Garnier Ambre Solaire's new Sensitive Advanced Hydrating Sun Water SPF30 with Hyaluronic Acid is currently half price at Boots, Amazon, and LookFantastic, bringing the price down from £16.99 to under £9. The lightweight, bi-phase formula offers high protection for face, body, hair, and scalp, and is designed to absorb instantly without leaving a sticky or greasy residue.
Innovation in Suncare
Garnier’s Ambre Solaire has been a household name in sun protection for decades, known for its pioneering innovations such as the first crème totale, first mousse, and first clear textures. Now, as the brand celebrates its 90th anniversary, it introduces the Sensitive Advanced Hydrating Sun Water SPF30. This product taps into the growing demand for sunscreens that feel invisible on the skin while offering triple resistance against water, sweat, and sand, making it ideal for holidays, festivals, and daily use.
Infused with Hyaluronic Acid, the formula hydrates the skin and leaves no white marks on any skin tone. It features a coconut and vanilla fragrance that lasts up to eight hours on skin and hair. The sun water is vegan, cruelty-free, and dermatologically approved.
Customer Reviews
Early reviews have been largely positive, with many users hailing it as a game changer. One reviewer said: 'A total game changer if you hate that sticky, greasy feeling of traditional sun creams. It sprays on so lightly and absorbs instantly.' Another added: 'This is a lovely sunscreen that absorbs really well without any sticky or greasy feeling. It has a light vanilla fragrance and no white cast.'
However, some users found the formula slightly tacky. One commented: 'It does stay slightly tacky, which is a bit of a shame as it's very light on the skin otherwise.' Despite this, many recommend it as a budget-friendly daily SPF for sensitive skin.
Comparison with Alternatives
Compared to other SPF waters on the market, Garnier's offering is more affordable. Caudalie’s Very High Protection Sun Water SPF50+ is £22, while Ultrasun Family Wet Skin Spray SPF50 is £17.60 (down from £22). Garnier's Sun Water is currently £8.49 at Boots, £8.50 at Amazon and LookFantastic, and at Tesco for Clubcard holders.
Marc Baland, Garnier Global Brand President, commented: 'We have consistently brought suncare innovations that reflect the needs of our consumers throughout the decades. Our latest hydrating sun water proves that high sun protection can deliver sensorial and pleasurable textures.'
With lightweight textures becoming a major trend in suncare, Garnier’s new Sun Water offers an effective and pleasant way to protect skin from UV rays without the greasy feel of traditional formulas.
