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HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops

A mineral SPF that checks all the boxes
$46.00

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Protect from sun rays
Refresh with instant hydration
Enhance natural radiance
Best Used With
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HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
Full Ingredients List
Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide (24.5%) Inactive Ingredients: C13-15 Alkane, Aqua/Water/Eau, Ethyl Macadamiate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Ectoin, Hydroxyectoin, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Quaternium-90 Bentonite, Fragrance/Parfum, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Tocopherol, Malic Acid, Stearyl Triethoxysilane, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxide (CI 77491), Iron Oxide (CI 77492), Iron Oxide (CI 77499)
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PROTECT + HYDRATE + ILLUMINATE

A 24.5% Non-Nano Zinc Oxide Mineral Sunscreen That Checks All The Boxes.

No white cast. Deep hydration. A radiant finish. This high-protection, fast-absorbing, lightweight SPF formula feels more like your favorite moisturizer than a clinical-grade sunscreen.

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Protection, Perfected.

An SPF You'll Look Forward To Wearing.

This formula doesn't just stop at sun protection; it's packed with high-performance ingredients that not only shield your skin from the sun but also work overtime to keep it healthy and glowing in the long run.

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HOW TO USE

Make SPF A Daily Habit.

For maximum sun protection, apply an amount of product that spans the length of two fingers - it's the perfect dose to shield your skin effectively!
  • Good for:
    Daytime 
  • How often:
    Daily; Reapply every 2 hours. 
  • Application: 
    Shake well. For face and neck coverage use two fingers-length as a guide OR a nickel-sized amount. Let absorb for 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours or after 80 minutes of swimming, sweating, or towel drying. 

Overall rating: 4.610526 / 5 from 285 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops offer high protection with a 24.5% Non-Nano Zinc Oxide formula. Customers appreciate its lightweight, non-irritating formula that blends seamlessly into the skin, providing a radiant and luminous finish. The product is praised for its ability to diffuse imperfections and even out skin tone, while deeply soothing and hydrating the skin.

Summary topics

  • Skin Radiance (21%): A significant number of customers stated that the kate somerville illuminating drops make their skin look radiant and luminous.
  • Product Drop Efficiency (16%): A significant number of customers loved the HydraKate Illuminating SPF 50 drops for their lightweight yet impactful glow.
  • Product Glow (20%): A significant number of customers pointed out that this product gives their skin a beautiful and radiant glow.
  • Product Formula (7%): Customers expressed appreciation for the lightweight and non-irritating formula that blends into their skin perfectly.
  • Product Finish (6%): It was reported by customers that the finish of the product is beautiful and leaves a radiant glow.

Review topics: ["color","feels","packaging","issues","glow","skin","looks","smells","formula","texture","consistency","sunscreen","face","residue","protection","cast","weight","hydration","absorbs","spf","base","pores","bottle","drops","complexion","coverage","ingredients","finish","fragrance","amount"].

Review highlights

  • "I love that it adds a subtle glow to my complexion, making my skin look radiant and healthy." — michellllleee
  • "I love that it leaves no white cast and has my skin looking radiant and luminous." — Marisol C.
  • "I love that they have such a high spf rate, while also giving me a nice color and making my skin feel great!" — Ally

Reviews

Does not absorb well to skin. Expires quickly

"I debated buying this because of all the mixed reviews. The only reason I decided to try it because there was a BOGO offer. I liked that it offers spf50, however it is extremely tacky and never really dries. I have to wear my hair up when using this because my hair will stick to my face even after hours have passed. If I ended up using the recommended amount, it ends up piling on my face. I'm also giving it one star because I'm disappointed that both bottles I received have an expiration date of three months after the shipping date. I feel like Kate Somerville only had the bogo offer to get rid of old inventory that was expiring. I wish they were upfront about it so I wouldn't have wasted my money on two bottles I won't use up in time."

— Tracy (1/5)

Ok sunscreen

"The good part: - my skin didn’t get breakout - didn’t pill up with layered skincare products - brightened up my skin tone The not-so-good part: - the smell, my kids stayed away from me every time I put this on. It became metallic, unpleasant scent. - the packaging, just when I thought KS had the best packaging in the skincare world. It is hard to squeeze out enough product. - and because of how little it gets out, I expected the cream to glide easily on the skin. Nope, it’s kinda sticky, so need a lot of squeezing to cover the whole face - I wouldn’t recommend for oily skin, sometimes it felt unbreathable in warm humid weather."

— Kha T. (3/5)

Love this

"I have been a die hard Saie sliptint fan for my primer/sunscreen and I received this Kate Somerville hydrate and it has now taken it's place. It's light and absorbs quickly, doesn't make me shiny and helps my makeup go on easily. I'm a big fan of time savers in the morning so thank you for this product!"

— Victoria P. (5/5)

Love the SPF

"I love the moisturizing in combo with the SPF and some tint. Love how it applies and great for using before my morning walk. This was the first Kate Somerville product that did cause a few breakouts for me."

— Paula M. (4/5)

Liking the product alot. Living

"Liking the product alot. Living in AZ I need all the sun protection I can get. HydraKate SPF goes on smoothly , makes your skin feel wonderful and love the look. I feel very confident when in the pool and outside that my skin is protected and also getting nourished"

— ellen m. (5/5)

Beautiful glow, mid texture

"Received several compliments on the glow this gives my skin! However, the texture is a bit oily/slick which makes makeup application more challenging and less adherent. Maybe the texture would be better in a less humid climate."

— Melody D. (4/5)

Silky and smooth, delicate for sensitive oily skin

"Product is lightweight, smells beautiful and most importantly is very gentle and works well on a mixed oily skin. No issues, no pimples, just delicate sheer and glow. Recommend 🌟"

— Elwira S. (5/5)

Great sunscreen

"I’m always looking for a grey sunscreen that doesn’t make my face feel extra oily. This gives me a gentle glow while pairing nicely with my cosmetics. I was pleasantly surprised and would purchase again."

— Megan (5/5)

Great Product

"I loved the HydraKate Illuminating SPF 50+ SPF drops. It left my skin feeling soft and glowing while also protecting it from the sun. No white cast was visible."

— Maria R. (5/5)

Lovely product

"This gives a very subtle glow and great sun protection. Perfect alone when I’m running errands and out walking; also perfect as a base for my serum foundation."

— Erin L. (5/5)

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HydraKate® Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops

$46.00 1.7 Fl. Oz.