Nivea Japan UV Deep Protect & Care Gel SPF 50+ PA++++
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Sun protectionSPF 50 · 5 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-agingNo ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
“Makes fine lines caused by dryness less visible (efficacy evaluation test completed).”
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 toneNo ingredient credited for this claimWorks well
“Prevents sunburn and dark sun spots with UV protection.”
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 · Diisopropyl sebacate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane + 7 moreWorks
“Contains beauty serum ingredients (moisturizing): gold and silver flower extract (honeysuckle flower extract), pearl protein extract (hydrolyzed conchiolin protein), damask rose flower water, BG.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium hyaluronate, butylene glycol.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Alcohol, Rosa damascena flower water + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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%
Alcohol~8.1–9.9%
- 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 AlcoholEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~4.3–5.2%
- 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 methoxycinnamateButylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolCaprylyl methicone~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeDiethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate~2.5–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Uvinul A Plus. A new generation broad spectrum sunscreen that offers an effective protection especially in the UVA range. It is stable in formulations. Unfortunately, is not approved by the FDA (US) yet
More about Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoateIsopropyl palmitate~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
More about Isopropyl palmitateBis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine~1.9–2.4%
- 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 triazineDiisopropyl sebacate~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin without creatng a greasy finish
More about Diisopropyl sebacateEthylhexyl triazone~1.4–1.7%
- 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 triazonePolysilicone-15~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays, but does not protect against the most aging UVA light
More about Polysilicone-15Silica dimethyl silylate~0.6–0.9%
Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein~0.45–0.7%
Rosa damascena flower water~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePyrus cydonia seed extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polymethylsilsesquioxane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerLauroyl lysine~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineHydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy ether~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker product formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy etherSodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C30-45 alkyl methicone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
C30-45 olefin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Menthoxypropanediol~0.15–0.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxide~0.15–0.25%
Bht~0.1–0.2%
Methylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Butylene glycol, Caprylyl methicone, Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate, Isopropyl palmitate, Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Diisopropyl sebacate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Polysilicone-15, Silica dimethyl silylate, Unknown, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Rosa damascena flower water, Sodium hyaluronate, Pyrus cydonia seed extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Lauroyl lysine, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose stearoxy ether, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, C30-45 alkyl methicone, C30-45 olefin, Menthoxypropanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxide, Bht, Methylparaben, Parfum
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| Nivea JapanUV Deep Protect & Care Gel SPF 50+ PA++++YOUR PRODUCT | BioreUV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+/PA++++ | Rohto MentholatumSkin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Gold SPF 50+ PA++++ | KoseSuncut UV Aqualy Protect Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ | |
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| Match | — | 47% | 44% | 42% |
| Price | $14.44 | $10.89−$3.55 | $18.45+$4.01 | $20.16+$5.72 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 6 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Arginine | Arginine | Cyclomethicone |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| SPF | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 | SPF 50 |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
We believe that "Nivea Japan - UV Deep Protect & Care Gel SPF 50+ PA++++" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredients listed. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).
Its formula is also hydrating, so you might not need an additional moistruizer during the day. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.
Sunscreen filters
This is a so-called "chemical" sunscreen. It means that it uses organic UV filters. They typically offer good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for some people with sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 1.90% - 2.40%, uvinul a plus 2.50% - 3.00%, octinoxate 4.20% - 5.20%, uvinul t 1.40% - 1.70% and polysilicone-15 1.00% - 1.20%.
Irritation risk
This product contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. We assess the overall irritancy of this product to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 15.70$ 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 4 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Isopropyl Isostearatejournals.sagepub.com
- 2
- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4
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