Garnier Ambre Solaire

Advantages: UVA/UVB Protection, moisturises
Disadvantages: A bit greasy

...people occur in the UK and not abroad on holiday so it is definitely something that needs looking at. I have been using Garnier Ambre Solaire for quite a while now and there are some things I like about it and others I don't. It has both UVA and UVB protection which we are told is a great benefit and we should always look for both of these in our sun screen lotion. They both react towards the body differently as so both need to be protected from. UBV rays can cause sunburn and some forms of skin cancer. In the past UVA was considered less harmful, but today it is known, that it can contribute to skin cancer via the indirect DNA damage It penetrates deeply but it does not cause sunburn. Apparently 95% of UV rays are UVA rays, which are believed to be the principal cause for premature ageing as they penetrate deeper into the skin than...

Spottydog11 15.07.2008 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire Ultra-Moisturising Protection Milk SPF30

Get all creamed up for the sun with Ambre Solaire.

Advantages: It works.
Disadvantages: Cant think of any.

...If you have fair skin and catch the sun easily like me then you need to try Ambre Solaire After sun Tan Maintainer. Normally I tend to go red and sometimes I burn. I have found over the past few years that Ambre Solaire after sun tan maintainer has not only given me a good looking tan over the redness but, it has also moisturised and soothed the areas that have been burned and dried out too. Before I started using this product did not really use any other sun cream so when I went looking for one I did not really have a clue as to what brand was the best to use. I basically looked at the packing and picked the best looking one off the shelf and to tell you the truth I am really glad I picked this one. The cream is fairly runny and will run out of the bottle if you leave it on its side and you must be careful not to squeeze too...

Tonster 24.04.2003 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire After Sun Maintainer

Ambre Solaire No Streaks Bronzer = Brilliant!

Advantages: NO STREAKS!!! + super easy and quick to apply!
Disadvantages: tan is quite light so needs a couple of layers to build a nice colour

...This week I was feeling a little down about my appearance and decided on a fake tan pick me up! I've used lots of different kind of fake tans before and was going to try fake bake or st tropez this time but with times being hard finance wise I decided on Ambre Solaire £8 for the body one and £6 for the face. I am very pale and so went for the 'light' version. Before starting I exfoliated and moisturised well, then applied the tan. I applied as stated on the can, spraying from a distance of 30 cm in regular motions and didn't rub in. It's very easy to apply, it sprays at every angle and took less than 5 minutes to apply. The scent of the tan is quite pleasant at first and not as chemical smelling as some of the others. Although this does give way to the usual fake tan smell as the night goes on!! I really didn't feel the need to rub...

noangel21c 04.03.2009 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire No Streaks Bronzer

Garnier Ambre Solaire GEL good for oily skin;for use on body only

Advantages: Gel formulation, makes skin shimmer, available in high SPFs
Disadvantages: price, smell, dry oil feel on skin

...What attracted me at first to this sun-gel was the fact that it was a gel- I have very oily skin. However, if you are planning to use it on your face, don?t. It not only makes your skin shimmer (pleasant effect on legs, for example; but on your face it looks like you?re sweating)and also IT STINGS. This is because of the high alcohol content. It does warn you not to use it on your face on the back. A major drawback is the smell- it really, really smells like alcohol. It also makes your skin sticky. It?s not greasy, it?s more of a kind of dry oiliness (it reminded me of body oil). I did not like the way it felt on my skin. Also it is expensive, but then most sunscreens are expensive. For oily skin pricewise, you?d be better to look for a supermarket sunscreen for children, as they tend to have less oil content. Also, look out...

desiree27 24.09.2009 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire Clear Protect

Good protection spray butneeds frequent application and is greasy

Advantages: Good sun protection, easy to apply
Disadvantages: Greasy, doesn't hydrate enough

...Garnier Ambre Solaire UV Sensitive 50+ SPF This product is designed for very fair, sun intolerant or sensitive skin that needs a very high protection against UVA and UVB rays. I personally use high SPF products also as protection against strap marks on my shoulders or feet or watch marks on my wrist in summer, as my skin tans very quickly. '"Price"' This is probably not the cheapest product on earth but also not the most expensive. I bought mine at Boots for £12.99 but it was on offer Buy 1 get 1 free so it calculates for about £6.50 each, which isn?t bad. My advice is to buy the summer products out of season because you can always find a good bargain. So I have my sun protection ready a few months before going on holidays and don?t have to worry about it later :-) '"Packaging"' Simple and nice white 200 ml bottle...

Veronica115012 20.08.2009 (07.09.2009) · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire Sensitive Protection Spray SPF 50

More than just an after sun.

Advantages: Aftersun & fake tan all in one, cooling and hydrating.
Disadvantages: Orange nails and clothes.

...Why I chose this product? I usually take my leftovers of suntan lotion and after sun on holiday but I read an article last year that the stability of sun protection lotions is unknown and as a result the shelf life of these products may have been over estimated. I quickly binned the dregs and half empty bottles that were lurking in my cupboards. New lotions and after sun were bought for my recent holiday to Kos, Greece. I bought Garnier Amber Solaire moisturising protection spray and Garnier Amber Solaire After Sun hydrating tan maintainer. The packaging has changed slightly so I've included a picture of the actual one I bought. This after sun claims to "hydrate skin and intensify suntan". It is suitable for the face and body being both non-greasy and non-sticky. The back of the tube reads "Is hydrating tan maintainer right...

e.j.kingham 09.06.2005 (10.06.2005) · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire After Sun Maintainer

After Sun with a Hint of Orange

Advantages: Good moisturising Properties
Disadvantages: Makes your hands go orange

...I saw this on special offer (B.O.G.O.F) in Superdrug just before my last holiday. What a bargain I thought as this normally retais at £6.99 per bottle (150ml). This just serves to remind me that some items are on special offer for a reason. ***The Product*** The product is easily identifiable as part of the Ambre Solaire product range, coming in a blue and white flip top tube which stands on its lid that has a large Garnier Ambre Solaire logo at the top and can usually be found with their other sun products in Boots, Superdrug and other major retailers. The after sun is advertised as being a soothing, hydrating moisturiser specially developed to rebalance dehyrdrated and over-heated skin caused by excessive skin exposure together with low levels of self tanning ingredients to subtly enhance and deepen your tan. It contains...

miggmoggspud 20.04.2006 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire After Sun Maintainer

A Non Peeling After Sun

Advantages: no peeling, works quick, absorbs and softens skin
Disadvantages: slightly sticky

...So, last weekend was probably one of the hottest of the year so far according to me. I didn't actually realise how hot it was at the time of course so avoiding putting on suntan lotion. However, I later regretted this when I got home, after hours of sunbathing. I noticed my arm was bright red as were my cheeks and nose. I didn't have any after sun at home unfortunately at the time so I was made to live out my daily life in humiliation with a bright red nose. The first thing I did when I had the time to do so was run into Tesco and get some kind of after sun. The Ambre Solaire one was on offer so I bought it and ran home. The bottle is quite nice a light blue colour and this is relevant as it is a soother. It has a secure top that you snap open and the typical Garnier logo. It is a hydrating milk which to me sounded good because I can...

ms19 18.06.2006 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire After Sun Soother

Sun Sprays help, Nivea more

Advantages: Read the Review
Disadvantages: Price, requies frequent application

...around a beach dressed like a hi fi executive, to be protected against the sun simply because this is a ridiculous idea. But he matter of factly refered to use something, may be a lotion or even a sun spray to take care of that! Do you know what I did? I looked for some useful stuff just here at ciao, because I have some reasonably good reviews published up here and number of people said that their reviews are generally unbiased and best of to is that, they all review it with a good bit of personal experience. I read as many helpful reviews as possible on these types of products. Ultimately my girl friend, and me decided on Nivea Sun Spray factor 10. We took an average and found that the Nivea Sun Spray factor 10 seemed to be the best. Now the problem is getting it. We got hold of factor 2, factor 8 and even factor 15 but not 10. As...

roktimdutta 15.06.2009 (19.06.2009) · Read review
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Review of Nivea Sun Spray

The Best Sun Protection

Advantages: Clear, spray is easy to use, non-greasy
Disadvantages: None

...I've always hated using sun creams because they just make my skin feel so greasy, even the ones that claim to be non-greasy, so when this one came out I had to try it. It costs around £12 - £13 for a 200ml bottle, but many places have buy one get one free offers on sun care products in the run up to summer, so it's worth trying to get hold of it then. You can get it in factors 10, 20 or 30. According to Ambre solaire, this spray has a patented Mexoryl XL filtration system, to protect against UVA and UVB rays. It protects against sun-induced skin damage and the premature aging effects of the sun's harmful rays. And it claims to do all this whilst leaving no white marks, having an ultra-fresh feel, and being 100% non-greasy and water resistant. It comes in a white bottle with an orange spray top and a clear lid. The lid fastens...

CherryVegas 24.04.2009 · Read review
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Review of Garnier Ambre Solaire Clear Protect