The present invention relates to a high protection UVA/UVB composition comprising (a) about 16 to about 52% by weight of physical filter selected from the group comprising titanium dioxide particles, zinc oxide particles, an compound-based benzotriazole particles and mixtures thereof; (b) about 6 to about 10% by weight of a non-animal hectorite dispersion; and (c) optionally, about 2 to about 20% by weight of a sensory modifier selected from the group comprising: silicones, esters, silica and mixtures thereof, wherein all percentages are based on the total weight of the high protection UVA/UVB composition.