
Avène

Sunscreens
No higher-risk flags in the assessed ingredients. This is a screening result, not a guarantee of pregnancy safety.
33 of 33 ingredients rated
MamaSkin rates the recorded formula for Avène Mineral Fluid SPF 50+ as No known risks (99/100). This screening result is not a guarantee of safety for every pregnancy.
No higher-risk ingredient flags are shown in the assessed entries. Ingredients without a matched rating are marked Not assessed, not No known risks.
33 of 33 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. That describes documentation coverage, not proof that the finished formula has been clinically tested during pregnancy.
How we assess productsThe recorded formula, with evidence behind each rating. Unmatched ingredients are marked Not assessed in grey.
Inorganic mineral pigment and, in some products, a mineral UV filter. For typical topical use in creams, lotions and makeup, systemic absorption is expected to be very low. Most concerns discussed in the literature relate to ingestion (food additive E171) or inhalation exposure from fine powders/sprays, and to specific nanoparticle characterisation. For routine topical cosmetic use, it is generally considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding; if you prefer a cautious approach, avoid inhaling loose powders or sprays.
Sources: EFSA opinion on titanium dioxide as food additive E171 (ingestion context); SCCS opinions on titanium dioxide in cosmetics (including inhalation/nano considerations); general dermatology guidance on mineral sunscreens in pregnancy.
Mineral ingredient used as a UV filter and skin protectant in many creams and mineral sunscreens. For typical topical use, systemic absorption is very low and it is generally considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you prefer a cautious approach, avoid inhaling loose powders or spray formats.
Sources: General dermatology/obstetric guidance commonly lists mineral sunscreens (zinc oxide) as acceptable in pregnancy; exposure route considerations for powders/sprays.
Water (Aqua) is the standard purified water used as a cosmetic solvent. It has no pregnancy-specific risk in normal topical use.
Sources: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Water, https://single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu/sectors/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredient-database/cosing-glossary-ingredients_en
Coconut-derived emollient ester used as a lightweight skin-conditioning ingredient. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical use.
Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for alkyl esters/emollient esters; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
isocetyl stearoyl stearate is a cosmetic emollient, ester or lipid-derived formulation aid. Relevant family evidence supports normal cosmetic use with irritation, sensitisation and purity qualifications retained where applicable. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for ordinary topical exposure.
Sources: CIR assessments of cosmetic esters, fatty acids and fatty acid salts https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-fatty-acids-fatty-acid-salts-used-cosmetics; European Commission CosIng
This emollient ester improves slip and skin feel. Cosmetic Ingredient Review assessments support use in current cosmetic concentrations when formulated to be non-irritating; topical use is not identified as a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern. Some alkyl esters can increase penetration of other formula ingredients.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics https://cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-alkyl-esters-used-cosmetics
A fatty-acid ester used mainly for emollience, slip and formula texture. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the assessed alkyl esters are safe in current practices when formulated to be non-irritating. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=b34bc38f-8e74-ec11-8943-0022482f06a6
Volatile emollient/solvent used for slip, quick-dry texture and makeup wear. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Low-viscosity isoparaffin emollient used for slip and lightweight texture. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmetics / CIR Quick Reference Table (Isohexadecane); EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
PTFE is a high-molecular-weight fluoropolymer, not interchangeable with low-molecular-weight PFAS chemicals. The CIR panel found PTFE safe in current cosmetic use after considering topical, incidental lip, and powder inhalation exposures. Cosmetic-grade impurity controls, including residual perfluorinated processing aids and monomer, remain important. Direct pregnancy studies of cosmetic PTFE were not identified; no pregnancy-specific hazard was identified at ordinary cosmetic exposure.
Sources: https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=e821365b-edc8-8bc1-b1ed-7554f706933c
Light emollient triglyceride used to improve spreadability and reduce drag. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Amended Safety Assessment of Triglycerides as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
A lightweight fatty ether used as an emollient and spreading agent. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that dicaprylyl ether is safe in current cosmetic use; reviewed developmental testing did not identify maternal or fetal toxicity and skin absorption was low. Safety for airbrush delivery was not established.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Fatty Ethers https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/FR_FattyEthers_122022.pdf
A high-molecular-weight PEG-modified fatty ester used as an emulsifier and pigment dispersant. Absorption of the intact material is expected to be low. No pregnancy-specific hazard signal was identified for normal topical cosmetic use; cosmetic-grade manufacture should control ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues associated with ethoxylated ingredients.
Sources: European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; CIR assessments of PEG fatty-acid esters and hydroxystearate-derived emulsifiers; FDA guidance and cosmetic manufacturing controls for ethoxylation impurities.
An insoluble aluminum oxide mineral used as an absorbent, abrasive, bulking agent and surface treatment. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review concluded that alumina is safe in current cosmetic use. Normal topical exposure does not identify a pregnancy-specific concern; avoid deliberately inhaling loose powders or airbrush products.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Alumina and Aluminum Hydroxide https://www.cir-safety.org/panelbook/safety-assessment-alumina-and-aluminum-hydroxide-used-cosmetics
Stearic acid is a fatty acid used to stabilise emulsions and improve texture; it is considered low concern in topical cosmetics with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at typical concentrations.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Humectant and preservative booster used to support product stability. Low systemic exposure expected from topical cosmetic use.
Sources: Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU); Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US)
A large polyether cosmetic emulsifier. Its structure and related final cosmetic safety evidence support no known pregnancy-specific risk from normal topical use. Contact allergy has been reported, so avoid it if you have a known reaction.
Sources: https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/ingredReq?id=18053, https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1091581812444141, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/cod.14369
Mineral absorbent and texture aid used to mattify and improve slip. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical cosmetic use; this assessment does not cover deliberate inhalation of loose powder.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Silica and Silicates as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Preservative acid used to help control microbial growth and support formula stability. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical concern identified in the material reviewed; some users may still notice local irritation or stinging, especially on compromised skin.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Benzoic Acid and Sodium Benzoate as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Common emollient derived from fatty acids and glycerin. Used to soften skin and improve texture without pregnancy-specific concerns.
Sources: Cosmetic Ingredient Review (US); Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU)
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent used to improve formula stability and performance; it is considered low concern in topical cosmetic use, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at typical concentrations.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Mineral-derived organoclay thickener and suspension agent used in creams, makeup and sunscreens. It is expected to have low systemic exposure from topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified in reviewed cosmetic references.
Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for hectorite/quaternium hectorite ingredients; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
A naturally sourced clay used as an absorbent, bulking agent or texture aid. CIR concluded that Hectorite, Illite and Montmorillonite are safe in current cosmetic practices, except that available data are insufficient for products that may be incidentally inhaled. No pregnancy-specific systemic concern was identified for topical use; cosmetic-grade sourcing should control crystalline silica, heavy metals and microbial contamination.
Sources: CIR: Amended Safety Assessment of Naturally-Sourced Clays https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment/?id=d5fd5bfa-685d-6aab-94d5-67acbc8713fb; CIR Final Amended Report https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/FAR_Clays_032023.pdf.
A glycerin fatty-acid ester used as an emollient, emulsifier or preservative-support ingredient. Cosmetic safety reviewers concluded that the assessed glyceryl esters are safe in current cosmetic practices.
Sources: CIR: Glyceryl ester conclusions; December 2025 Quick Reference Table https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/QRT-Update-Dec2025.pdf
glyceryl dibehenate is a cosmetic emollient, ester or lipid-derived formulation aid. Related safety assessments support normal cosmetic use, with irritation and penetration-enhancement qualifications retained where relevant. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for ordinary topical exposure.
Sources: CIR safety assessments of fatty alcohols, glyceryl triesters and related cosmetic lipids https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/triglycerides_0.pdf; European Commission CosIng
Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil is a common emollient rich in fatty acids and is generally well tolerated, with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns in topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Antioxidant and stabilizer used to protect cosmetic formulas from oxidation. Reviewed cosmetic ingredient references do not identify a pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern for normal topical cosmetic use.
Sources: CIR cosmetic ingredient safety references for hindered phenolic antioxidants; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Polyamide-3 is a film-forming cosmetic polymer. Its polymeric structure supports an expectation of limited intact-skin absorption, although direct measurements and pregnancy studies are limited and commercial grades differ. No pregnancy-specific harm has been identified from ordinary finished topical use. This is an exposure-based judgment, not a claim of an exact CIR pregnancy clearance or that every grade has the same molecular weight. Cosmetic-grade material requires control of residual monomers and impurities. This assessment excludes ingestion and substantial inhalation of spray or powder.
Sources: https://www.crodabeauty.com/en-gb/products/product/2463-oleocraft_1_mp-30, https://precision.fda.gov/ginas/app/ui/substances/14d81d42-4e28-4470-9b0a-7ce43d47dcf7
Sodium chloride is used to adjust viscosity and texture in formulations; topical cosmetic use is considered low concern with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
Tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E derivative) is used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient; it is considered low concern in topical use with no known pregnancy or breastfeeding risks at cosmetic concentrations.
Sources: CIR; EU/UK Cosmetics Regulation
tocopheryl glucoside is a vitamin, vitamin derivative or endogenous cofactor used as a cosmetic conditioning or antioxidant ingredient. No pregnancy-specific concern was identified for normal topical cosmetic exposure. This classification does not extend to medicinal vitamin analogues, high-dose treatment or oral supplementation.
Sources: European Commission CosIng ingredient inventory; NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Vitamin D Fact Sheet https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/; CIR vitamin and antioxidant ingredient assessments
A triglyceride of behenic acid used as an emollient and structuring ingredient. Cosmetic safety reviewers assessed glyceryl triesters including tribehenin as safe in current cosmetic use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific concern identified for normal topical exposure.
Sources: CIR: Final Report on Glyceryl Triesters https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org/view-attachment?id=315e3329-8e74-ec11-8943-0022482f06a6; CIR ingredient record: Tribehenin https://cir-safety.org/ingredient/tribehenin
Silane coating and dispersion aid used on pigments and mineral particles. Reviewed cosmetic safety sources support normal topical use, with no pregnancy- or breastfeeding-specific topical signal identified in the material reviewed.
Sources: CIR: Safety Assessment of Alkoxyl Alkyl Silanes as Used in Cosmetics; EU CosIng / cosmetics regulatory inventory
Titanium Dioxide 11.4%, Zinc Oxide 14.6%, Water, 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, Hectorite, Glyceryl Behenate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polyamide-3, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Tribehenin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Ingredient ratings refreshed 15 October 2026. Formulas vary by market and can change. Always compare with your packaging.
No higher-risk ingredient flags are shown in the assessed entries. Ingredients without a matched rating are marked Not assessed, not No known risks. The product score is a stored assessment, not a clinical safety guarantee.
No. The score and risk band describe MamaSkin's pregnancy-focused ingredient screening of this recorded formula. They do not measure SPF, UVA protection, water resistance or whether you have applied enough sunscreen. Use the protection and application instructions on your exact packaging, and review the ingredient flags separately.
33 of 33 ingredient entries on this page have a recorded score, evidence summary and source text. That describes documentation coverage, not proof that the finished formula has been clinically tested during pregnancy.
Only if the ingredient list on your packaging matches the recorded formula shown here. Formulas can differ by market and change over time. Compare the full list, not just the product name; report a mismatch if it differs.
No. This page presents a pregnancy-focused product assessment. Do not infer a breastfeeding conclusion from its score or label; breastfeeding requires a separate assessment of the formula and how it is used.