Kanebo Freeplus UV Body Protector SPF 29 PA++
Works for
Sun protectionSPF 29 · 1 UV filter · Broad spectrumWeak protectionSPF under 30
This product offers broad spectrum sun protection, but it is weak. We recommend to use a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
This product can be considered "reef safe" because it does not contain the UV filters (oxybenzone and octinoxate) that can be harmful to coral reefs when present in the water in high concentrations.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone + 6 moreWorks
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:
cyclomethicone, 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, methicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: AlcoholMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Cyclomethicone~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that leaves a nice silky finish on the skin and can help soften its upper layer
More about CyclomethiconeWater~11–16%
Zinc oxide~4.9–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideButylene glycol~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAlcohol~2.3–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholDimethicone~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about DimethiconePhenyl trimethicone~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture
More about Phenyl trimethiconeSqualane~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneSorbitan isostearate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan isostearateDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerMethicone~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps soften the upper layer of the skin and reduces the water loss from the skin surface
More about MethiconePeg-8 trifluoropropyl dimethicone copolymer~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Triisostearin~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Niacinamide~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideMethylserine~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePyridoxine hcl~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Pyridoxine hclGardenia florida seed extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractIngredient list view
Cyclomethicone, Water, Zinc oxide, Butylene glycol, Alcohol, Dimethicone, Phenyl trimethicone, Unknown, Squalane, Sorbitan isostearate, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Methicone, Peg-8 trifluoropropyl dimethicone copolymer, Triisostearin, Niacinamide, Methylserine, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Unknown, Pyridoxine hcl, Unknown, Gardenia florida seed extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Unknown, Unknown
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| KaneboFreeplus UV Body Protector SPF 29 PA++YOUR PRODUCT | Tatcha US DEVThe Silk Sunscreen SPF 50 | TatchaThe Silk Sunscreen SPF 50 Weightless Mineral Sunscreen | ColorescienceSunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF50 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 89% | 87% |
| Price | — | $64.00 | $64.00 | $31.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Bisabolol | Bisabolol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 29 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Kanebo - Freeplus UV Body Protector SPF 29 PA++" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of it is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream.
Sunscreen filters
This product is a mineral sunscreen. It uses titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for sun protection. Both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide almost never irritate even the most sensitive skin and eyes, but can leave a white cast.
Irritation risk
This product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 38.90$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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