Kanebo Veil Of Day Essence Fresh Floral SPF 50 PA+++
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 4 UV filtersBroad spectrum
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.
Anti-blemishNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“It can also be used as a makeup base and prevents the makeup from breaking during the day due to drying.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
This product can 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.
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · No ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
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).
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Dimethicone, Diisopropyl sebacate + 7 moreWorks
“And keeps the skin moisturized and smooth until the evening.”
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:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
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: cocos nucifera oil, dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~6.3–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
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
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateDimethicone~4.3–5.3%
- 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 DimethiconeDiisopropyl sebacate~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin without creatng a greasy finish
More about Diisopropyl sebacateBehenyl alcohol~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholGlycerin~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPhenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Ensulizole. A UV filter that is effective against UVB rays. Does not protect against UVA light. It is photostable and can be used to help stabilize other sunscreen ingredients. It is water-soluble meaning that it can help create lighter sunscreen formulations
More about Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acidTriethylhexanoin~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinButylene glycol~1.2–1.4%
- 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 glycolBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
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.
More about Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazineSorbitan stearate~0.65–1%
Ethylhexyl triazone~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Ethylhexyl triazoneCarbomer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerCocos nucifera oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera oilSucrose~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In crystal form, it can work as a gentle exfoliant, gentler than the salt scrub. Helps stabilize the emulsion
More about SucroseSodium hydroxide~0.35–0.65%
Sodium glutamate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateVaccinium myrtillus leaf extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Roe extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Ci 14700~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Diisopropyl sebacate, Behenyl alcohol, Glycerin, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, Triethylhexanoin, Butylene glycol, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Sorbitan stearate, Unknown, Ethylhexyl triazone, Carbomer, Cocos nucifera oil, Unknown, Sucrose, Sodium hydroxide, Unknown, Sodium glutamate, Xanthan gum, Parfum, Disodium edta, Sodium hyaluronate, Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract, Roe extract, Unknown, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Ci 14700
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| KaneboVeil Of Day Essence Fresh Floral SPF 50 PA+++YOUR PRODUCT | BionikeDefence Sun SPF50+ Transparent Touch Spray | BABORDoctor Babor Protect Cellular: Protecting Balm SPF50 | ShiseidoAnessa Moisture UV Sunscreen Mild Milk For Sensitive Skin A SPF 35 PA+++ | |
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| Match | — | 38% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | $60.24 | — | — | $40.07−$20.17 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Panthenol | Cyclopentasiloxane |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 35 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, we assess that "Kanebo - Veil Of Day Essence Fresh Floral SPF 50 PA+++" can provide reliable sun protection. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
It should also be hydrating enough to use without an additional moisturizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 1.40% - 1.80%, octinoxate 6.30% - 7.80%, uvinul t 0.75% - 1.15% and ensulizole 2.20% - 2.70%.
Irritation risk
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 60.24$ 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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- 5Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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