Name: KAHI - Aqua Balm
Brand: KAHI

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "KAHI - Aqua Balm" can offer reliable sun protection. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).

This moisturizer should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 0.35% - 0.85%, butyloctyl salicylate 1.80% - 2.70%, octinoxate 3.80% - 5.80% and octocrylene 0.40% - 0.90%.

Irritation risk

This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

Price

The product retails from 30.00A$ up to 42.95A$ in Australia, for 78.00CA$ in Canada, from 19.31$ up to 25.99$ in the United States and for 16.45£ in the United Kingdom.

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What can the product work for?

Sun protection

This product offers a good level of protection against both UVB and UVA rays.

This sunscreen uses organic (so-called "chemical") sunscreen filters. Organic, or "chemical" filters usually provide reliable sun protection and rarely leave a white cast. Sunscreens with organic filters can sting eyes.

octocrylene 0.4% - 0.9%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

A weak sunscreen that protects against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB) and is somewhat effective against the UVA rays. It is quite stable and can help stabilize other, more vulnerable, sunscreen ingredients like Avobenzone. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen

bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine 0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Tinosorb S. One of the most effective broad spectrum sunscreen ingredients. Protects from both UVA and UVB rays. It is photostable. Unfortunately, not approved by FDA (US) yet.

ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 3.8% - 5.8%

Irritation risk:

UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic

Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

A blend of salmon collagen and Jeju fermented oil delivers potent anti-aging properties for younger-looking skin.

Source: Yesstyle

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

This product can also help prevent early signs of skin aging because it offers a good level of broad spectrum sun protection. Sun damage is the main cause of premature skin aging, and protecting your skin from the sun is the best anti-aging strategy.

adenosine 0.1% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)

tocopherol 0.15% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Insufficient!

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Contains salmon collagen, PDRN and salmon proteoglycan to replenish hydration and nutrients and enhance skin elasticity Infused with Jeju fermented oil that has a high affinity to moisture present in the skin, allowing it to quickly absorb into skin and prevents natural water loss Improves the appearance of wrinkles and brightens the skin tone

Source: Lila Beauty

This product offers broad spectrum sun protection. It means that it can prevent hyperpigmentation and help keep the skin tone even (sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations).

glycyrrhiza glabra root extract 0.15% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

The Aqua Balm offers SPF50+ PA++++ protection as well as hydration.

Source: Yesstyle

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: hydrolyzed collagen, butylene glycol.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate.

triethylhexanoin 0.35% - 0.85%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

hydrolyzed collagen 0.2% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

kappaphycus alvarezii extract 0.1% - 0.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A red algae extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

adenosine 0.1% - 0.5%

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Works for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation

dimethicone 4.3% - 6.4%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 3.8% - 5.8%

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Works for: Sun protection

lithospermum erythrorhizon root extract 0.1% - 0.5%

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Works for: Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used for its fragrance

Comodogenic ingredients

We couldn't find any comodogenic ingredients in this product

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butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate 22% - 33%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

dimethicone 4.3% - 6.4%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

silica 4.5% - 6.7%

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Used to absorb oil and can temporarily mattify skin

Ingredient list view

Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, Dimethicone, Silica, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Polyethylene, Butyloctyl salicylate, Vinyl dimethicone/methicone silsesquioxane crosspolymer, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Triethylhexanoin, Paraffin, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Octocrylene, Sorbitan isostearate, Microcrystalline wax, Unknown, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Unknown, Caesalpinia spinosa fruit extract, Bacillus ferment, Candida/garcinia cambogia ferment, Kappaphycus alvarezii extract, Oryza sativa germ oil, Schisandra chinensis fruit extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Lithospermum erythrorhizon root extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Propylene carbonate, Caprylyl glycol, Glyceryl caprylate, Adenosine, Aluminum hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopherol, Water, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Soluble proteoglycan, Sodium dna, Parfum, Benzylparaben, Hexyl cinnamal, Benzyl salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77163, Gardenia florida fruit extract

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WIMJ similarity score		52%	52%	52%	51%	51%	51%	51%	50%	50%	50%	50%
SPF	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 45
Key ingredients	adenosine bacillus ferment +10 more	Common: adenosine butyloctyl salicylate +4 more Other: niacinamide butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +8 more	Common: adenosine butyloctyl salicylate +4 more Other: niacinamide butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +8 more	Common: adenosine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +3 more Other: arginine drometrizole trisiloxane +10 more	Common: adenosine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +5 more Other: argania spinosa kernel oil avena sativa kernel oil +5 more	Common: adenosine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +5 more Other: argania spinosa kernel oil avena sativa kernel oil +5 more	Common: adenosine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: niacinamide panthenol +6 more	Common: adenosine dimethicone +2 more Other: arbutin beeswax +6 more	Common: adenosine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: panthenol caprylic/capric triglyceride +1 more	Common: adenosine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +3 more Other: niacinamide butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane +6 more	Common: adenosine bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine +3 more Other: niacinamide beeswax +8 more	Common: adenosine diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate +3 more Other: copper tripeptide-1 oligopeptide-32 +11 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	gardenia florida fruit extract Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? +19 more	artemisia princeps extract Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +13 more	artemisia princeps extract Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +13 more	rosa gallica flower extract Has skin benefit? mentha piperita extract Has skin benefit? +21 more	citral Has skin benefit? linalool Has skin benefit? +22 more	citrus nobilis peel oil Has skin benefit? citrus limon peel oil Has skin benefit? +21 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ulmus davidiana root extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	4-methylbenzylidene camphor Has skin benefit? parfum Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? ascorbic acid Has skin benefit? +11 more	parfum Has skin benefit? chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	parfum Has skin benefit? lonicera japonica flower extract Has skin benefit? +13 more	arctium lappa root extract Has skin benefit? cardiospermum halicacabum flower/leaf/vine extract Has skin benefit? +14 more
All ingredients	butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate Has skin benefit? dimethicone Has skin benefit? +55 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +46 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +54 more	dimethicone Has skin benefit? ceresin Has skin benefit? +50 more	dimethicone Has skin benefit? ceresin Has skin benefit? +47 more	water Has skin benefit? dipropylene glycol Has skin benefit? +43 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +33 more	octyldodecanol Has skin benefit? polymethylsilsesquioxane Has skin benefit? +22 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +41 more	water Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +37 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +39 more

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KAHI Aqua Balm

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Sun protection

Anti-aging

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Evens skin tone

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Moisturizing

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