Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and the product featured was provided for review.Just in time for summer,
Kiehl's released a spanking new sunscreen designed to provide invisible, lightweight protection. Formulated with chemical filters that leave no white cast, the
Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ (C$57 for 50 ml) is also formulated with skincare ingredients that boost radiance and elasticity. As you probably know by now, I'm not a big fan of North American sunscreens and tend to prefer Asian sunscreens. However, I was pleasantly surprised with Kiehl's Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+. To read all about it, click......
Packaged in a glass bottle with a convenient pump dispenser, the Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ from Kiehl's is a chemical sunscreen for the face formulated with four types of chemical filters: 7% Homosalate, 7% Octocrylene, 5% Octisalate, and 3% Avobenzone. With a barely discernable scent, the Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ has a thin fluid consistency that easily spreads and blends onto the skin. The formulation absorbs very nicely, leaving behind a slightly dewy finish that's not greasy or heavy. As this is a chemical sunscreen, the formulation leaves zero white cast. Unlike some North American chemical sunscreens, the Kiehl's Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ also does not have that icky, silicone-y finish so there's no pilling and patching. However, some blotting may be needed in the T-zone to reduce shine.
Overall, this is a very nice and lightweight sunscreen. For a North American sunscreen, the formulation is rather impressive. My only gripe is with the price. Given the wide availability of affordable Asian sunscreens (usually priced around or under C$20) through online shopping, it is hard to justify paying almost C$60 for one bottle. However, if you are looking for a lightweight, non-greasy face sunscreen that's readily available at your local Sephora or Kiehl's. Then definitely give this a try!
Active Ingredients: 7% Homosalate, 7% Octocrylene, 5% Octisalate, 3% Avobenzone
Non-Active Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, C15-19 Alkane, Propanediol, C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer, Tocopherol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sclerotium Gum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Glyceryl Stearate, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Carbomer, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Hydroxide, Polysorbate 20, Polyglycerin-3, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7.
Availability:Kiehl's is available in stores and online at
Sephora and Kiehl's.
