Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++
3.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.1 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.2 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
50
SPF icon
SPF
Ingredients

Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ Ingredients

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Water, Octinoxate, PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Avobenzone, Ensulizole, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Sucrose Stearate, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Oak Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Wine Extract, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Tocopherol, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil, Rose Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Powder, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Isostearic Acid, Sucrose Dilaurate, Hexyl Dimethylolpropionate, Sodium Hydroxide, C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside, Alcohol, Fragrance
Review

Does Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ has to offer:
 
✅ Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.6 out of 10.
✅ Very high sun protection for prolonged sun exposure, such as spending the day at the beach, hiking, or outdoor sports.

  

Key Benefits of Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++:
 

🔵 Lightweight Moisturizer Well-Suited for Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ is lightly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 3.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.2 out of 10 and a high humectancy of 7.1 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈3.0%) and Ethoxydiglycol (est. ≈2.0%).

This humectant-rich product, when used alone as a moisturizer, is well-suited for oily skin, providing moderate hydration in a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula with a minimal amount of occlusive ingredients.

It can also be a good option for people with normal skin who prefer lightweight moisturizers.

💧 A Humectant Enhancement for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to oily skin - such a humectant enhancement will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer. This type of formulation is typically used in serums, where a light, fast-absorbing texture is key.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

☀️☀️☀️ Very High Sun Protection for Prolonged Sun Exposure, All Skin Types, and High-risk Conditions

With an SPF of 50, Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ provides very high sun protection, suitable for intense sun exposure in tropical climates, beach vacations, or high-altitude environments.

This level of SPF blocks 98% or more of UVB rays, offering the highest level of defense against sunburn. Broad-spectrum formulations also provide strong protection against UVA rays, which are responsible for skin aging, pigmentation, and DNA damage.

📌 For optimal protection, choose products labeled broad-spectrum to ensure defense against both UVA rays, which contribute to skin aging and pigmentation, and UVB rays that cause sunburn.

This level of SPF is ideal for all skin types, particularly fair, sensitive, or post-treatment skin (e.g., after laser or chemical procedures). It is also highly recommended for individuals at greater risk of skin cancer.

For extended outdoor activities or water exposure, choose a water-resistant formula and reapply every two hours for maximum effectiveness.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

📌 Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Pros & Cons of Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides humectant-rich moisturizing well-suited for oily skin
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing enhancement, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
✅ Provides very high sun protection, ideal for intense sun exposure in tropical climates, high-altitude environments, and beach vacations, suitable for all skin types
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy
   

Summary: Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++
, when used alone, delivers lightweight, humectant-rich moisturizing that is well-suited for oily skin. As part of a moisturizing routine, it provides a humectant enhancement, beneficial for all skin types.
 
With an SPF of 50, Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ delivers very high sun protection, perfect for intense sun exposure in tropical climates, high-altitude settings, and beach vacations, and suitable for all skin types.
 
That said, there are some things about Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ worth noting.
 
If one of your main reasons for considering Koyudo Privacy UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++ is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, its anti-wrinkle efficacy is questionable. None of the ingredients in this product provide substantial evidence of their anti-wrinkle efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
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Est. %
Water
Function:
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Octinoxate
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PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
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Butylene Glycol
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Ethoxydiglycol
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Glycerin
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Avobenzone
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Ensulizole
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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
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Sucrose Stearate
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Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
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Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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Oak Root Extract
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Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
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Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract
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Wine Extract
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Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
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Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
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Tocopherol
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Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
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Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil
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Rose Flower Oil
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Powder
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Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
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Isostearic Acid
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Sucrose Dilaurate
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Hexyl Dimethylolpropionate
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Sodium Hydroxide
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C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside
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Alcohol
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Fragrance
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Ratings

All humectants
7.1
3
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7.1 10
7.1
3
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
0.3
Moisturizing rating
3.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
3
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
All humectants 7.1 10
7.1
All humectants
7.1
3
2
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
All occlusives 0.3 20
0.2
All occlusives
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 1.8 3 No
All antioxidants
1.8
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
0.3
Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract
0.3
Wine Extract
0.3
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Octinoxate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
OctinoxateA chemical sunscreen also known as ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate. It protects against UVB, which causes the skin to burn and tan and can lead to certain types of skin cancers. For broad-spectrum protection claims, octinoxate should be paired with a UVA sunscreen.
PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Butylene Glycol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Ethoxydiglycol
Est. %2
Function
Origin
EthoxydiglycolA type of alcohol with humectant moisturizing properties. It also acts as a solvent, since it mixes well with a variety of other compounds, including water and even some oils.
Glycerin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Avobenzone
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
AvobenzoneA popular sunscreen that protects against UVA rays, which cause premature aging and skin cancer. Avobenzone degrades after about 30 minutes of sun exposure and becomes ineffective. It is therefore often paired with UV-filter stabilizers such as octocrylene.
Ensulizole
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Ensulizole
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineA synthetic "chemical" sunscreen ingredient that protects against UV damage and offers better stability and safety compared to some other traditional organic suncreen ingredients.
Sucrose Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sucrose StearateSucrose stearate is a sugar-based emulsifier, typically used in lotions or creams that are oil in water emulsions. One of the main benefits to these kinds of emulsifiers is their sustainability, but they are also milder on the skin.
Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Acetylated HyaluronateA chemically modified version of hyaluronic acid. It is more stable and less sticky than regular HA, while still providing the same humectant moisturizing properties (according to the manufacturer). There have been no clinical studies to confirm this.
Oak Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oak Root Extract
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ulmus Davidiana Root ExtractDerived from the root of an elm tree known as David, this soothing and antioxidant extract has been shown to have humectant moisturizing benefits that are similar to hyaluronic acid’s.
Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root ExtractA purple-red extract with antioxidant activity that is obtained from red beetroot.
Wine Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Wine ExtractAn extract obtained from wine that contains potent antioxidants such as the famous resveratrol, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and tannins.
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit ExtractDerived from the golden kiwi fruit, this extract is rich in humectant polysaccharides and antioxidant organic acids, as well as phenolic compounds.
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearyl GlycyrrhetinateA plant compound obtained from licorice root. It is a powerful soothing ingredient that acts similar to steroid hormones and helps to treat inflamed and irritated skin.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelargonium Roseum Leaf Oil
Rose Flower Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rose Flower OilAn aromatic essential oil obtained from the petals of various species of rose.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Powder
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Powder
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateA lipid-soluble form of vitamin C that is more stable and less irritating than ascorbic acid. According to a recent clinical study, THDA has all the capabilities of regular vitamin C, including anti-wrinkle and anti-pigment activity.
Isostearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Isostearic AcidA saturated fatty acid used to mix oil and water and to remove dirt from the skin's surface. Isostearic acid is listed among common comedogenic ingredients by acne.org.
Sucrose Dilaurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sucrose Dilaurate
Hexyl Dimethylolpropionate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hexyl Dimethylolpropionate
Sodium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hydroxide

An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.

C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside
Alcohol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AlcoholAn effective antimicrobial ingredient that kills bacteria, fungi, and even some viruses. It is also an excellent solvent and astringent. Alcohol helps to create lighter and less viscous products. It can, however, be dehydrating and skin-sensitizing.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.