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I have been testing out the Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 and I have both shades here to show you. Here’s everything you need to know.
What is Kosas DreamBeam?
- Broad Spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen that helps to defend the skin against the signs of ageing
- Water-resistant, hypoallergenic and non-acnegenic
- Uses mineral non-nano zinc oxide to provide a physical barrier to protect skin against the sun’s rays
- Also contains hyaluronic acid, allantoin, peptides and ceramides to hydrate, plump, soothe and smooth
- Can be used alone or as a base for makeup
- Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin
- Available in 2 shades
Key Ingredients
Mineral SPF 30 – protects with 21.7% non-nano zinc
Peptides – to plump, smooth and firm
Ceramides – to improve skin suppleness
Sodium Hyaluronate – to hydrates and help lock in moisture
Allantoin – to soothe and condition
If you shop at Sephora, use code REALLYREESPH for 20% off
Kosas DreamBeam SPF 30 Shades & Swatches
There are two shades available in this new SPF from Kosas:
- Original (OG) – radiant finish (existing shade outside of the UK)
- Sunlit – Golden Glow (new shade)
Here are the swatches:
Before & After Photos
Here’s a photo with the Original shade applied:
And here’s a photo with Sunlit applied:
The finish looks quite shiny in the swatch photos, but it does dry down to more of a matte finish.
My Review
If there’s one skincare step I refuse to skip, it’s sunscreen, but let’s be honest, finding one that feels good is no easy feat. I was super excited to try the Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 because I love the brand and I really enjoy their take on skin.
I really appreciate the fact that this is as much a skincare product as it is a sunscreen, and I have been enjoying both shades.
First Impressions – The Texture & Application
It has a lovely lightweight whipped cream-gel texture that feels more like a moisturiser than a typical SPF. It glides onto the skin smoothly and the tints in both shades are great at neutralising any white cast from the Zinc Oxide.
It layers really nicely under makeup. I tested it under the bareMinerals Barepro 24H Liquid Foundation* and they worked really well together. It acts as a primer and my makeup held well and didn’t settles in my lines or pores.
It doesn’t feel heavy, and there’s no greasy sensation as the day goes on. It doesn’t get overly dewy and stays comfortable although I think if you had dry skin, it may not feel nourishing enough on its own. Be sure to prep your skin accordingly with a richer moisturiser.
I’d say it is more on that matte side than the new launch from Ultra Violette, which also has a higher SPF of 50. For more info on that, read: Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral Skinscreen Review. It launches in the UK soon. If you’re oily, you may prefer this Kosas one.
On my light skin tone, the Original peachy tint blended seamlessly and the Sunlit tint is fab if I want more of a bronzy glow. It’s a fab product. If you hate the feel of traditional sunscreen, this is one of those mineral SPFs that actually feels a bit more like skincare.
Where to buy it
Kosas Dreambeam SPF30 is £36 and available now via the links below. If you shop at Sephora, use code REALLYREESPH for 20% off:
