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Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Mineral SunScreen SPF 30 PA++++

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Evens skin tone
Sun protection
Moisturizing
Anti-aging

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Key actives

Tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%Ceramide np 0.45% - 0.65%

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Product summary

Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Kate Somerville - Daily Deflector Mineral SunScreen SPF 30 PA++++" 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).

Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. The organic filters in the product are: butyloctyl salicylate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be low. 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.

What our users say

Based on 1 review 0% recommend this product

As for the white cast, the reviewer reported a noticeable whitish residue.
When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Kate Somerville" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.

Price

The product retails from 5.99$ up to 54.00$ in the United States and for 46.00£ 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.

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.

zinc oxide 17%

Irritation risk:

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

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

butyloctyl salicylate 1.6% - 1.9%

Irritation risk:

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

A synthetic ester of salicylic acid that is used to help disperse pigments and boost effectiveness of sunscreen ingredients. It is able to absorb UV light (working as an organic, or chemical filter), but is not approved as a sunscreen ingredient on its own

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Broad-spectrum protection against UVA + UVB rays Shields from blue light Helps to protect against free radical damage caused by the sun Hydrates skin while protecting against premature signs of aging 80 minutes water resistant Kate Somerville provides highly-effective, clinically tested solutions for all skin concerns.

Source: Dermstore

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.

tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%

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?

With SPF 40 and a PA++++ rating, you’ll benefit from broad-spectrum protection against premature signs of ageing, targeting both fine lines and hyperpigmentation.

Source: Lookfantastic CA

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).

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Broad-spectrum protection against UVA + UVB rays Shields from blue light Helps to protect against free radical damage caused by the sun Hydrates skin while protecting against premature signs of aging 80 minutes water resistant Kate Somerville provides highly-effective, clinically tested solutions for all skin concerns.

Source: Dermstore

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.

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, cholesterol.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine

glycerin 2.9% - 3.5%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

phytosphingosine 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect

peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone 1.1% - 1.3%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A silicone that mixes with water creating nice light-weight product texture

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Ingredients & concentrations

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Key Actives

tocopherol 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk:

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

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

ceramide np 0.45% - 0.65%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-inflammatory, Reduces irritation

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Potential irritants

cocoglycerides 0.8% - 1.2%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Cleansing, Moisturizing

Help soften the upper layer of the skin and make it easier for oil and water mix together. Recently, a rising number of allergic reactions to cocoglycerides and other coconut-derived surfactants has been reported. As there is a significant overlap between frequent irritants and allergens, we flag this ingredient for attention of those with very sensitive, reactive skin

tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract 0.45% - 0.7%

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Comodogenic ingredients

coconut alkanes 0.3% - 0.6%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin

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zinc oxide 17%

Irritation risk:

Works for: Sun protection

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

water 45% - 55%

Irritation risk:

Plain old water

isoamyl laurate 5.8% - 7%

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Helps stabilize emulsions and create a nice product texture

Ingredient list view

Zinc oxide, Water, Isoamyl laurate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane/silica crosspolymer, Glycerin, Undecane, Isododecane, Butyloctyl salicylate, Cetearyl dimethicone, Tridecane, Peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone, Cocoglycerides, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Sodium chloride, Ethylhexyl methoxycrylene, Ectoin, Tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract, Hydroxyectoin, Ceramide np, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide ap, Tocopherol, Ceramide eop, Tocopheryl acetate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Coconut alkanes, 1,2-hexanediol, Propylene carbonate, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Cholesterol, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Sodium citrate

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WIMJ similarity score		57%	52%	51%	44%	41%	39%	39%	39%	36%	34%
SPF	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 30	SPF 30	SPF 60	SPF 30	SPF 50	SPF 50	SPF 50
Key ingredients	ceramide eop phytosphingosine +10 more	Common: phytosphingosine ceramide eop +8 more Other: niacinamide panthenol +3 more	Common: ceramide np phytosphingosine +6 more Other: niacinamide homosalate +3 more	Common: ceramide ap phytosphingosine +5 more Other: dipotassium glycyrrhizate hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid +3 more	Common: ceramide ap ceramide eop +4 more Other: ceramide as ceramide ng +3 more	Common: ceramide np phytosphingosine +5 more Other: n-prolyl palmitoyl tripeptide-56 acetate niacinamide +15 more	Common: ceramide ap ceramide eop +5 more Other: helianthus annuus seed wax caprylic/capric triglyceride +1 more	Common: ceramide ap phytosphingosine +6 more Other: acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester retinyl palmitate +11 more	Common: ceramide eop ceramide ap +6 more Other: niacinamide adenosine +15 more	Common: phytosphingosine ceramide np +2 more Other: camellia sinensis leaf extract centella asiatica extract +11 more	Common: ceramide eop ceramide np +7 more Other: methicone micrococcus lysate +6 more
Irritancy	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY MEDIUM	IRRITANCY HIGH	IRRITANCY LOW	IRRITANCY MEDIUM
Potential Irritants	tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract Has skin benefit? cocoglycerides Has skin benefit? +12 more	ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? polysorbate 60 Has skin benefit? +12 more	ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? sodium lauroyl lactylate Has skin benefit? +7 more	benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? citric acid Has skin benefit? +7 more	1,2-hexanediol Has skin benefit? caprylyl glycol Has skin benefit? +2 more	parfum Has skin benefit? rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract Has skin benefit? +17 more	vanilla planifolia fruit extract Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +11 more	panax ginseng root extract Has skin benefit? retinyl palmitate Has skin benefit? +18 more	parfum Has skin benefit? calendula officinalis flower extract Has skin benefit? +24 more	camellia japonica flower extract Has skin benefit? pullulan Has skin benefit? +5 more	buddleja officinalis flower extract Has skin benefit? arabidopsis thaliana extract Has skin benefit? +7 more
All ingredients	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +36 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +44 more	homosalate Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate Has skin benefit? +30 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +37 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +24 more	water Has skin benefit? octocrylene Has skin benefit? +56 more	zinc oxide Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +35 more	butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane Has skin benefit? ethylhexyl salicylate Has skin benefit? +61 more	water Has skin benefit? dibutyl adipate Has skin benefit? +60 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? water Has skin benefit? +34 more	titanium dioxide Has skin benefit? zinc oxide Has skin benefit? +50 more

PRODUCT REVIEW

Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Mineral SunScreen SPF 30 PA++++

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What can the product work for?

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Sun protection

Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Evens skin tone

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Moisturizing

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