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Gwyneth Paltrow swears by this sun cream… and you can buy it at Boots

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WHEN it comes to beauty products, we'll try just about anything that'll leave us looking A-list-worthy.

And that's why, every time we spot an affordable celeb fave, we're rushing to nab it from the shop shelf - especially where skincare is concerned.

 Gwyneth Paltrow baring her bronzed skin on holiday in Capri
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Gwyneth Paltrow baring her bronzed skin on holiday in CapriCredit: BackGrid

Gwyneth Paltrow, who is currently sunning herself in Italy with beau Brad Falchuk, was spotted applying a well-known French SPF product earlier this week.

A fave amongst beauty obsessives far and wide, Eau Thermale Avène Very High Protection Cream SPF50+, is formulated to protect even the most sensitive of skin.

And, being pale-skinned herself, Gwyneth clearly knows all about the importance of applying a high SPF.

The product protects skin against both ageing UVA rays and burning, cancer-causing UVB rays alike.

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Gwyneth looks amazing, and it could all be down to her choice of skincareCredit: Getty - Contributor
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  • Avene Very High Protection Cream SPF50+, £16, from Look Fantastic -

It also contains Pre-tocopheryl, a powerful anti-oxidant that protects the skin from free radicals in the environment - which can lead to wrinkles and dehydration.

There's also the signature Avène Thermal Spring Water in it, that will soothe skin and act as an anti-irritant for those that find the sun brings them up in rashes.

The brand is also loved by the likes of Rita Ora and Sophie Dahl, who have both previously spoken out about their obsession.

Pop sensation Rita, who constantly sports flawless skin, loves the brands Thermal Spring Water.

She said, "I spray Avène Thermal Spring Water on my face to keep it hydrated."

 Rita is a massive fan of the french pharmacy brand
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Rita is a massive fan of the french pharmacy brandCredit: Rex Features

Its unique Thermal Spring Water ingredient has been known to soothe many skin conditions.

The brand has previously stated: "The specific minerals in the product create a unique soothing water spray, perfect for all skin types – even as sensitive eczema prone skin.

"Bottled straight from the source, there is no chance of contamination, either, making the formula super pure."

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