Kose DECORTE De La Vie Elegant Veil Body Powder UV SPF 20 PA++
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Sun protectionSPF 20 · 2 UV filters · 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.
MoisturizingSesamum indicum seed oil, Dimethicone + 6 moreWorks
“Wipe away moisture and sweat before applying.”
This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: dimethicone, methicone.
Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).
Anti-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Ageing care is skin care that deals with the ageing process.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosa damascena flower extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Mica~22–33%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaTalc~6.5–9.7%
Zinc oxide~5.4–8.1%
- 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 oxideGold~4.2–6.3%
Mica~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaMethyl methacrylate crosspolymer~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~2.4–3.6%
- 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 methoxycinnamateSesamum indicum seed oil~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A good moisturizing plant oil. Due to the high linoleic acid content, it helps soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss and support skin barrier function
More about Sesamum indicum seed oilRoe extract~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa damascena flower extract~1.2–1.8%
Roe extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melia azadirachta leaf extract~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating
More about Melia azadirachta leaf extractLavandula angustifolia oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilButylene glycol~0.9–1.3%
- 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 glycolBht~0.85–1.3%
Amodimethicone~0.85–1.3%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateSilica~0.9–1.3%
Silk~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethicone~0.8–1.2%
- 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 DimethiconeTriethylhexanoin~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneNylon-12~0.45–1.05%
Hydrogen dimethicone~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconePolyisoprene~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Methicone~0.45–1.05%
- 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 MethiconeZinc laurate~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lauroyl lysine~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineWater~0.35–0.8%
Lecithin~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Parfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPotassium oxide~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sulfate~0.1–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Mica, Talc, Zinc oxide, Unknown, Gold, Mica, Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Sesamum indicum seed oil, Roe extract, Unknown, Rosa damascena flower extract, Roe extract, Melia azadirachta leaf extract, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Butylene glycol, Bht, Amodimethicone, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Silica, Silk, Dimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Nylon-12, Hydrogen dimethicone, Polyisoprene, Methicone, Zinc laurate, Lauroyl lysine, Water, Lecithin, Methylparaben, Parfum, Unknown, Potassium oxide, Potassium sulfate
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| KoseDECORTE De La Vie Elegant Veil Body Powder UV SPF 20 PA++YOUR PRODUCT | OMISun Bears Active Protect Cool Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ | PRIORI SkincareTETRA fx251 Broad Spectrum SPF55 Sunscreen Color Guide | KaoBiore UV Kids Pure Milk SPF 50 PA+++ | |
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| Match | — | 32% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | $45.20 | $8.10−$37.10 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Ceramide Eop | Cyclopentasiloxane |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Low |
| SPF | SPF 20 | SPF 50 | SPF 55 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SkinCeuticals Physical UV Defense SPF 30 Mineral sunscreen for sensitive skinCeraVe Sunscreen SPF 50, Lightweight and Oil-Free Body Lotion
Product summary
"Kose - DECORTE De La Vie Elegant Veil Body Powder UV SPF 20 PA++" offers broad spectrum protection. It means that it protects from both UVA and UVB rays (you can remember UVB as "burning" sunlight - they cause sunburn. You can remember UVA rays as "aging" - they do not lead to sunburn, but they cause photodamage and contribute to early signs of skin aging and hyperpigmentation). On the negative side, the SPF of this sunscreen is not high enough. We recommend to use a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 daily.
It contains good moisturizing ingredients and can double as a hydrating day cream.
Sunscreen filters
This sunscreen uses a mixture of both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") UV filters. The organic filters in the product are: octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses zinc oxide.
Irritation risk
It contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 45.20$ in the United States.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
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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