DHC Men SPF35 Face Milk: My Favorite Sunscreen

By: Marlen Elliot Harrison

SUMMARY: An SPF35 sunscreen that doubles as a light moisturizing milk, DHC for Men UV Protection Face Milk Lotion SPF35 from Japan might be a little off the beaten path but offers affordable protection in an unscented, non-greasy formula.

THE BRAND: From DHCcare.com: "Japanese products based on Spanish olive oil? It doesn't get more unique than that. We think our mixed-culture heritage is right at home in the United States, where individual tastes and preferences are celebrated. If a product doesn't offer something different—and, in our opinion, better—then we won't offer it to you. The discerning taste of the Japanese and their stringent quality standards in skincare are reflected in DHC's carefully formulated products. DHC beauty products are a result of extensive research and development, as well as tailoring and expanding the line to suit the particular preferences and needs of its customers. Plant extracts, especially Asian botanicals, are used extensively in DHC formulations for their nourishing properties and are balanced by cutting-edge scientific research to create only the best, most effective and safest products."

USE: It's rare that I find a sunscreen that is so easy to wear it regularly doubles as a moisturizer for me. I apply a small amount of DHC Men SPF35 Face Milk in any season on face and scalp (I'm a balding dude). It not only works as a sunscreen but makes a great moisturizer as well. 

AROMA & TEXTURE: What I most love about the product is that it starts as a light white liquid "milk" and dries to a clean, powdery finish with no aroma whatsoever. Unlike some products, it never leaves a film on the skin.

PACKAGING: Though the packaging won't win any rewards, the small, white  squeeze dispenser (not a pump, tube or spray) has a cap to avoid leaking and sports both English and Japanese lettering.

INGREDIENTS: DHC's SPF35, PA + +, UV protection milk blocks ultraviolet A & B waves which damage the skin. The lotion quickly dries to a smooth powder on the skin, never feeling oily, and is perfect for everyday use. In addition, (alpha) leads to healthy, clear skin. In addition to arbutin, DHC's protection milk combines hyaluronic acid to adjust skin moisture by increasing its retention power. In addition to blocking ultraviolet rays, it helps firm the skin.

Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Alcohol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Butylene Glycol, Alpha Arbutin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Algae Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Menthyl Lactate, Menthol, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol

WHERE CAN I BUY IT? For those outside Japan, you'll find DHC Men SPF35 Face Milk on Amazon or Ebay.

Products mentioned in article

DHC for Men UV Protection Face Milk Lotion SPF35

Marlen Elliot Harrison

Dr. Marlen Elliot Harrison’s journalism in the fragrance industry has appeared in international print and online publications such as Playboy...(more)