
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Moisturizer with SPF
FEATURES
A dewy, smooth, brightening moisturizer that intensively improves the appearance of dark spots, dullness and fine lines.
BEST FOR
All skin types
CHECKS
Paraben-free, oil-free
Who Is It For?
Adults (18+) Both Women And MenWhat Does It Help With?
Dark Spots Dullness Fine Lines Uneven Skin ToneBudget
PremiumHow To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
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Key Information
What Shiseido Says
Product Description:
This dewy, smooth brightening moisturizer intensively improves the appearance of dark spots, dullness, and fine lines while protecting the skin against UV rays and pollutants during the day.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Water, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Potassium Methoxysalicylate, Erythritol, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, Peg/Ppg-17/4 Dimethyl Ether, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Caffeine, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Pyrola Incarnata Extract, Potentilla Erecta Root Extract, Polyquaternium-51, Ppg-17, Peg-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether, Triethanolamine, Silica, Butylene Glycol, Isostearic Acid, Ppg-3 Dipivalate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Bht, Sodium Metaphosphate, Alcohol, Tocopherol, Disodium Edta, Sodium Metabisulfite, Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Fragrance, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Iron Oxides
Key Ingredients
Tocopheryl Acetate, Caffeine, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol, Potassium Methoxysalicylate, Glycerin, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract, Avobenzone (2.5%), Octinoxate (7.4%), Octocrylene (3.0%), Titanium Dioxide
Ingredients Details
Tocopheryl Acetate
Common Name(s): Vitamin e acetate,alpha-tocopherol acetate,dl-alpha-tocopheryl acetate
CAS Number: 7695-91-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides stable vitamin e delivery with antioxidant activity after esterase hydrolysis in skin.
Why It's Used: The formulation-stable vitamin e โ tocopheryl acetate's ester protection prevents oxidative degradation during shelf life while releasing active tocopherol in skin for equivalent biological activity.
How It Works: Acetate ester blocks the phenolic oh group responsible for oxidation and radical scavenging. skin esterases cleave acetate bond releasing free tocopherol. released tocopherol provides lipid peroxyl radical scavenging in cell membranes. also provides direct emollient and skin conditioning.
Typically Found In: Moisturisers,sunscreens,anti-aging products โ extremely widespread
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ stable vitamin e ester
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional โ natural from vegetable oils (soy, sunflower); synthetic dl-form
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: The d-alpha-tocopheryl acetate (natural isomer) is biologically superior to dl-alpha-tocopheryl acetate (racemic synthetic) for skin antioxidant activity. ingredient label d- vs dl- prefix identifies natural vs synthetic origin.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Tocopheryl acetate's conversion to active tocopherol in skin is quantitatively efficient: skin esterase activity is sufficient to cleave 60-80% of applied tocopheryl acetate within 24 hours of application. however, the conversion rate varies with skin condition (eczematous or barrier-compromised skin has reduced esterase activity), meaning tocopheryl acetate efficacy may be reduced precisely in the skin conditions that most need antioxidant support.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12
Water
Common Name(s): Water,purified water,deionised water,inci water
CAS Number: 7732-18-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the universal solvent and vehicle for water-soluble actives and the continuous phase of all o/w emulsions.
Why It's Used: The most essential cosmetic ingredient โ aqua (water) is listed first on virtually all water-containing cosmetic inci labels as the highest-concentration ingredient, serving as the foundation of the global cosmetics industry.
How It Works: Acts as solvent for all water-soluble ingredients (glycols, amino acids, water-soluble actives). forms the continuous external phase of o/w emulsions (lotions, creams, serums). provides aqueous environment for enzymatic and chemical reactions between actives. ph adjustment medium.
Typically Found In: Virtually all cosmetic products โ the most universal cosmetic ingredient globally
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ water
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: Varies widely โ up to 95% in some toners and serums
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ water (deionised/purified)
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Cosmetic-grade water is purified (deionised, distilled, or ro filtered) to prevent mineral content interference with formulation stability. european pharmacopoeial water (aqua purificata ph. eur.) is the quality standard for pharmaceutical and high-end cosmetic formulations.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ non-irritant
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Water's position as the first inci ingredient on most cosmetic labels reflects the regulatory requirement to list ingredients in descending concentration order โ meaning water is the most abundant ingredient in the majority of cosmetic products. the fundamental role of water as the universal cosmetic solvent and vehicle makes it simultaneously the most important cosmetic ingredient and the one that requires the most sophisticated formulation chemistry to control โ every emulsifier, thickener, preservative, and ph adjuster exists primarily to manage water's interaction with other ingredients in formulation.
Last Verified: Cosing database,eu cosmetics regulation 1223/2009 inci requirements,ph. eur. aqua purificata monograph
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12