Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ PA+++ Review

Hello friends!
I am here with a review on Kate Somerville’s Daily Deflector Moisturizer, which along with hydration also provides broad-spectrum sun-protection SPF 50+ PA+++. This moisturizer seemed to fit the bill, as I wanted a face moisturizer with an in-built sunscreen. My current ‘mantra’ is the lesser products I can put on my skin the better (summers are creating a havoc )

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The moisturizer comes in a white plastic tube with steel plated cap. It has a pump dispenser, which makes it quite convenient to use. The moisturizer is off-white in color with a bearable fragrance. It smells very similar to Neutrogena’s sunblock but is not overbearing at all. The same moisturizer also comes in ‘Waterlight’ version, which is a further milder form of the regular version.

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Price
$48 for 1.7 oz.

My experience with Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Moisturizer Broad SPF 50+ PA+++:

I usually layer this moisturizer over my face serum. It takes me 4 – 5 drops of the moisturizer to provide full coverage to my face. While applying the moisturizer I find that it does not immediately gets absorbed in the skin. It has to be blended well but still leaves a sheen on the skin for 15-20 minutes. After that the greasiness is no longer present and instead my skin feels hydrated.

Initially, I thought the greasiness could be due to layering the moisturizer over the serum. However application of moisturizer even without the serum gives me the same results. So I think it could be because of the sunscreen content, which performs a layer on the skin. However, it does not leave any white cast on my face, which was the major problem while using Neutrogena.

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The presence of Aloe Vera and glycerin has been providing good hydration to my extremely dry skin. The moisturizer does last me for about 5 -6 hours without requiring any reapplication. This moisturizer claims to also provide anti-aging benefits as it contains Matrixyl 3000 and Shitake mushroom extracts. I am not sure if this moisturizer would provide similar intensive benefits as a serum. I did not notice my skin to look very radiant or skin tone-improved but it did not cause any discomfort to my skin either.

I have also used foundation over this moisturizer and did not find any flaking. The high SPF content of this moisturizer is a major plus point for protection from the scorching sun. However this moisturizer is not waterproof.

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The fragrance is not a highlight of this product. It has a very similar fragrance as other sunscreens but the good thing is,it is not overwhelming. After a while I can barely smell the moisturizer at all. So far, it has been a good everyday daytime moisturizer.

Pros of Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Moisturizer Broad SPF 50+ PA+++

• Good everyday daytime moisturizer.
• The moisturizer also provides broad-spectrum sun-protection of SPF50.
• Does not leave any white cast on the face.
• Easy to layer the moisturizer with makeup without any flaking.
• Presence of Aloe Vera and Glycerin provides hydration for couple of hours without reapplication.
• Provides mild anti-aging benefits as it contains Matrixyl 3000 and Shitake mushroom extracts.
• Travel friendly and sturdy packaging.

Cons of Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Moisturizer Broad SPF 50+ PA+++

• Pricey.
• Leaves a mild sheen on the face for sometime (after which it gets completely absorbed in the skin)
• Not waterproof.
• Might not be very suitable for very oily skin type.
• Does not have a very pleasant fragrance but fades away immediately.

IMBB Rating :
3.5 out of 5.

Would I buy this Kate Somerville Daily Deflector Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ PA+++?
It has been good moisturizer, which also acts as a sunscreen. I would like to buy it again but it is very pricey. So I would continue to search for alternate versions!

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