isopropyl Palmitate. Isodecyl Neopentanoate. Isododecane. Isohexadecane. PTFE. Triethylexanoin. Dicaprylyl Ether. Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Aluminia. Stearic Acid. Caprylyl Glycol. Peg45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer. Silica. Benzoic Acid. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Disodium Edta. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Glyceryl Behenate. Glyceryl Dibehenate. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Pentaerythrityl Tetra Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate. Polyamide-3. Sodium Chloride. Tocopherol Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethoxycaprylylsilane. Water (Aqua).

    • 5.31.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  68. 6.2.21
    yael magal said:

    Hello Doc.

    is the Avène Hydrating Lip Balm SPF50+ safe for pregnancy?
    Ingredients
    OCTYLDODECANOL, POLYETHYLENE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL COCOATE, HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BEESWAX (CERA ALBA), HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, OXOTHIAZOLIDINE, SACCHARIN, SODIUM BENZOATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, WATER (AQUA).

    Thank you!

    • 6.2.21
      Christine said:

      This has salicylate and chemical sunscreens. Ok for nursing but not pregnancy.

  69. 6.2.21
    Catie said:

    Hi,

    Is this sunblock safe for pregnancy and nursing?

    Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: ZINC OXIDE (12%) INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, PROPANEDIOL, JOJOBA ESTERS, TRIDECYL SALICYLATE, METHLHEPTYL ISOSTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE / POLYHYDRIXYSTEARATE/ SEBACATE, NYLON-12, NIACINAMIDE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, COCO-CAPRYLATE, SILICA, AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER, SODIUM CHLORIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DOPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BISABOLOL, ALLANTOIN, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN EXTRACT, LECITHIN, PHENYLPROPANOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) EXTRACT, TOCOPHEOL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF EXTRACT, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE.

    Thank you!

    • 6.2.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  70. 6.10.21
    NEHA SINGH said:

    Hi Doctor,
    Could you please let me know if below products are ok to use in pregnancy? I am in my first trimester.

    1. Avène Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF50+
    Ingredients
    Zinc Oxide [Nano]. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate. Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Isopropyl Palmitate. Isodecyl Neopentanoate. Isododecane. Isohexadecane. Ptfe. Triethylexanoin. Dicaprylyl Ether. Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Aluminia. Stearic Acid. Caprylyl Glycol. Peg45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer. Silica. Benzoic Acid. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Disodium Edta. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Glyceryl Behenate. Glyceryl Dibehenate. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Pentaerythrityl Tetra Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate. Polyamide-3. Sodium Chloride. Tocopherol Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethoxycaprylylsilane. Water (Aqua).

    2. Kiehls Midnight Recovery Eye
    Ingrediants:
    Aqua/Water,Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil/Sunflower Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Oil/Jojoba Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil/Apricot Kernel Oil, Squalane, Alcohol Denat., Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Oenothera Biennis Oil/Evening Primrose Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter/Shea Butter, Phenoxyethanol, Lithium Magnesium Sodium Silicate, Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Tocopherol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil, Adenosine, Linalool, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil/Rosemary Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Glycine Soja Oil/Soybean Oil, Citronellol, Geraniol, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract/Cucumber Fruit Extract, Limonene, Citral, Curcuma Longa Root Extract/Turmeric Root Extract, Sclareolide, Rose Flower Oil, Jasminum Officinale Extract/Jasmine Extract, Citric Acid.

    3. Kiehls Ultra Facial Moisturiser SPF 30
    Ingrediants:
    Aqua/Water, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glycerin, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbitan Oleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Cera Alba/Beeswax, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Stearic Acid, Myristyl Alcohol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil/Sweet Almond Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil/Apricot Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil/Avocado Oil

    Thank you

    • 6.10.21
      NEHA SINGH said:

      Also,
      Avène Hydrance Rich Hydrating Cream Moisturiser 40ml
      Ingredients
      Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum). Glycerin. Isohexadecane. Dimethicone. Cetearyl Alcohol. Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil). Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Triethylhexanoin. Glyceryl Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate. 1,2-Hexanediol. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter). Cetearyl Glucoside. Benzoic Acid. Beta-Sitosterol. Bht. Disodium Edta. Fragrance (Parfum). Polyacrylate-13. Polyisobutene. Polysorbate 20. Sodium Hydroxide. Sorbitan Isostearate. Water (Aqua). Xanthan Gum.

      • 6.10.21
        Christine said:

        Find for pregnancy and nursing

    • 6.10.21
      Christine said:

      #1 is fine for pregnancy and nursing.

      As stated in the post, I reserve each post for that dedicated brand. Please check the Kiehl’s Pregnancy Safety page, where those products are already included.

      • 6.16.22
        Julie Lee said:

        Hello doctor. This product is listed in your safe for pregnancy and nursing but when I looked at the ingredients I saw glycol. Is this in fact pregnancy and nursing safe?

        Tinted Mineral Fluid sun protection SPF 50+

        Detailed composition
        INGREDIENTS MEDICINAUX / MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS. OXYDE DE ZINC / ZINC OXIDE (14,7%). DIOXYDE DE TITANE / TITANIUM DIOXIDE (11,85%). INGREDIENTS NON-MEDICINAUX / NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS. AQUA. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE

        • 6.16.22
          Christine said:

          yes.

  71. 6.10.21
    Goldie said:

    This is new sunscreen Avene Intense Protect 50+
    ‘The said on their site:

    Specifically designed for the needs of the most sensitive skin:

    – Babies from 6 months*
    – Children
    – Pregnant women
    – Very fair to fair skin
    – Patients undergoing or following cancer treatments
    – Tattoos
    -Injured skin such as scars or post-dermatologic acts.

    And this is ingredients list:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE . CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE.POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    Is it safe for pregnancy?

    • 6.10.21
      Christine said:

      I don’t consider this pregnancy safe due to the chemical sunscreens. It’s fine for nursing.
      Discussion here: Why does X Brand say this product is safe but you don’t think it is safe? (or Vice Versa)

      • 6.11.21
        Goldie said:

        I guess they think that the product provides high protection and is therefore suitable for pregnant women and children. But they do not take into product whether the ingredients are safe. Many women will read this on their website and buy the product without further consideration.

        • 6.11.21
          Christine said:

          Yes, there are a lot of products out there like that.

  72. 6.11.21
    Goldie said:

    Avene Mineral Lotion SPF 50+

    I guess this one is safe in pregnancy?

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CYCLOMETHICONE. GLYCERIN. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA. WATER (AQUA). STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). IRON OXIDES (CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 6.11.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  73. 6.20.21
    Oana said:

    Hello,
    Is this Avenue B Protection Spf50 safe to use during pregnancy?
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). C12,15 Alkyl Benzoate. Dicaprylyl Carbonate. Methylene Bis,Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Water (Aqua). Silica. Bis,Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone. Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate. Diisopropyl Adipate. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane. Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891). Decyl Glucoside. Glyceryl Stearate. Potassium Cetyl Phosphate. Vp/Eicosene Copolymer. Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer. Acrylates/C10,30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer. Alumina. Benzoic Acid. Butylene Glycol. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Disodium Edta. Fragrance (Parfum). Glyceryl Behenate. Glyceryl Dibehenate. Iron Oxides (Ci 77492) (Ci 77491) (Ci 77499). Isopropyl Myristate. Oxothiazolidine. Propylene Glycol. Sodium Benzoate. Sodium Hydroxide. Stearyl Alcohol. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethyl Citrate. Xanthan Gum.

    • 6.20.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  74. 6.23.21
    Violette said:

    Hello,
    I would like to say thank you for your website, it’s amazing what you are doing!
    Could I ask you about the new Avene Intense Protect 50+, if it’s pregnancy and nursing safe?

    • 6.23.21
      Christine said:

      I have already reviewed all products in this brand that I have access to their ingredient list, please refer to the post about how to request a product review. I need a full ingredient list to review your product, more info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety

  75. 6.23.21
    Anne said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Can you please review if this product is pregnancy safe? Thanks you very much !

    Avene 3 IN 1 MAKE-UP REMOVER

    Ingredients: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA); C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE; CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE; ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER; CARBOMER; DISODIUM EDTA; FRAGRANCE (PARFUM); PHENOXYETHANOL; SORBIC ACID; TRIETHANOLAMINE

    • 6.24.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  76. 7.6.21
    Amanda said:

    Hi Dr,
    Thank you so much for taking the time to answer all of our queries. Can you kindly review if these products are pregnancy and/or nursing safe?

    Eu Thermale Avene DermAbsolu Night (comforting night balm)
    and
    Eu Thermale Avene DermAbsolu (recontouring serum)

    thank you so much.

    • 7.6.21
      Christine said:

      I have already reviewed all products in this brand that I have access to their ingredient list, please refer to the post about how to request a product review. I need a full ingredient list to review your product, more info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety

  77. 7.7.21

    Hi I know you list this product but not in SPF. Is this OK to use whilst pregnant?

    Thanks v much

    Avène Hydrance Light-UV Hydrating Emulsion SPF30 Moisturiser for Dehydrated Skin 40ml
    Ingredients

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. GLYCERIN. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE.ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. METHYL GLUCETH-20. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. PHYTOSTEROLS. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 7.7.21
      Christine said:

      No, this has chemical sunscreens. Ok for nursing though.

  78. 8.4.21
    Keren said:

    Hi Doc, Wow thank you so so much for this website you are AMAZING!!

    I was told at the pharmacy here in Israel these 2 sunscreens are safe for pregnancy, the ingredients look different from what you have reviewed, could you please help me, are these safe? Thank you so much !!!

    1)Avene Fuid 50+
    Consumers are advised to check product composition systematically before purchasing.
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL ETHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    2)Avene VERY HIGH PROTECTION SPRAY SPF 50+
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Diisopropyl Adipate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Lauryl Glucoside, Polyglyceril-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Decyl Glucoside, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum.

    • 8.4.21
      Christine said:

      I would avoid both in pregnancy due to the chemical sunscreens. They’re fine for nursing though.

  79. 8.14.21
    elena said:

    Hello! Thank you so much about all your pregnancy advice you’re sharing. I have some questions, are benzoic acid, tocopherol and tocopheryl acetate safe during pregancy? Also there are so many acids in every shampoo and body wash and i do not know which ones to avoid..any recommendations? From brands like Avene, Aveeno, La roche posay etc.. Thank you in advance!

  80. 8.28.21
    Christine said:

    Hi, can I check for Avene Fluid Foundation Corrector?

    Ingredients:
    Water (Aqua). Cyclopentasiloxane. Butylene Glycol. Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate. Zinc Oxide. Dimethicone. Phenyl Trimethicone. Octyldodecanol. Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone. Isononyl Isononanoate. Magnesium Sulfate. Sorbitan Sesquioleate. Ascorbyl Palmitate. Bht. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Ethylene Brassylate. Methylparaben. Phenoxyethanol. Potassium Sorbate. Sodium Dehydroacetate. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Triethoxycaprylylsilane. Trimethylsiloxysilicate. Xanthan Gum. Iron Oxides (Ci 77491). Iron Oxides (Ci 77492). Talc. Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891). Ultramarines (Ci 77007).

    Thank you so much!

    • 8.28.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

  81. 9.1.21
    Joy said:

    Hello, is the avene cleanance comedomed safe for pregnant woman? Please reply asap. Thank you in advance.

    Main Ingredients
    67.5% Avène Thermal Spring Water soothes and hydrates the skin, hence keeping it balanced;
    25% Comedoclastin, a patented active ingredient which helps to regulate sebum production.

    Ingredients: AQUA. ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL. PEG-6. GLYCERIN. SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT. SILICA. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. WATER (AQUA)

    • 9.2.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  82. 9.4.21
    Nikki said:

    Hello, are there okay for pregnant? And it’s okay if I use them both?

    1.) Avene Cleanance Concentrate Blemish Control Serum

    Main ingredients: • 65% Avene Thermal Spring Water to soothe, calm and moisturise skin.

    • 25% Comedoclastin to prevent blemishes forming.

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Isopropyl Alcohol, Peg-6, Glycerin, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Silica, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Water (aqua)

    2.) Avene Cleanance Corrective Serum

    Ingredients: Synovea – P-Refinyl – Glycolic and Lactic Acids – Avène Thermal Spring Water
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). WATER (AQUA). GLYCOLIC ACID. GLYCERIN. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE. LACTIC ACID. SODIUM CHLORIDE. HEXYLRESORCINOL. FRAGRANCE (PERFUME). LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT). PENTYLENE GLYCOL. POLYACRYLATE_13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. POLYSORBATE 60. SODIUM BENZOATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE.

    • 9.4.21
      Christine said:

      #1 is Safe for pregnancy and nursing, it’s in the list above.
      #2 Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to glycolic acid

  83. 9.13.21
    Chan said:

    Dear Dr,
    Please kindly check if this product can be used for pregnancy or not:

    Avene Cicalfate Repairing Protective Cream
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Glycerin, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Zinc Oxide, Propylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquisostearate, PEG-22/Dodecyl (Glycol) Copolymer, Aluminium Stearate, PEG-22/Dodecyl Glycol, Copolymer Aluminium Stearate, Aquaphilus Dolomiae, Ferment Filtrate, Arginine, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Copper Sulfate, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina) Tromethamine, Zinc Sulfate.

    Thank you so much.

    • 9.13.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  84. 9.20.21
    Mery said:

    Dear Doctor: is pregnancy safe:

    FLUIDE MATIFIANT
    FRAICHEUR
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua)*. Glycerin. Water (Aqua). Isohexadecane. Polymethyl Methacrylate. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer. Squalane. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Citric Acid. Fragrance (Parfum). Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Seed Extract (Lens Esculenta Seed Extract). Pentylene Glycol. Polysorbate 60. Ribes Rubrum (Currant) Fruit Extract (Ribes Rubrum Fruit Extract)*. Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract (Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract)*. Sclerotium Gum. Sodium Benzoate. Sorbitan Isostearate. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract*
    * Ingrédients Naturels

    Thanks
    All love

    • 9.20.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  85. 10.1.21
    Annette said:

    Hello! I think for Avene Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50+, they took out Salycilate.
    Would it be okay to purchase this these ingredients below?

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: ZINC OXIDE (12%) INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PROPANEDIOL, JOJOBA ESTERS, TRIDECYL SALUCYLATE, METHYLHEPTYL ISOSTEARATE, POLGYCLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE / POLYHYDROXYSTEATEARATE/SEBACATE, NIACINAMIDE, NYLTON-12, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, COCO-CAPRYLATE, IRON OXIDES, SILICA, AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER, SODIUM CHLORIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BISABOLOL, ALLANTOIN, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN EXTRACT, LECITHIN, PHENYLPROPANOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALUS (ROSEMARY) LEAF EXTRACT, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE.

    • 10.1.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  86. 10.21.21
    Sara said:

    Hi
    Would you please check this sunscreen:
    ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. AQUA. TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). MICA. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA).

    • 10.21.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  87. 10.24.21
    Hannah Winston said:

    Hello. Just want to check if this SPF is pregnancy safe please. Thank you

    Avène Very High Protection Tinted Mineral Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream for Intolerant Skin 40ml

    Ingredients
    Zinc Oxide [Nano]. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Coco,Caprylate/Caprate. Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Isopropyl Palmitate. Isodecyl Neopentanoate. Isododecane. Isohexadecane. Ptfe. Triethylexanoin. Dicaprylyl Ether. Peg,30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Iron Oxides (Ci 77492) (Ci77491) (Ci77499). Mica. Aluminia. Stearic Acid. Caprylyl Glycol. Peg,45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer. Silica. Benzoic Acid. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Disodium Edta. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Glyceryl Behenate. Gylceryl Dibehenate. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Pentaerythrityl Tetra,Di,Butyl. Hydroxyhydrocin,Namate. Polyamide,3. Sodium Chloride. Titanium Dioxide (Ci77891). Tocopheryl Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethoxycaprylylsilane. Water (Aqua).

    • 10.24.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  88. 12.17.21
    Rossana Trajkovska said:

    Is this Avene Gentle Toner okay for pregnancy?

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Fragrance (Parfum). Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate. Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate. Phenoxyethanol. Stearalkonium Hectorite. Trisodium Edta. Water (Aqua

    Thanks in advance!

    • 12.17.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing, but it looks cut off. Make sure there’s nothing after the water!

      • 12.18.21
        Rossana Trajkovska said:

        Thanks so much! It was only the closed bracket that was missed off, no other ingredients:) Thanks for your help!

        • 12.18.21
          Christine said:

          I was hoping that was the case, but wanted you to check 🙂 I feel better then!

  89. 12.31.21
    Sharon Wang said:

    Hi Dr,
    Thank you for doing this for us. This is very helpful!

    The product I want to ask about is the Gentle Toning Lotion. I understand you categorize it as pregnancy safe. The reason I want to confirm with you, is that I saw fragrance is at second place of the ingredients list. Is fragrance in skincare safe to use during pregnancy?
    VÈNE THERMAL SPRING WATER, FRAGRANCE, HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE, PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, TRISODIUM EDTA, WATER.
    I have rosacea and this toner may be the only one that doesn’t cause flare up so I am actually very eager to continue using it.

    Thank you so much for your help!

  90. 1.7.22
    Ana said:

    Thank you so much for this resource. I use it a lot and share with family & friends.
    As I was looking to replace my sunscreen I found this Avene tinted fluid, which doesn’t seem to have Salicylate as stated above, but perhaps it’s disguised and I can’t identify it? Here are the ingredients:
    INGREDIENTS MEDICINAUX / MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS. OXYDE DE ZINC / ZINC OXIDE (14,7%). DIOXYDE DE TITANE / TITANIUM DIOXIDE (11,85%). INGREDIENTS NON-MEDICINAUX / NON-MEDICINAL INGREDIENTS. AQUA. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE

    Source: https://www.eau-thermale-avene.ca/en_ca/p/tinted-mineral-fluid-sun-protection-spf-50

    Thanks so much!

    • 1.7.22
      Christine said:

      This version doesn’t have it, but it seems to be the canadian version, which is different than the US.

      • 1.9.22
        Ana said:

        Thanks! That’s right and I seem to have purchased just the one. How about this one?

        Ingredients
        Zinc Oxide [Nano], Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Titanium Dioxide [Nano], Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate Isododecane, Isohexadecane, PTFE, Triethylhexanoin, Dicaprylyl Ether, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Iron Oxides (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499), Mica, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer, Silica, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polyamide-3, Sodium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water (Aqua).

        • 1.9.22
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  91. 1.13.22
    Annie Clark said:

    Hi! Can you check if the Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Cream is safe during pregnancy? Ingredients are:

    AVÈNE THERMAL SPRING WATER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, SQUALANE, CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE, CETYL ESTERS, AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE EXTRACT FILTRATE, ARGININE, BEESWAX, CITRIC ACID, TROMETHAMINE, WATER, XANTHAN GUM

    • 1.13.22
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing 🙂

  92. 1.26.22
    Nia Quintero said:

    Are these products pregnancy safe?

    Clearance Skin refining serum

    Clearance Comedomed Anti-blemishes concentrate

  93. 3.6.22
    Anne said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Can you please review these products if they are pregnancy safe? Thank you.

    1. HYDRANCE PRE-SERUM HYDRATING ESSENCE-IN-LOTION

    Ingredients: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. BETAINE. CETEARYL OLIVATE. CITRIC ACID. DIMETHICONE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. LECITHIN. METHYL GLUCETH-20. PEG-7 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE COCONUT ETHER. PHYTOSTEROLS. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. SORBITAN OLIVATE. SQUALANE. TREHALOSE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM.

    2. HYDRANCE DEEP MOIST LOTION

    Ingredients: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA); GLYCERIN; METHYL GLUCETH-20; PENTYLENE GLYCOL; 1,2-HEXANEDIOL; BETAINE; CITRIC ACID; DISODIUM EDTA; FRAGRANCE (PARFUM); HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE; ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE; PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL; PHYTOSTEROLS; SODIUM CITRATE; SODIUM HYALURONATE; SQUALANE; TREHALOSE; TRIETHYLHEXANOIN; WATER (AQUA); XANTHAN GUM;

    • 3.6.22
      Christine said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  94. 3.18.22
    Ms Tracy Kwok said:

    Hi Dr Christine,

    Could u advise on the following two products? Many thanks in advance 🙂

    1) EAU THERMALE AVENE Eau Thermale Couvrance Fluid Foundation Corrector

    WATER (AQUA). CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE. ZINC OXIDE. DIMETHICONE. PHENYL TRIMETHICONE. OCTYLDODECANOL. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. ISONONYL ISONONANOATE. MAGNESIUM SULFATE. SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE. ASCORBYL PALMITATE. BHT. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. ETHYLENE BRASSYLATE. METHYLPARABEN. PHENOXYETHANOL. POTASSIUM SORBATE. SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE. XANTHAN GUM. IRON OXIDES (CI 77491). IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007).

    2) LA ROCHE-POSAY Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel (Non-Comedogenic Face Wash for Oily Acne-Prone Skin)

    INGREDIENTS
    AQUA / WATER • SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE • PEG-8 • COCO-BETAINE • HEXYLENE GLYCOL • SODIUM CHLORIDE • PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE • ZINC PCA • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • CITRIC ACID • SODIUM BENZOATE • PHENOXYETHANOL • PARFUM / FRAGRANCE

    • 3.18.22
      Christine said:

      #1 Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen
      #2 Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  95. 3.19.22
    Leanne said:

    Hi! Would you mind checking the avene tinted mineral sunscreen spf 50 please! 🙂

    Ingredients
    Zinc Oxide [Nano]. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate. Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Isopropyl Palmitate. Isodecyl Neopentanoate. Isododecane. Isohexadecane. Ptfe. Triethylexanoin. Dicaprylyl Ether. Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Iron Oxides (Ci 77492) (Ci77491) (Ci77499). Mica. Aluminia. Stearic Acid. Caprylyl Glycol. Peg-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer. Silica. Benzoic Acid. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Disodium Edta. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Glyceryl Behenate. Gylceryl Dibehenate. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-Butyl. Hydroxyhydrocin-Namate. Polyamide-3. Sodium Chloride. Titanium Dioxide (Ci77891). Tocopheryl Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethoxycaprylylsilane. Water (Aqua

    • 3.19.22
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing! 🙂

      • 3.21.22
        Leanne said:

        Thank you so much! X

  96. 3.22.22
    Rachel M said:

    Thank you so much for all your work. I have visited your site daily since finding out I’m pregnant. Please can you review this sunscreen?

    Avène Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF50+ Sun Cream for Intolerant Skin

    Zinc Oxide [Nano]. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate. Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate. Isopropyl Palmitate. Isodecyl Neopentanoate. Isododecane. Isohexadecane. Ptfe. Triethylexanoin. Dicaprylyl Ether. Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Aluminia. Stearic Acid. Caprylyl Glycol. Peg45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer. Silica. Benzoic Acid. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Disodium Edta. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Glyceryl Behenate. Glyceryl Dibehenate. Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Pentaerythrityl Tetra Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate. Polyamide-3. Sodium Chloride. Tocopherol Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Triethoxycaprylylsilane. Water (Aqua

    • 3.22.22
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing. We don’t have this one in the US 🙂

      • 3.26.22
        Rachel said:

        Amazing.
        Thank you so much!!

      • 3.30.22
        Ana Popa said:

        Hi doctor, can you help me with reviewing this product for me please?

        Avene mineral cream SPF 50+

        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO], ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, TITANIUM DIOXIDE C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, GLYCERIN, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, ALUMINA, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, HEXYL LAURATE, C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE, STEARIC ACID, C30-45 OLEFIN, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DISODIUM EDTA, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), (CI 77491), OCTYLDODECANOL, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, SILK AMINO ACIDS, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SORBIC ACID, TALC, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, WATER (AQUA), XANTHAN GUM.

        • 3.31.22
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

          • 3.31.22
            Ana Popa said:

            Thank you so much!!

  97. 4.2.22
    Natalia said:

    Hello, I wanted to ask is AVENE Hydrance BB-LIGHT Tinted Hydrating Emulsion spf 30 safe during pregnancy?

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYLBENZOATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. GLYCERIN. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. METHYL GLUCETH-20. SILICA. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH (ZEA MAYS STARCH). MICA. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). PHYTOSTEROLS. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 4.2.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  98. 4.7.22
    Maria said:

    Hello Doctor,

    May I ask you to review the following ingredients found in Avene Suncare Mineral Lotion SPF50+ 100ml? I’ve seen that it is listed as a safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding product, however, I am unsure whether the ingredients are the same in all product releases.

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM
    DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15
    ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE.
    CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA.
    WATER (AQUA). CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. STEARIC ACID. C30-45 ALKYL
    METHICONE. C30-45 OLEFIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL
    GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492)(CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL.
    PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE.
    SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE.
    SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL
    GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. XANTHAN GUM.

    Thank you in advance,
    Maria

    • 4.7.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing
      Yes, generally the ingredients are the same in the releases

      • 4.8.22
        Maria said:

        Thank you doctor.

        I would also like to ask whether the following product is ok for a 15 months old baby

        Avene Suncare Kids Spray SPF50:

        AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. GLYCERIN. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID. LAURYL GLUCOSIDE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM LAURYL GLUCOSE CARBOXYLATE. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. XANTHAN GUM.

        • 4.8.22
          Christine said:

          Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  99. 4.24.22
    Gillian said:

    Hi Christine, thanks for putting this together. “XeraCalm A.D Lipid-Replenishing Cream” is listed here as safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding, which I assume pertains to use by the mother. Would this product also be safe for use on the baby (currently under 6 months of age ) to help soothe eczema-prone skin? I am a bit concerned about the safety of certain ingredients in this product such as rose hip oil, as I’ve read mixed information on whether it’s appropriate/safe for babies.

    Just for your ease of reference, the complete ingredient list for this product is as follows: AVÈNE THERMAL SPRING WATER, GLYCERIN, MINERAL OIL, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE, AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE EXTRACT, ARGININE, CARBOMER, EVENING PRIMROSE OIL/PALM OIL AMINOPROPANEDIOL ESTERS, GLYCINE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, TOCOPHEROL, WATER.

    Please advise. Thank you!

    • 4.25.22
      Christine said:

      It would be fine for baby though note we do say that it’s best to avoid extracts/fragrance if possible for baby’s skin as they tend to be very sensitive. This seems to not have much of that, but there are products out there with a LOT that are marketed for baby. I typically recommend Cetaphil cream, Aquaphor, Vaseline (really) or Vanicream for babies with eczema.

      • 4.25.22
        Gillian said:

        Thanks for the reply and I really do appreciate your input on this! Agree with the Vaseline, but the greasy texture makes it a difficult choice!

  100. 5.5.22

    Hello Dr!
    I was looking at the Avene Mineral Tinted Compact SPF 50. Looking at the ingredients it has Talc, and I swear you said something about this but I cannot find it in your blog. Of course I could be wrong and see it else where. But what are your thoughts about Talc?

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: TITANIUM DIOXIDE (13.7%), ZINC OXIDE (4.9%) INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: DIMETHICONE, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, SQUALANE, TALC, ETHYLHEXYL HYDROXYSTEARATE, POLYETHYLENE, IRON OXIDES, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, SILICA, POLYGLYCERYL-3, DIISOSTEARATE, ALUMINA, STEARIC ACID, WATER, BEESWAX/CIRE D’ABEILLE, BHT, CAPRYLIC/ CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX/CIRE MICROCRYSTALLINE, PHENOXYETHANOL, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIBEHENIN, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), (CI 77491), (CI 77499)

    • 5.6.22
      Christine said:

      There’s some discussion in this comment, but it isn’t something that I’d worry about.

  101. 5.8.22
    Alina said:

    Hi! The avene b protect is safe for pregnancy?

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO], WATER (AQUA), SILICA, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), DECYL GLUCOSIDE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, ALUMINA, BENZOIC ACID, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DISODIUM EDTA, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), GLYCERYL BEHENATE, GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499), ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, OXOTHIAZOLIDINE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIBEHENIN, TRIETHYL CITRATE, XANTHAN GUM.

    • 5.8.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  102. 5.16.22
    Beata said:

    Can you please confirm if it is safe to use Avène Antirougerous jour moisturising protecting cream SPF 30.
    Ingredients: WATER (AQUA) EAU, CYCOMETHICONE, GLYCERIN, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, ALUMINA, BHT, BLUE 1 (CI 42090), BUTYLPARABEN, DEXTRAN SULFATE, DISODIUM EDTA, ETHYLPARABEN, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), HESPERIDIN METHYL CHALCONE, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, ISOBUTYLPARABEN, MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE, METHYLPARABEN, O-CYMEN-5-OL, PHENOXYETHANOL, POLYSORBATE 60, PROPYLPARABEN, RUSCUS ACULEATUS ROOT EXTRACT (RUSCUS ACULEATUS), SQUALANE, STEARIC ACID, TRIBEHENIN, XANTHAN GUM.

    • 5.16.22
      Christine said:

      Unfortunately this list is missing the sunscreens, so I don’t know about pregnancy safety. It will be fine for nursing.

  103. 5.19.22
    Au said:

    Hello! Thanks for sharing so valuable information! I am a big fan of your blog.
    Could you please help me with your opinion about this product?
    Thanks so much.

    Avene Intense Protect 50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 5.19.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  104. 6.3.22
    Dana said:

    Hi,

    I cannot find any reference of Avene After-Sun Repair containing Licorice Root. I’ve found the following list of ingredients:

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), PEg-4, Isododecane, Glycerin, Mineral Oil (Paraffinium Liquidum), Sorbitan Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil), Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Benzoic Acid, Beta-Sitosterol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Fragrance (Parfum), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract (Glycine Soja Seed Extract), Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane,, PEG-32, PEG-400, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sucrose Cocoate, Tocopherol Glucoside, Water (Aqua), Xanthan Gum.

    Can you double check it?

    Thanks!

    • 6.3.22
      Christine said:

      This is licorice root: Glycyrrhetinic Acid

  105. 6.9.22
    Vanesa said:

    Hello doctor,
    Can you tell me if this ingredients from :
    Mineral Lotion sun protection SPF 50+, Avène:

    TITANIUM DIOXIDE
    DIMETHICONE

    are not carcinogenic to baby?

    • 6.9.22
      Christine said:

      Things you need to worry about while pregnant are here:
      skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy

      Pregnancy safety is NOT worrying about causing cancer. It’s knowing if something will be absorbed enough to be systemic and then whether it can get across the placenta, and if there’s a chance it could cause a birth defect. Very different.

  106. 6.9.22
    Vanesa said:

    Hello doctor,
    Can you tell me if this product is pregnancy safe?

    AVENE FLUID SPF50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO], WATER (AQUA), DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE, ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, SILICA, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE,  BUTYL  METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, DECYL GLUCOSIDE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES, VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, BENZOIC ACID, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DISODIUM EDTA, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), GLYCERYL BEHENATE, GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, OXOTHIAZOLIDINE, PEG-100 STEARATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIBEHENIN, XANTHAN GUM.

    • 6.10.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  107. 6.16.22
    Jovana Sladojevic said:

    Dear Doctor,
    Can you please check if this product is safe to use during pregnancy:
    Avene Sun Intense Protect SPF50+
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.
    Thank you !

    • 6.16.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  108. 6.19.22
    Tamara said:

    Thanks so much for all you are doing! I only use Avène, and now that I am pregnant I want check on a product that I don’t see in comments or in the original list: Avène Radiance Serum. Ingredients:AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. WATER (AQUA). GLYCERIN. DIMETHICONE. SILICA. METHYL GLUCETH-20. NYLON-12. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL. ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. ISOHEXADECANE. LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT). PENTYLENE GLYCOL. POLYSORBATE 60. PVP. RED 4 (CI 14700). RIBES RUBRUM (CURRANT) FRUIT EXTRACT (RIBES RUBRUM FRUIT EXTRACT). RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) FRUIT EXTRACT (RUBUS IDAEUS FRUIT EXTRACT). SCLEROTIUM GUM. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE. SODIUM SULFATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TROPOLONE. VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT EXTRACT

    • 6.20.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  109. 6.29.22

    Hi doctor, could you please check this product from Avene? Thank you tons.
    Avene bb cream
    Ingredients:
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Dicaprylyl Carbonate. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate. C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891). Titanium Dioxide [Nano]. Glycerin. Ethylhexyl Salicylate. Nylon-12. Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Dimethicone. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Water (Aqua). Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Silica. Methyl Gluceth-20. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate. Benzoic Acid. Beta-Sitosterol. C30-45 Alkyl Methicone. C30-45 Olefin. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil). Decyl Glucoside. Dimethicone Crosspolymer. Disodium Edta. Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract (Glycine Soja Seed Extract). Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides. Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), (Ci 77491), (Ci 77499). Lecithin. Mica. Peg-32. Peg-400. Poloxamer 188. Propylene Glycol. Sodium Chloride. Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Xanthan Gum.

    • 7.1.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate, chemical sunscreens

  110. 7.17.22
    Marianna said:

    What about Very High Protection Anti-aging ( face cream) suncare SPF50

    • 7.17.22
      Marianna said:

      Apologies forgot to mention the ingredients for the “very high protection SPF50 Anti-aging suncare”:
      Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano], Diisopropyl Adipate, Water (Aqua), Silica, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Alcohol (Alcohol Denat), Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, C10-18 Triglycerides, Decyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Acrylates/​C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium Edta, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum
      Thank you!

      • 7.17.22
        Christine said:

        Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  111. 7.28.22
    Jess said:

    Love your website, helped me through my entire pregnancy! Wondering if you can review the Avene High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 please! Thank you!

  112. 7.30.22
    Jess said:

    Hello,

    Thank you for this website, it’s been incredible during pregnancy! Can you let me know if the Avene High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 is okay for either pregnancy or breastfeeding? Thank you! I posted this before but forgot the ingredient list, sorry!

    Ingredients
    Titanium Dioxide (13.7%), Zinc Oxide (4.9%)

    Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Squalane, Talc, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Polyethylene, Iron Oxides, Polymethyl Methacr Ylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3, Diisostearate, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Water, Beeswax/Cire D’Abeille, Bht, Caprylic/ Capric Triglyceride, Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcrystalline, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), (Ci 77491), (Ci 77499)

    • 8.1.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  113. 9.22.22
    Liz said:

    Dear Doctor

    Could you please advise on the latest product from Avene tolerance hydra-10 moisturising fluid: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. MYRISTYL ALCOHOL. CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) PEEL POWDER (CITRUS LIMON PEEL POWDER). DIUTAN GUM. MYRISTYL GLUCOSIDE. SCLEROTIUM GUM. SODIUM HYALURONATE

    • 9.23.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 9.23.22
        Liz said:

        Thank you so much for your advice and your website !!

  114. 11.2.22
    Sumitra said:

    Hello doctor,
    Loads of love from Nz!

    Could you please review this sunscreen for me please?
    Avene Sunscreen Aqua Fluid SPF50+ 40ml

    Ingredients List:
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua); Octocrylene; Glycerin; C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate; Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]; Titanium Dioxyde [Nano]; Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane; Diisopropyl Adipate; Dicapryl Ether; Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine; Cetearyl Isononanoate; Cyclopentasiloxane; Lauryl Glucoside; Polyglyceryl-2-Dipolyhydroxystearate; Cyclohexasiloxane; Dimethicone; Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride; Caprylyl Glycol; Citric Acid; Decyl Glucoside; Dissodium Edta; Propylene Glycol; Silica; Scorbic Acid; Tocopherol; Tocopheryl Glucoside; Xanthan Gum;

    Many Thanks 🙂

    • 11.3.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  115. 11.7.22
    Arianne said:

    Is the avene sunscreen emulsion spf 50+ face sunscreen safe for pregnancy ?

  116. 11.24.22
    Ann said:

    Hi Doctor Christine, may I check if this product is safe for pregnancy?

    Avene Very High Protection SPF50+ Tinted Cream:

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Nano), Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, Silica, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI77891), Decyl Glucoside, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Benzoic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil), Iron Oxides (CI77492), (CI77491), (CI77499), Oxothiazolidine, Propylene Glycol Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum.

    Thank you for your reply!

    • 11.25.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  117. 11.24.22
    Ann said:

    Hi Doctor Christine, may I also check if this product is safe for pregnancy?

    Avene Cleanance MAT Mattifying Toner:

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Dipropylene Glycol, SD Alcohol 39-C (Alcohol Denat), Zinc Gluconate, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Laurate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-26-Butheth-26, Salicylic Acid, Silica, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Triethanolamine, Water (Aqua).

    Thank you for your reply!

    • 11.25.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylic acid

    • 12.9.22
      Clarice said:

      Hi , Thank you for this amazing website ! Would like to check on this product ingredient .
      SPF 50+ Tinted cream

      AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. GLYCERIN. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. MYRISTYL ALCOHOL. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH). STEARYL ALCOHOL. ISONONYL ISONONANOATE. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ALUMINA. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE. ISOPROPYL TITANIUM TRIISOSTEARATE. MYRISTYL GLUCOSIDE. POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. PROPYLENE CARBONATE. STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

      • 12.9.22
        Christine said:

        Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  118. 1.26.23
    Vila said:

    Hello Dr Christine,

    Is this hand cream pregnancy safe? It looks like this is a new formulation:
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum). Myreth-3 Myristate. Peg-45/Dodecyl Glycol Copolymer. Dimethicone. Aluminum Sucrose Octasulfate. Octyldodecanol. Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate. Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate. Glycerin. Beeswax (Cera Alba). Cetyl Alcohol. Copper Sulfate. Dimethiconol. Disteardimonium Hectorite. Glyceryl Stearate. Magnesium Sulfate. Phenoxyethanol. Sodium Benzoate. Xanthan Gum. Zinc Sulfate

    Thanks!

    • 1.26.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  119. 2.4.23
    Dimitra said:

    Hello doctor, i would like to ask if the avene sunsistick is ok during pregnancy.
    Ingredients
    Octyldodecanol. Polyethylene. Butylene Glycol Cocoate. Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax. Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate. Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane. Ethylhexyl Salicylate. Beeswax (Cera Alba). Hydrogenated Castor Oil. Water (Aqua). 1,2-hexanediol. Aluminum Hydroxide. Butylene Glycol. Caprylic/capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Cichorium Intybus (Chicory) Root Extract. Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate. Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer. Oxothiazolidine. Saccharin. Sodium Benzoate. Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891). Tocopheryl Glucoside.

    Thank you

    • 2.5.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens, salicylate

  120. 2.8.23
    Aditi Dugar said:

    Hi Doctor,

    Can you please let me know if the deodorant with following ingredients are safe to use in pregnancy/trying to get pregnant.

    #13894/A ALCOHOL • AQUA (WATER) • PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) • TRIETHYL CITRATE • BUTYLENE GLYCOL • ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN • LIMONENE • BHT • HYDROXYCITRONELLAL • HEXYL CINNAMAL • LINALOOL • BENZYL SALICYLATE • ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL • ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE • CITRONELLOL • ISOEUGENOL • GERANIOL • CITRAL • TOCOPHEROL • ASCORBYL DIPALMITATE

    • 2.8.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  121. 2.14.23
    Daniela said:

    Hi Doctor,

    This isn’t a question. I’m pregnant for the first time and was in tears over exhaustion with trying to find brands that I can safely use- I live in a country where I am not fluent in the local language and so overwhelmed. Thank you *so* much for making this information easy to understand and free.

    • 2.14.23
      Christine said:

      I’m so glad it’s helped you!

  122. 3.3.23
    lorena said:

    Hello Doctor, may I ask you to review this ingredients. I have noticed that the composition of certain products is different between countries even though the brand name of the product is the same, is this possible? Thank you for your work xx

    ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. PTFE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). MICA. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA [NANO]. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA)

    • 3.3.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  123. 3.23.23
    Kate said:

    Many thanks for this useful resource! Is this product ok in pregnancy? I see a couple of others in the Antirougeurs range are marked safe, but this one isn’t in either list yet…

    Avène Antirougeurs Fort 30ml
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRACAPRYLATE/TETRACAPRATE. GLYCERIN. GLYCERYL STEARATE. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CETEARYL ALCOHOL. STEARIC ACID. BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). DIMETHICONE. AMMONIUM ACRYLOYL DIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CETEARETH-33. DEXTRAN SULFATE. DIMETHICONOL. DISODIUM EDTA. HESPERIDIN METHYL CHALCONE. PHENOXYETHANOL. RUSCUS ACULEATUS ROOT EXTRACT. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TOCOPHERYL ACETATE.

    • 3.23.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  124. 3.23.23
    Chloe said:

    Hi, is the Avene Hydrance boost serum pregnancy safe

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). PROPANEDIOL. GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. DIGLYCERIN. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. NIACINAMIDE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. BETAINE. CITRIC ACID. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). PCA. POLYGLYCERYL-4 CAPRATE. SCLEROTIUM GUM. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. WATER (AQUA)

    Thanks!

    • 3.23.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  125. 4.9.23
    Aria said:

    Hello.

    Here are some new products from Avene sold in Europe. Are they safe for pregnancy and while breastfeeding?

    1) Avène Sun Fluid SPF50+

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch (Oryza Sativa Starch), Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Tapioca Starch, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Red 33 (CI 17200), Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum.

    2) Avène Sun Cleanance SPF50+

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch (Oryza Sativa Starch), Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Laurate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Tapioca Starch, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Red 33 (CI 17200), Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Gluconate.

    • 4.9.23
      Christine said:

      Both are Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  126. 4.19.23
    Melissa Tham said:

    Hi, what about the Hydrance Hydrating Emulsion SPF 30 Anti-oxidant? Thank you!

    Ingredients

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cyclomethicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Benzoic Acid, Beta-Sitosterol, Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, Chlorphenesin, Disodium Edta, Parfum, Glycerin, Glycine Soja, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Lecithin, Phenoxyethanol, Poloxamer 188, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum.

    • 4.19.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  127. 4.26.23
    Jenn said:

    Thank you for all of the amazing information! This has been such a great tool for me to choose products in pregnancy.
    I could not find any information yet about this product yet in the comments as I know it’s a newer one. I wanted to check to see if Avène
    Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum was pregnancy safe?
    Thank you!!
    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). NIACINAMIDE. GLYCERIN.PENTYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM HYALURONATE. ADENOSINE. CITRIC ACID. SODIUM BENZOATE.

    • 4.26.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  128. 5.16.23
    Lisa said:

    Hi, thanks so much for all the work you do on this. I was wondering if Avene Very High Protection spray suncream was OK? Thanks so much.

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate. Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol [Nano]. Diisopropyl Adipate. Water (Aqua). Bis Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine. Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone. Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate. Glycerin. Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane. Decyl Glucoside. Benzoic Acid. Butylene Glycol. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Disodium Edta. Fragrance (Parfum). Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil). Hydroxycapric Acid. Lauryl Glucoside. Oxothiazolidine. Propylene Glycol. Sodium Benzoate. Sodium Citrate. Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate. Sorbic Acid. Tocopherol. Tocopheryl Glucoside. Tribehenin. Xanthan Gum.

    • 5.16.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  129. 5.27.23
    Eftychia said:

    Hello! Thank you so much for providing all this information.

    Please could you let me know if the following product is safe to use:

    High Sun Protection Children Spray SPF 50

    WATER (AQUA). OCTOCRYLENE. GLYCERIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. CETEARYL ISONONANOATE. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. LAURYL GLUCOSIDE. POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. DIMETHICONE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CITRIC ACID. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SILICA. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. XANTHAN GUM

    Thank you!

    • 5.27.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  130. 5.27.23
    JD said:

    Hi! I was told that the Avene a-oxitive serum that you reviewed as pregnancy-safe was repackaged. Would you kindly check it again, these are the ingredients:
    INGREDIENTS:
    AQUA, GLYCERIN ISODODECANE, PENTYIENF
    GIYCOL DIMETHICONE
    ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. CAPRYLIC/ CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, ARTEMIA EXTRACT. C12-20 ALKYL GIUCOSIDE C14-22 ALCOHOLS.
    CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE. CITRIC ACID DISODIUM EDTA PARFUM. HYDROXYETHYI ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRY.
    LOYIDIMETHYI TAURATE COPOLYMER. POLYSORBATE 60.
    SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM CITRATE SODIUM HYALURONATE.
    SODIUM HYDROXIDE.
    SORBITAN
    ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. XANTHAN GUM.

    Thank you, much appreciated! 🙂

    • 5.28.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  131. 5.31.23
    Faustina Kalaci said:

    Hello,
    Thank you very much for your research and for all the information you provide. Do you mind please confirming whether Avene Cicalfate gel cicatrice is safe during breastfeeding?

    I appointment your time and support with this inquiry.

    Best,
    Faustina

    • 6.1.23
      Christine said:

      As mentioned in the post, I need a full ingredient list to review your product as I’ve reviewed all of the ones I have access to. More info here: why I need an ingredient list to comment on product safety. Note, I do not follow links from readers, I need the actual list. Thanks!

      • 6.1.23
        Faustina Kalaci said:

        Hello,

        Thank you for your reply. The Cicalfate gel cicatrice list of ingredients:
        Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Dimethicone, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/​Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethiconol, Aquaphilus Dolomiae Ferment Filtrate, Arginine, Copper Sulfate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tromethamine, Water (Aqua), Xanthan Gum, Zinc Sulfate

        I appreciate your time and support determining if I could use this while breastfeeding.

        Best,
        Faustina

        • 6.1.23
          Christine said:

          This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  132. 6.5.23
    Aoife Sampson said:

    Could you please check that these sunscreen are pregnancy safe?

    1. Avène Intense Protect SPF50+ Sun Cream for Very Sensitive Skin 150ml

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    2. Spray SPF 50

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. GLYCERIN. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID. LAURYL GLUCOSIDE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM LAURYL GLUCOSE CARBOXYLATE. SORBIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. XANTHAN GUM

    3. Cleanance Sun Cream SPF 50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH). PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). GLYCERIN. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. GLYCERYL LAURATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TAPIOCA STARCH. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM. ZINC GLUCONATE

  133. 6.7.23
    Sanja said:

    Hello!
    Avene Cleanance micellar water is it safe for breastfeeding?
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). BUTYLENE GLYCOL. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. PEG-6 APRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES. PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL. CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL LAURATE

    • 6.7.23
      Christine said:

      It’s fine for pregnancy and nursing

  134. 6.19.23
    Kezia said:

    Hi Doctor, thank you for this resourceful website of yours. Is this Avene Sun Care Very High Protection Mineral Cream SPF 50+ safe for pregnancy?

    Ingredients: Avene Aqua, Titanium Dioxide, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Triethylhexanoin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cyclomethicone, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl PEG/​PPG-10/​1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Alumina, Aqua, Stearic Acid, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ci 77492, Ci 77491, Octyldodecanol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Sorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Tetradibutyl Pentaerithrityl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

    Thank you so much!

    • 6.19.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  135. 6.22.23
    JD said:

    HI! Would you be able to check if this is safe for pregnancy and nursing as well?

    Avene Cicalfate+ Purifying cleansing gel

    Ingredients: Aqua. Glycerin. Disodium Coco-glucoside Citrate. Decyl Glucoside. Sodium Cocoamphoacetate. Pentylene Glycol. Aquaphilus Dolomiae Ferment Filtrate. Arginine. Citric Acid. Copper Sulfate. Sodium Chloride. Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate. Tromethamine. Xanthan Gum. Zinc Sulfate.

    Thanks much doctor!

    • 6.22.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  136. 6.23.23
    Allie said:

    Are these safe for use while pregnant?

    Avène DermAbsolu Recontouring Mask

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), GLYCERIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, NIACINAMIDE, ZEA MAYS (CORN) STARCH (ZEA MAYS STARCH), GLYCERYL INOLEATE, BAKUCHIOL, ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CARAMEL, CITRIC ACID, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), GLYCERYL LINOLENATE, GLYCERYL OLEATE, GLYCERYL PALMITATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL (GLYCINE SOJA OIL), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL), LAURYL GLUCOSIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, POLYSORBATE 60, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, WATER (AQUA)

    Avene Hyaluron Activ B3 Concentrated Plumping Serum

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), NIACINAMIDE, GLYCERIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ADENOSINE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE.

    Thanks so much!

    Allie

    • 6.23.23
      Christine said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  137. 7.1.23
    Pegah said:

    Hi
    I couldn’t find the “Avene sport fluid spf +50” comment for using in pregnancy could you please help me

  138. 7.2.23
    PERLA said:

    Hi
    Avene – Fluid Dry Touch SPF 50+ safe during pregnancy and nursing?

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL [NANO]. WATER (AQUA). FRAGRANCe PERFUM. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. SILICA. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. DECYL GLUCOSIDE. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. OXOTHIAZOLIDINE. PEG-100 STEARATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 7.2.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  139. 11.13.23
    Renee said:

    Hi. Can you please review these Avene products? Avene Cleanance Women Smoothing Night Care.
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. ISODODECANE. DIMETHICONE. GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. WATER (AQUA). SQUALANE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. HEXYLRESORCINOL. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. ALGIN. ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL. ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. BENZOIC ACID. BHT. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CARBOMER. DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER. DIMETHICONOL. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. PAPAIN. PEG-7 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE COCONUT ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). RETINAL. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). XANTHAN GUM

    • 11.13.23
      Christine said:

      This has a retinoid. Avoid in pregnancy and nursing

  140. 11.13.23
    Renee said:

    Hi. Can you please advise if I can use this while pregnant and/or breastfeeding? The product is Avene Cleanance Women Corrective Serum. Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). WATER (AQUA). GLYCOLIC ACID. GLYCERIN. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. PROPYLENE GLYCOL. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE. LACTIC ACID. SODIUM CHLORIDE. HEXYLRESORCINOL. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT). PENTYLENE GLYCOL. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. POLYSORBATE 60. SODIUM BENZOATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE

    Thanks 🙂

    • 11.13.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to glycolic acid

  141. 11.19.23
    Tiffany said:

    Is avene Retinal advanced correcting serum okay for nursing?

    • 11.19.23
      Christine said:

      Highly doubtful, I generally need a full ingredient list to tell you anything, but that will have a retinoid in it to avoid in pregnancy and nursing.

  142. 12.1.23
    Vila said:

    Hello Dr Christine,

    Is this product pregnancy safe?

    TriXera Nutrition Shower cream

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. WATER (AQUA). PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL (PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL). DECYL GLUCOSIDE. SODIUM LAUROYL METHYL ISETHIONATE. DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CITRIC ACID. COCO-GLUCOSIDE. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL OLEATE. HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES CITRATE. HYDROXYPROPYL GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE. LAURIC ACID. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. PENTYL RHAMNOSIDE. SODIUM BENZOATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. SODIUM METHYL ISETHIONATE. TOCOPHEROL. TRIDECETH-6. TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE

    Thank you

    • 12.1.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  143. 12.22.23
    Jae said:

    Hello Dr.

    Would you be able to review Cleanance aqua cream-in-gel?

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). PROPANEDIOL. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. GLYCERIN. WATER (AQUA). TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. NIACINAMIDE. ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER. BLUE 1 (CI 42090). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CETEARYL OLIVATE. DIGLYCERIN. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL LAURATE. HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER. HYDROXYPROPYL STARCH PHOSPHATE. LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT). PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. POLYGLYCERIN-3. POLYSORBATE 60. POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE. SODIUM BENZOATE. SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. SORBITAN OLIVATE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIDECETH-6

    • 12.22.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  144. 1.7.24
    Agne said:

    Hi!
    Would TOLERANCE HYDRA-10 MOISTURISING CREAM be okay to use during pregnancy?

    The ingredient list is below:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). CETEARYL ALCOHOL. CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE. CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) PEEL POWDER (CITRUS LIMON PEEL POWDER). DIUTAN GUM. SCLEROTIUM GUM. SODIUM HYALURONATE

    Thank you!!!

    • 1.8.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  145. 1.9.24
    Justina said:

    Hello!

    I wonder if Avène Hyaluron Activ B3 Triple Correction Eye Cream is safe during pregnancy? I could not find it on your list.

    Here are the ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. NIACINAMIDE. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL (CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL). MYRISTYL ALCOHOL. SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. TERMINALIA CHEBULA FRUIT EXTRACT. ADENOSINE. CETEARYL OLIVATE. CITRIC ACID. CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) PEEL POWDER (CITRUS LIMON PEEL POWDER). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). MYRISTYL GLUCOSIDE. SCLEROTIUM GUM. SODIUM BENZOATE. SORBITAN OLIVATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN.

    Thank you very much!

    • 1.9.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  146. 1.12.24
    Jory said:

    Hi doctor, is the following sunscreen safe to use during pregnancy

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. ALUMINA. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. STEARIC ACID. CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. C30-45 OLEFIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). (CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE [NANO]. SILK AMINO ACIDS. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM

    • 1.13.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  147. 1.15.24
    loren said:

    Hi Doctor
    Avene Couvrance Compact Cream
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). C12-15 ALKYL ETHYLHEXANOATE. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE. HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE. POLYETHYLENE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. KAOLIN. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE. SYNTHETIC BEESWAX. TITANIUM DIOXIDE. POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE. ACRYLONITRILE/METHYL METHACRYLATE/VINILYDENE CHLORIDE COPOLYMER. ALUMINA. ASCORBYL PALMITATE. BHT. C30-45 ALKYL CETEARYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. HYDROGENATED MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX. ISOPROPYL TITANIUM TRIISOSTEARATE. MICA. SILICA. STEARIC ACID. SYNTHETIC WAX. TOCOPHEROL. WATER (AQUA)

    • 1.15.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

  148. 2.2.24
    Nicole said:

    Hello doctor. Thank u for all your help!
    I was wondering if this product is OK for pregnancy.

    Avene clearance comedomed

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Isopropyl Alcohol. Peg-6. Glycerin. Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract. Silica. Polyacrylate-13. Polyisobutene. Polysorbate 20. Sorbitan Isostearate. Water (Aqua).

    • 2.2.24
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  149. 2.2.24
    LT said:

    Sunscreen
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE
    AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIETHYLAMINO
    HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. GLYCERIN. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH
    (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH), PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYL-
    TRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA), BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL
    METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. GLYCERYL STEARATE.
    POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL
    VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYUC/
    CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GIYCOL GLYCERYL
    BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). TOCOPHERYL
    GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 2.2.24
      Christine said:

      This has chemical sunscreens, ok for nursing but not nursing

  150. 2.6.24

    Hi! Thank you so much for all of this information! Can you please tell me whether the Hyaluron Active B3 Cell Renewal Cream is pregnancy and nursing safe ?

    Ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. NIACINAMIDE. CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL (CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL). BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). GLYCOL PALMITATE. ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL. CETEARYL ALCOHOL. CELLULOSE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. ADENOSINE. ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE. BEHENYL ALCOHOL. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE. CITRIC ACID. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. XANTHAN GUM

    • 2.6.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  151. 2.16.24
    Tiffany said:

    Hi! I noticed the xeracalm oil cleanser has evening primrose oil in it. Confirming that this is pregnancy safe? Thank you!

    • 2.16.24
      Christine said:

      Yes, it’s fine.

  152. 2.20.24
    Amelia said:

    Hi Doctor,

    What are your thoughts on Sodium Benzoate in skincare products? Is this an ingredient to avoid when it’s in other uses? Is it a dangerous ingredient when mixed with Ascorbic Acid in skincare?

    • 2.20.24
      Christine said:

      I think it’s fine in skincare in pregnancy, and I don’t know of any physicians recommending avoidance based on current evidence. Those that say it is dangerous when mixed with other items are underestimating the effect of other ingredients in the products as well, such as stabilizers and such. I think this is one of those TikTok things where when you talk to actual dermatologists and cosmetic chemists doesn’t actually make any sense scientifically.

  153. 2.23.24
    AM said:

    Hi, please help me check for the following. Thank you!

    Cicalfate+ Absorbing Soothing Spray

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). ZINC OXIDE. HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE. WATER (AQUA). 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. AQUAPHILUS DOLOMIAE FERMENT FILTRATE. ARGININE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. COPPER SULFATE. HECTORITE. SCLEROTIUM GUM. TROMETHAMINE. ZINC SULFATE

    • 2.24.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  154. 2.27.24
    Gwen said:

    Hi, can you please check these items safe for pregnancy for me? Many thanks.

    Avene Réflexe solaire 50+
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL (GLYCINE SOJA OIL). PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 2.27.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

  155. 3.23.24
    Ralu said:

    Dear Doctor,

    I think the A Oxitive Serum ingrédients might habe changed. There is a glycol composent in there that I would like to know if it is fine.

    Below the full ingrédients list from à recent sale offer:

    INGREDIENTS: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), GLYCERIN, ISODODECANE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, WATER (AQUA), DIMETHICONE, ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, ARTEMIA EXTRACT, C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE, C14-22 ALCOHOLS, CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM EDTA, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, POLYSORBATE 60, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, XANTHAN GUM

    Is this ok for pregnancy?

    Thank you very much

    • 3.23.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  156. 4.7.24
    AnetaV said:

    Dear Doctor, I found out that suncreen Avène AVENE Lait mineral SPF 50 has some different ingredients than the one that is mentioned here (I live in EU).

    Could you please tell me if I can use this product when I am pregnant?

    Avène AVENE Lait mineral:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. ALUMINA. WATER (AQUA). CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. STEARIC ACID. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. C30-45 OLEFIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492)(CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SODIUM MYRISTOYL GLUTAMATE. SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. XANTHAN GUM.

    Thank you very much,
    Aneta

    • 4.7.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 5.16.24
        Aneta said:

        Thank you very much! 🙂

  157. 4.8.24
    Vicky said:

    Hi,
    Is this safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

    1. Avène Sun Minéral (tinted)
    ZINC OXIDE [NANO], AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO], COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE, ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, ISODODECANE, ISOHEXADECANE, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492) (CI 77491) (CI 77499), MICA, ALUMINA, STEARIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER, SILICA [NANO], BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DISODIUM EDTA, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, GLYCERYL BEHENATE, GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL), PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, POLYAMIDE-3, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIBEHENIN, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, WATER (AQUA).

    2. Avène Sun Minéral
    ZINC OXIDE [NANO], AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO], COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE, ISODODECANE, ISOHEXADECANE, PTFE, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, ALUMINA, STEARIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER, SILICA [NANO], BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DISODIUM EDTA, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, GLYCERYL BEHENATE, GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL), PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, POLYAMIDE-3, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIBEHENIN, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, WATER (AQUA)

    • 4.8.24
      Christine said:

      Both are Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  158. 4.12.24
    Kristi Ebanks said:

    Hi there,

    Can you please advise if this is safe for pregnancy:

    La Roche-Posay Anthelios Wet Skin SPF50+ Body Sunscreen 250 ml

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: HOMOSALATE 10.0%w/w, DROMETRIZOLE TRISILOXANE 5.0%w/w, OCTYL SALICYLATE 5.0%w/w, BEMOTRIZINOL 4.5%w/w, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE 3.5%w/w, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE 3.5%w/w. AQUA/WATER, HOMOSALATE, DROMETIZOLE TRISILOXANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, ethylexyl TRIAZONE, GLYCERIN, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ISOHEXADECANE, ALCOHOL DENAT.PROPANEDIOL, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE, ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER, P-ANISIC ACID, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, CARBOMER, DISODIUM EDTA, GLYCERYLOLEATE, HYDROGENATED PALM GLYCERIDES CITRATE, LECITHIN, NYLON-12, PEG-8 LAURATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, TOCOPHEROL, TRIETHANOLAMINE.

    Big thanks!

    • 4.13.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens, salicylates

  159. 4.19.24
    Anne said:

    Hi Doctor! Can you let me know if the following Avene product is pregnancy safe?

    Product: RetrinAL CERAMIDE Lipid-Replenishing Balm
    Ingredients: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL (CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL). BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER). BEHENYL ALCOHOL. NIACINAMIDE. CETEARLY ALCOHOL. ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL. GLYCERYL STEARATE. GLYCERYL LINOLEATE. BAKUCHIOL. ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. CERMIDE NG. CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE. CITRIC ACID. DIUTAN GUM. GLYCERYL LINOLENATE. GLYCERYL OLEATE. GLYCERYL PALMITATE. GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL (GLYCINE SOJA OIL). HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL (OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL). PHYTOSTEROLS. RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL (RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL). SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL.

    Thank you!
    Anne

    • 4.20.24
      Christine said:

      Avoid in both pregnancy and nursing due to the bakuchiol. Oddly there isn’t a chemical retinoid added despite the product name, but the bakuchiol works via the same mechanisms and I screen it out just the same.

  160. 4.22.24
    Pearl Lam said:

    Hello Dr,
    May you check for me if this is safe?

    EAU THERMALE AVENE
    SPF50+ Fragrance-Free Fluid Triasorb PA++++ Sunblock (Suitable For Sensitive Skin + Ultra Light + Ultra Protection UVA UVB + 0% Fragrance + For Face & Neck) 50ml

    Ingredients:
    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch (Oryza Sativa Starch), Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine, Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Tapioca Starch, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Benzoic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Ppg-1-Peg-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Red 33 (Ci 17200), Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Xanthan Gum.

    Thank you for taking the time to help all of us!!

    • 4.23.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  161. 5.5.24
    T said:

    Hi, I am wondering if this Avene fluid (50) is okay to be used during pregnancy?

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING 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, GLYCINE SOJA OIL, LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER, RED 33, SODIUM BENZOATE, SODIUM PHYTATE, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, XANTHAN GUM.

    Thank you!

    • 5.5.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  162. 5.17.24
    Hattie said:

    Hi, is this one safe for pregnancy: Avene Cleanance Mattifying Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30?
    Someone asked above but never shared the ingredients so you weren’t able to provide an answer. Thank you so much in advance!!

    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: ZINC OXIDE 10%

    INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
    WATER/EAU/AQUA, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, JOJOBA ESTERS, POLYGLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE/ POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE/SEBACAT, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PROPANEDIOL,TRIDECYL SALICYLATE, METHYLHEPTYL ISOSTEARATE, KAOLIN, NIACINAMIDE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, COCO-CAPRYLATE, SILICA, SODIUM CHLORIDE, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN EXTRACT, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BISABOLOL, ALLANTOIN, LECITHIN, HELIANTHUS( ANNUUS SUNFLOWER ) EXTRACT, PHENYLPROPANOL, MALTODEXTRIN, TOCOPHEROL, LACTOBACILLUS, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF EXTRACT, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, CHLOROPHYLLIN COPPER COMPLEX, TREMELLA FUCIFORMIS SPOROCARP EXTRACT, SODIUM HYDROXIDE

    • 5.18.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

    • 5.21.24
      Julia said:

      Hello Christine!

      I’d like to ask about Intense Protect fluid SPF 50 that you’ve already reviewed here. You mentioned it’s not safe for pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen. But is it safe for using on children? (1 year old). The package tells it’s safe for babies over 6 months but now I’m worried if it’s true cause as I know chemical sunscreen can affect hormonal system after just one use. Could you help with that please?

      Ingredients :
      AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

      • 5.21.24
        Christine said:

        We say to only use mineral sunscreen on little ones 6 months and older, and you can use chemical older than 12 months. So it would be fine. The data about endocrine disruption is felt by the majority of the medical community (of which I’m a part, and this is when I’m at national meetings or discussing with other physicians, or on our national forums online) because the studies aren’t well done. The evidence we have doesn’t support avoidance, right now the risk/benefit of these ingredients points towards benefit due to the UV exposure otherwise. There certainly isn’t evidence that 1 use would cause clinical harm. I would likely re-evaluate where you have gotten that information from, as I find it highly suspect.

        • 5.21.24
          Julia said:

          Thank you so much for your reply. I certainly saw it somewhere (and I’m constantly reading different materials about children), but I trust you more on that for sure.
          I specially bought a 100% mineral filter SPF but the child developed rash to it, so I’d like to switch to the cream I bought for myself which is this Avene.
          Thank you so much for such a detailed answer.

  163. 6.3.24
    Chrys said:

    Hello,

    Can i use the product Avene Sunsimed during pregnancy?
    Aqua, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Benzoic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Glyceryl Laurate, Diisopropyl Adipate, C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Silica, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides, EDTA, Acrylates/​C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum

    • 6.3.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  164. 6.7.24
    M-A said:

    Hello!

    Thank you so much

    Is this safe for nursing?

    Avene Very High Protection Fluid Fragrance-Free SPF 50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH). PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). GLYCERIN. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TAPIOCA STARCH. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 6.7.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  165. 6.14.24
    Kim said:

    Is Avene Hydrance+ Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 safe? Thanks

    Active: Zinc Oxide 10%.
    Inactive: Water/Eau/Aqua ,Tridecyl Salicylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Propanediol, Coco -Caprylate,C13-15 Alkane Glycerin, Undecane, Methylpropanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Pyrusmalus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Isoamyl Laurate, Silica, Tridecane, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Caprylyl Glycol, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Lecithin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Phenylpropanol,Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopherol, Sodium Hydroxide.

    • 6.14.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  166. 6.19.24
    Nadia said:

    Hello, I am hooked on your site but having real issues finding an an available (apart from la Roche) pregnancy safe sunscreen. The avene ones aren’t available on AUS, and some others are quite expensive. Can you point me in the right direction at all? Thank you kindly, I love your website and info 🙏🏼

    • 6.19.24
      Christine said:

      I don’t have access to Aussie websites, I’m based in the US as are about 95% of my readers. Sorry!

  167. 6.24.24
    Hilde said:

    Hello!
    Is Avene hydrating boost serum ok for both pregnancy and nursing? Here is the ingrediens list.

    avene aqua, propanediol, glycerin, pentylene glycol, diglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, niacinamide, sodium hyaluronate, betaine, citric acid, parfum, pca, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, sclerotium gum, sodium citrate, sodium hydroxide, aqua

    • 6.24.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  168. 6.26.24
    Nathalie said:

    Hi, thank you so much for your work! Has helped me a lot. ❤️

    Can you please tell me if this sunscreen is okay to use during pregnancy?

    Reflex Sun 50+

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINES. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL (GLYCINE SOJA OIL). PEG-100 STEARATE. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 6.26.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  169. 6.26.24
    Anna said:

    Hi,

    Is the Vitamin Activ CG serum ok for pregnancy? It’s a new product

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. NIACINAMIDE. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. C9-12 ALKANE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRACAPRYLATE/TETRACAPRATE. ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE. BAKUCHIOL. 1,2-HEXANEDIOL. ACACIA SENEGAL GUM. BUTYLENE GLYCOL. CITRIC ACID. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. SODIUM CITRATE. SODIUM DILAURAMIDOGLUTAMIDE LYSINE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM

    • 6.26.24
      Christine said:

      I would avoid this in pregnancy and nursing due to the bakuchiol

  170. 6.29.24
    T said:

    Hi, I am wondering if Avene Intense protect is suitable for pregnancy?

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, GLYCERIN, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE, PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE, WATER (AQUA), BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER, BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, GLYCERYL BEHENATE, GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, POLYACRYLATE-13, POLYISOBUTENE, POLYSORBATE 20, PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER, RED 33 (CI 17200), SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, TOCOPHEROL, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIBEHENIN, XANTHAN GUM

    • 6.29.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  171. 7.14.24
    EMANUELA said:

    Buonasera dottoressa,
    questi prodotti sono sicuri per la gravidanza?

    1) Crema Schermo Minerale SPF 50+ ad altissima protezione:

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. ALUMINA. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. STEARIC ACID. CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. C30-45 OLEFIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). (CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE [NANO]. SILK AMINO ACIDS. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM

    2) Latte Schermo Minerale SPF 50+:

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. CYCLOPENTASILOXANE. POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE. ALUMINA. CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE. HEXYL LAURATE. STEARIC ACID. CYCLOHEXASILOXANE. C30-45 ALKYL METHICONE. C30-45 OLEFIN. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. DISODIUM EDTA. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). (CI 77491). OCTYLDODECANOL. PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE [NANO]. SILK AMINO ACIDS. SODIUM CHLORIDE. SORBIC ACID. TALC. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM

    3) Fluido Minerale SPF 50+:

    ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE. ISOCETYL STEAROYL STEARATE. ISOPROPYL PALMITATE. ISODECYL NEOPENTANOATE. ISODODECANE. ISOHEXADECANE. TRIETHYLHEXANOIN. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE. ALUMINA. STEARIC ACID. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. PEG-45/DODECYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER. SILICA [NANO]. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISODIUM EDTA. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE. POLYAMIDE-3. SODIUM CHLORIDE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA)

    Grazie mille!

    • 7.16.24
      Christine said:

      Tutti e 3 sono sicuri per la gravidanza e l’allattamento

  172. 7.16.24
    anabella said:

    is this avenue sun care oil safe? can’t find any safe sun protection oil
    thank you!

    C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. ISODODECANE. DIISOPROPYL ADIPATE. COCO-CAPRYLATE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. DIETHYLHEXYL BUTAMIDO TRIAZONE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE. ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. BIS-ETHYLHEXYL HYDROXYDIMETHOXY BENZYLMALONATE. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE

    • 7.16.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens
      Oils are all made with chemical sunscreens, not physical ones. I don’t think any exist that are pregnancy safe.

      • 7.16.24
        anabella said:

        thank you so much. is there a french pharmacy body sunscreen that is pregnancy safe? i can’t seem to find in either milk or spray or any format?

        • 7.16.24
          Christine said:

          There are very few spray sunscreens in general that are pregnancy safe because of the way they are formulated. They typically need a salicylate added in there, and the physical sunscreens don’t work as well in them. That’s even beyond the issues with application/inhalation of spray sunscreens.

          • 7.16.24
            anabella said:

            can you share a name of any pregnancy safe sunscreen that can be bought in french pharmacy? or there is none?
            doesn’t need to be spray it can be any for at of a sunscreen?
            thank you so much

          • 7.16.24
            Christine said:

            I don’t live in France, I’m in the US. I don’t know what you have access to exactly in your pharmacy.

          • 7.17.24
            anabella said:

            there is many brands –
            vichy
            bioderma
            avene
            la roche posay
            clarins
            claudalie
            eucerin cerave
            dr haushka

            many of the brands you reviewed but i struggled finding any approved sunscreen.
            i just found out i am pregnant and i go today to a vacation so don’t have time to order a specific sunscreen from internet but have to get it at the pharmacy from available brands.

            thank you so much

          • 7.17.24
            Christine said:

            All of those brands have their own page on my site.

  173. 7.19.24
    Clara said:

    Hello, I was just wondering if this safe to use during pregnancy? It is a fairly new product they introduced.

    Avene Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). OCTYLDODECANOL. GLYCERIN. MYRISTYL ALCOHOL. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. SILYBUM MARIANUM FRUIT EXTRACT. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. MYRISTYL GLUCOSIDE. CITRIC ACID. DIUTAN GUM. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). SODIUM BENZOATE. TOCOPHEROL. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

    • 7.19.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 7.20.24
        Clara said:

        Hey Christine it also mentions ANGIOPAUSINE I’m not sure what that means it’s not listed in the ingredients list but it says it on the box under this description and also on the website on Avene.

        innovation: (ANGIOPAUSINE™] 6%: An ingredient with patented* properties, that helps reduce the appearance of redness.
        *Patent pending in France.

        • 7.20.24
          Christine said:

          It’s a milk thistle extract, which is fine.

          • 7.20.24
            Clara said:

            Thank you so much for the info, it is much appreciated!

  174. 7.20.24
    Patricia Basso said:

    Hi Dr. is
    Vitamine Cg active Radiance serum
    Safe for nursing ?
    ingredients: Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Glycerin, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, C9-12 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaery-Thrityl Tetracaprylate/ Tetrecaprate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Bakuchiol, 1,2 Hexandiol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Water (Aqua), Xanthan Gum
    Thank you

    • 7.20.24
      Christine said:

      No, avoid in pregnancy and nursing due to the bakuchiol

  175. 7.28.24
    Cece said:

    Hi Doctor,

    May I ask if the Avene Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum is safe?

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Glycerin. Pentylene Glycol. Propanediol. 1,2-Hexanediol. Panthenol. 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol. Octyldodecanol. Pantolactone. Betaine. Citric Acid. Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer. Polysorbate 60. Sodium Citrate. Sorbitan Isostearate. Water (Aqua). Xanthan Gum.

    Thanks,
    Cece

    • 7.28.24
      Christine said:

      This is fine for pregnancy and nursing

  176. 8.4.24
    Zeina K said:

    Hi Dr. Would you kindly review my current sunscreen by Avene?
    Very high sun protection SPF50+ for sensitive, normal to combination skin
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH (ORYZA SATIVA STARCH). PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). GLYCERIN. BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. TAPIOCA STARCH. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. FRAGRANCE (PARFUM). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM

    • 8.4.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  177. 8.19.24
    Elena said:

    Dear Doctor, is would like to ask safety for this product, thanks: Cleanance A.H.A Exfoliating serum- inci: AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. SUCCINIC ACID. LACTIC ACID. SODIUM HYDROXIDE. GLUTAMIC ACID. SODIUM BENZOATE. WATER (AQUA). XANTHAN GUM

    • 8.20.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  178. 8.26.24
    YONCA said:

    Hello, is it safe during pregnancy to use this products?
    Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50+
    INGREDIENTS
    ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: ZINC OXIDE (12%) INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, PROPANEDIOL, JOJOBA ESTERS, TRIDECYL SALICYLATE, METHLHEPTYL ISOSTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 DIISOSTEARATE / POLYHYDRIXYSTEARATE/ SEBACATE, NYLON-12, NIACINAMIDE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, COCO-CAPRYLATE, SILICA, AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER, SODIUM CHLORIDE, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DOPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BISABOLOL, ALLANTOIN, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) BRAN EXTRACT, LECITHIN, PHENYLPROPANOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) EXTRACT, TOCOPHEOL, ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF EXTRACT, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE.

    • 8.26.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate

  179. 8.27.24
    ELSIE said:

    Dear Doctor,
    I’m wondering whether the product Avène Cleanance Aqua Gel Matificante can be used during nursring.
    Here are the ingredients:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA), PROPANEDIOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERIN, WATER (AQUA), TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, NIACINAMIDE, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, BLUE 1 (CI 42090), CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CETEARYL OLIVATE, DIGLYCERIN, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), GLYCERYL LAURATE, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, HYDROXYPROPYL STARCH PHOSPHATE, LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT (LENS ESCULENTA SEED EXTRACT), PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, POLYGLYCERIN-3, POLYSORBATE 60, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM BENZOATE, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, SORBITAN OLIVATE, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE, TRIDECETH-6.

    Thanks a lot!

    • 8.27.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  180. 9.28.24
    Vaia Chatzi said:

    Dear doctor,
    Thanks for sharing all this knowledge with us! <3

    Are the following products considered pregnancy safe (also given the fact that niacinamide is 6%)? Thanks!

    1. Avène Hyaluron Activ B3 Cell Renewing Aqua Gel-Cream:
    Avene thermal spring water (Avene aqua), glycerin, niacinamide, squalene, diglycerin, Persea gratissima (avocado) oil (Persea gratissima oil), hydroxyethyl acrylate/ sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, polyglyceryl-10 myristate, sodium hyaluronate, adenosine, 1,2-hexanediol, behenyl alcohol, caprylic/ capric triglyceride, caprylyl glycol, caramel, citric acid, perfume, polysorbate 60, sodium citrate, sorbitan isostearate, tocopheryl glucoside, water (aqua), xanthan gum

    2. Avène HYALURON ACTIV B3 Serum:
    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). NIACINAMIDE. GLYCERIN. PENTYLENE GLYCOL. SODIUM HYALURONATE. ADENOSINE. CITRIC ACID. SODIUM BENZOATE

  181. 10.23.24
    Steph said:

    Hi Doctor

    Is the COUVRANCE Stick green corrector safe for use during pregrancy?
    DIISOSTEARYL MALATE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). SILICA. PPG-3 MYRISTYL ETHER. BIS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-2. OCTYLDODECANOL. ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE. POLYETHYLENE. TITANIUM DIOXIDE [NANO]. HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL. BEESWAX (CERA ALBA). ISONONYL ISONONANOATE. CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS (CI 77288). ZINC OXIDE [NANO]. ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE. BHT. BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE. IRON OXIDES (CI 77492). MICA. SD ALCOHOL 39-C (ALCOHOL DENAT.). STEARIC ACID. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE. WATER (AQUA)

    Many thanks for your time and help

    • 10.23.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

  182. 11.4.24
    Caroline said:

    Hi Dr. Would you be able to let me know if this is safe for pregnancy please?

    Tolerance HYDRA-10 Hydrating cream

    Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua). Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Glycerin. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter). Cetearyl Alcohol. Cetearyl Glucoside. Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder (Citrus Limon Peel Powder). Diutan Gum. Sclerotium Gum. Sodium Hyaluronate

    Thank you in advance!
    Also, would you be able to add the extra skin care in your comments to your list please? 🙂

    • 11.4.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  183. 11.5.24
    Nat W said:

    Dear Dr,
    Could I please check if the Avene Milky Gel Ex (24h) is safe for use during pregnancy? It contains the following ingredients:

    Hot Spring Water, Glycerin, Tri (Caprylic Acid /​ Capric Acid) Glyceryl, (Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/​Acryloyldimethyltaurine Na) Copolymer, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Triethylhexanoin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Betaine, EPO, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Avocado Oil, Phytosterols, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Caramel, Citric Acid, K Hydroxide, Propanediol, Na Citrate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Water, Xanthan Gum, Fragrance

    Thank you for doing all this amazing work for us mothers.

    • 11.5.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  184. 11.7.24
    Nathalia T said:

    Hello! Thank you for this site, it help me so much when I am unsure. It is this product OK for breastfeeding?
    Hyaluron Activ B3 Triple Action Eye Cream

    AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. GLYCERIN. NIACINAMIDE. DICAPRYLYL ETHER. CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL (CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL). MYRISTYL ALCOHOL. SODIUM DEXTRAN SULFATE. SODIUM HYALURONATE. TERMINALIA CHEBULA FRUIT EXTRACT. ADENOSINE. CETEARYL OLIVATE. CITRIC ACID. CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) PEEL POWDER (CITRUS LIMON PEEL POWDER). GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL (HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL). MYRISTYL GLUCOSIDE. SCLEROTIUM GUM. SODIUM BENZOATE. SORBITAN OLIVATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN.

    Thank you for your help

    • 11.9.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing