Recensie van Garnier Ambre Solaire Zelfbruiner

Popular adults and kids sun creams fail Which? sun protection tests

We put 11 SPF30 adult sun screens and 4 SPF50+ kids sun creams to the test and were concerned to find two products that failed to live up to their SPF or UVA protection claims.

Garnier's Ambre Solaire Clear Protect Spray SPF30 (£7/200ml) failed our UVA test, while Nivea's Kids Protect & Care SPF50+ Spray (£6/200ml) was found wanting when it comes to SPF protection - particularly concerning considering children's skin is more at risk from the sun.

After an initial fail result, we tested an extra sample of each of the sun screens and both failed again. Because of this we've named these two products Don't Buys that we recommend you avoid.

Only sun creams that pass both our SPF and UVA sun protection tests and that are also easy to apply can be Best Buys - four products from this year's tests impressed enough to get our recommendation.

Best Buy sun creams - see our top picks for 2021

Official description

Garnier Ambre Solaire Anti-Dark Spots & Anti-Pollution Super UV Protection Fluid is enriched with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. The formula offers very high SPF protection to help prevent sun induced dark spots, while protecting skin from pollution induced oxidative stress. Its ultra-light texture is absorbed instantly and offers daily hydration without leaving a greasy finish on skin. No residue. Non-comedogenic. Suitable for daily use.

Garnier

Here’s the first thing I detest: the name. Yeah, not the most important thing in a sunscreen, but the weird and (depending on the region) differing names that still somehow all sound the same make it really hard to differentiate between the whole Garnier face SPF line-up.

Otherwise, because maybe, you know my sunscreen habits: don’t be surprised that I’m reviewing this! Yes, it has alcohol denat. on the second place in the inci list. Yes, my sensitive skin generally doesn’t agree with that much alcohol in skincare (I’ll always be heartbroken that I can’t use Astrid’s fave Anessa that made me want to peel my skin off my face after two hours because it was so itchy and dry). I tried the Garnier nevertheless, because of its high UVA protection.

Sun creams that passed our SPF and UVA tests

10 adult sun creams and 3 kids' ones passed both our UVA and SPF tests, including some great value options. You can see the list of products that passed below.

We also ask a panel to rate how easy each sun lotion is to apply and how well it absorbs into the skin. The sun creams which passed both sun protection tests and are easiest to apply are our Best Buys.

This year, four sun lotions impressed enough to be given our top recommendation. These products will protect your skin as claimed and be pleasant and easy to use.

To see our top picks, head to our best sun creams page.

SPF30 sun screens which passed our UVA and SPF tests

• Asda Protect Cooling Clear Sun Mist, £3.50/200ml - available from Asda

Ambre Solaire Ambre Solaire Invisible Protect Refresh Sun Protection Spray SPF50

Our Ambre Solaire Invisible Protect Refresh Spray SPF50 combines high protection against sun induced skin damage and sunburn with a unique invisible finish on all skin tones. This lightweight, non-sticky formula is very water resistant, making it perfect for taking to the beach or swimming pool! Our formula conforms 100% to European recommendations for protection against the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays.

Ambre Solaire Invisible Protect Refresh Spray SPF50 combines high protection against sun induced skin damage and sunburn with a unique invisible finish on all skin tones. Thanks to its 100% transparent and quick dry formula you can stay protected without the worry of white marks, grey finish or stains on clothes! Enriched with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E, the lightweight formula leaves skin feeling fresh and non-sticky. Invisible Protect Refresh SPF50 suncream is very water resistant, making it perfect for taking to the beach or swimming pool. The spray format allows you to protect all parts of your body quickly and easy. Our formula conforms 100% to European recommendations for protection against the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays. This suncream offers advanced protection against immediate sun induced skin damage, caused by UVB rays, as well as protection from long-term damage and premature skin ageing caused by UVA rays. Garnier’s suncare research is recognised by the British Skin Foundation.

Zelfbruiner gebruiken

Ondanks dat er niks mis is met de huidskleur van je benen, kan het fijn zijn om in aanloop naar de zomer zo nu en dan wat zelfbruiner te gebruiken. Dit geeft je huid een mooie gloed en doet vermoeden dat je net terugkomt uit een tropisch oord. Hartstikke fijn, maar het aanbrengen van een zelfbruiner kan nogal een klus zijn. Zo wil je geen vlekken of strepen achterlaten, is het ook niet prettig als de zelfbruiner niet lekker ruikt en wil je zo lang mogelijk kunnen genieten van deze fake tan . Om je een handje te helpen, hebben we onze favoriete beste zelfbruiners van 2024 op een rij gezet. Een serum, mousse, tanning lotion, in alle kleuren van gradual tan tot ultra dark, we hebben het allemaal getest.

collistar magic drops zelfbruiner 30 ml

Een van de meest gebruikte zelfbruiners voor het gezicht, zijn de Collistar Magic Drops Face. Deze heb je vast al wel eens in een advertentie voorbij zien komen. Dankzij de unieke formule die DHA Rapid bevat, beloven deze drops een goudbruine teint in slechts een uur tijd. Dit gouden ingrediënt versnelt namelijk het zelfbruiningsproces waardoor je direct resultaat ziet. Daarnaast is de formule verrijkt met walnootdopextract en vitamine E die samenwerken om je huid tegelijkertijd te hydrateren en een anti-agingeffect te bieden. Het fijne aan deze gezichtsbruiner van Collistar is dat het vrij is van onder andere sulfaten en siliconen, waardoor het geschikt is voor zowel de gevoelige als normale huid.