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Best sunscreen in the UK, according to AI
La Roche-Posay was the brand AI assistants named most often for sunscreens in the UK, appearing in 21 of 59 answers. This page reports what ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews said across those 59 answers.
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- Best for normal, combination and oily sensitive skin; best overallLa Roche-PosayNamed in 35.6% of answers
- Best for sensitive skin prone to breakouts; mineral optionHeliocareNamed in 20.3% of answers
- Best for dry, easily irritated skinAvèneNamed in 18.6% of answers
- Best for dry and sensitive skinUltra VioletteNamed in 16.9% of answers
- Best for very sensitive or prickly-heat-prone skin across the whole familyUltrasunNamed in 11.9% of answers
- Best for everyday use, avoiding added fragranceGreen PeopleNamed in 11.9% of answers
The sunscreens brands AI recommends most
Share of the 59 answers that named each brand. The squares show which assistants named it.
- 1La Roche-PosayModels named: Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+, Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+, Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Non-PerfumedCGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 2HeliocareModels named: 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50, 360° Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50, 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF50CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 3AvèneModels named: Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF 50+, Very High Protection Cream SPF50+, Very High Protection Fluid SPF50+CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 4Ultra VioletteModels named: Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+, Supreme Screen SPF50+, Supreme Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating SkinscreenCGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 5UltrasunModels named: UV Face & Scalp Mist SPF50, Family SPF 30 Sun Cream, Mineral Face SPF 50CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 6Green PeopleModels named: Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF30, Organic Sun Lotion SPF 30, Organic Sun SPF 30CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 7CeraVeModels named: Invisible Hydrating Fluid SPF 50, AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50, Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF 50CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 8SolaitModels named: Sensitive Face Fluid SPF50, Scalp and Hair Spray SPF50 100ml, Scalp and Hair Spray SPF 50CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 9GarnierModels named: Ambre Solaire Super UV Niacinamide Fluid SPF50+, Ambre Solaire Super UV Invisible Face Serum SPF50+, Ambre Solaire Super UV Face Fluid SPF50+CGPAYour brand? Add your link
- 10Australian GoldModels named: Botanical Tinted Face Lotion SPF 50, Botanical Mineral Tinted Face Lotion SPF 50, Botanical SPF50 Tinted FaceCGPAYour brand? Add your link
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What the answers said about each brand. Prices are as quoted in the answers, not checked by us.
| Brand | Share of answers | Named by | Named best for | Models named | Prices quoted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Roche-Posay | 35.6% | 4 of 4 | normal, combination and oily sensitive skin; best overall, best overall for sensitive skin, sensitive skin | Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+, Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+, Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Non-Perfumed | £15–£22 for 50ml; approx. £21 |
| Heliocare | 20.3% | 4 of 4 | sensitive skin prone to breakouts; mineral option, oily or combination skin, best overall | 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50, 360° Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50, 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF50 | Around £23; ~£23 |
| Avène | 18.6% | 3 of 4 | dry, easily irritated skin, intolerant and allergic skin types; mineral option, sensitive or redness-prone skin | Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF 50+, Very High Protection Cream SPF50+, Very High Protection Fluid SPF50+ | £12.30; Around £19.20 |
| Ultra Violette | 16.9% | 4 of 4 | dry and sensitive skin, best overall face, lightweight & zero white cast | Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+, Supreme Screen SPF50+, Supreme Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating Skinscreen | £38; Around £25 |
| Ultrasun | 11.9% | 4 of 4 | very sensitive or prickly-heat-prone skin across the whole family, high-performance outdoor wear, sensitive skin; children/body | UV Face & Scalp Mist SPF50, Family SPF 30 Sun Cream, Mineral Face SPF 50 | Around £16–£22 |
| Green People | 11.9% | 4 of 4 | everyday use, avoiding added fragrance, sensitive, eczema-prone skin, whole family, best overall for sensitive skin; family option | Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF30, Organic Sun Lotion SPF 30, Organic Sun SPF 30 | ~£33.00 for 50ml; Around £24.00 – £35.70 |
| CeraVe | 10.2% | 3 of 4 | high-street and budget-friendly, moisturiser and spf in one, budget-friendly, compromised or sensitive skin barrier | Invisible Hydrating Fluid SPF 50, AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50, Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF 50 | approx. £16–£20; around £17 |
| Solait | 10.2% | 4 of 4 | affordable uk option, affordable option, budget-friendly | Sensitive Face Fluid SPF50, Scalp and Hair Spray SPF50 100ml, Scalp and Hair Spray SPF 50 | £5 |
| Garnier | 10.2% | 4 of 4 | affordable option; everyday wear on a budget, best budget and high street picks, best affordable option | Ambre Solaire Super UV Niacinamide Fluid SPF50+, Ambre Solaire Super UV Invisible Face Serum SPF50+, Ambre Solaire Super UV Face Fluid SPF50+ | Around £8–13; Around £10 to £13 |
| Australian Gold | 10.2% | 4 of 4 | reactive skin, combination or oily skin, oily or sensitive skin; matte finish | Botanical Tinted Face Lotion SPF 50, Botanical Mineral Tinted Face Lotion SPF 50, Botanical SPF50 Tinted Face | – |
What people in the UK ask, answered
Each answer is our summary of what the four assistants said.
What is the best sunscreen in the UK?
Assistants named La Roche-Posay most often for best overall sunscreen, with its Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ cited as best overall. Heliocare was also named as best overall in some answers, and Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ was named as best overall face sunscreen. Answers quoted prices around £15 to £25 for La Roche-Posay and around £23 for Heliocare.
What is the best sunscreen for the face?
For facial sunscreen, assistants named Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ as best overall face sunscreen and described it as lightweight with zero white cast. La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ was named for normal, combination and oily sensitive skin. Answers quoted prices around £25 to £38 for Ultra Violette.
What is the best sunscreen for sensitive skin?
La Roche-Posay was named most often for sensitive skin, with its Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ cited as best overall for sensitive skin. Green People was also named as best overall for sensitive skin and as a family option. Heliocare 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50 was named for sensitive skin prone to breakouts.
What is the best facial sunscreen?
Assistants named Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ as best overall face sunscreen. La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ was named for facial use on sensitive skin. Answers quoted prices around £25 to £38 for Ultra Violette.
What is the best mineral sunscreen?
Heliocare 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50 was named as a mineral option for sensitive skin prone to breakouts. Avène Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF 50+ was named as a mineral option for intolerant and allergic skin types. Answers quoted prices around £23 for Heliocare and around £12.30 for Avène.
What is the best facial sunscreen for sensitive skin?
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ was named as best overall for sensitive skin. Heliocare 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50 was named for sensitive skin prone to breakouts. Avène Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF 50+ was named for intolerant and allergic skin types.
What is the best natural sunscreen?
Green People was named for avoiding added fragrance and for sensitive, eczema-prone skin. Its Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF30 was among the models cited. Answers quoted prices around £24 to £35.70 for Green People.
What is the best SPF 50 sunscreen?
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ was named as best overall for sensitive skin. Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF50 was named as best overall and for oily or combination skin. Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ was named as best overall face sunscreen.
What is the best mineral sunscreen for the face?
Heliocare 360 Mineral Tolerance Fluid SPF 50 was named as a mineral option for sensitive skin prone to breakouts. Avène Very High Protection Mineral Fluid SPF 50+ was named as a mineral option for intolerant and allergic skin types. Answers quoted prices around £23 for Heliocare and around £12.30 for Avène.
What is the best sunscreen for dry skin?
Avène Very High Protection Cream SPF50+ was named for dry, easily irritated skin. Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating Skinscreen was named for dry and sensitive skin. Answers quoted prices around £19.20 for Avène and around £25 to £38 for Ultra Violette.
What is the best hair sunscreen?
Ultrasun UV Face & Scalp Mist SPF50 was named for very sensitive or prickly-heat-prone skin across the whole family. Solait Scalp and Hair Spray SPF50 was named as an affordable option. Answers quoted prices around £16 to £22 for Ultrasun and £5 for Solait.
What is the best non-toxic sunscreen?
Green People was named for avoiding added fragrance and for sensitive, eczema-prone skin. Its Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF30 was among the models cited. Answers quoted prices around £24 to £35.70 for Green People.
What is the best Australian sunscreen available in the UK?
Australian Gold Botanical Tinted Face Lotion SPF 50 was named for reactive skin and for oily or sensitive skin with a matte finish. No prices were quoted for Australian Gold in the answers. The assistants did not single out a separate Australian sunscreen brand beyond Australian Gold for this question.
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How we count
We ask ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews the questions people in the UK actually search for (15 for this category), asked from the UK, and read every answer: 59 answers here.
A brand scores when an answer recommends it. Its rank is the share of answers that named it. Shops, review sites and brands an answer warns against are not counted. Different spellings of the same brand are merged.
This is what the assistants said on 17 October 2026, not our own opinion: we do not test products. We ask again every month. Paid listings are labelled and never change the ranking. There are no affiliate links on this page.
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