Verified dupe · Sunscreen
Shiseido Essential Energy Hydrating Day Cream SPF 20/PA+++ vs UL·OS Plus Sunblock SPF50
See all 63 Shiseido dupes →Essential Energy Hydrating Day Cream SPF 20/PA+++
Shiseido
₩119,030
See analysis →Buy the originalAs of Jun 27 · Prices reflect public listings on stores such as Coupang and may vary by store or promotion.
Why this dupe
The proof is in the ingredients, not the price
Octocrylene, Polysilicone-15, Hyaluronic Acid and other key ingredients appear in both full ingredient lists.
In the full lists, 12 ingredients overlap.
Who it's for
A good fit if you want hydration with solid sun protection. Both products carry a UV filter ingredient and hyaluronic acid that fill in dry skin.
What works and what to weigh
- UV protection and hydration close to the luxury pick
- Fresh feeling sunblock
- About 82% cheaper
- –The luxury pick adds more UV filter ingredients and a tone care ingredient, so it works with a few more ingredients.
Dupe match score
A blended score across key ingredients, benefit match, category and price. It reflects how recommendable the alternative is, not how identical the two products are.
Efficacy
The ingredients aren't identical, but both products aim at similar benefits. Each row shows which side covers it.
3 contributing ingredients
1 contributing ingredients
2 contributing ingredients
1 contributing ingredients
4 contributing ingredients
Key shared ingredients · 3 (2 uncommon)
The key ingredients both products share — the basis for the match.
A UV filter that helps shield skin from sunlight.
An organic UVB filter.
A signature humectant that pulls in and holds water, leaving skin hydrated and smooth.
“Upper blend / small amount” compares where each shared active sits in the two ingredient lists — estimated from order, so exact levels and formulation are not disclosed.
Full ingredient comparison
Both full ingredient lists compared. More shared ingredients means a closer match.
Ingredients are listed by amount. Below 1%, brands may list them in any order, so ranking there means little.
Compared by full ingredient list. It does not mean concentration or texture are identical, and prices are as of the listed time.
Check before you buy
One last look before you buy: watch-outs, what each skips, and usage tips.
Watch-outs
Shiseido
UL·OS
Also on foreign regulatory lists: Phenoxyethanol (EU and 6 other regions). Details in the ingredient dictionary
Fragrance, parabens, etc. that some prefer to avoid. Products within labeled limits are generally fine.
Not included
Whether each product contains ingredients some prefer to avoid. A preference, not a safety verdict.
Before you reach for this dupe
- Apply enough to cover every spot so you can expect the labeled protection. If your skin reacts easily to fragrance, try a little on the inner arm before regular use.
How skin responds to ingredients varies from person to person. If your skin is sensitive or you have a specific condition, check with a doctor first.
₩21,410₩119,030
UL·OS Plus Sunblock SPF50
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How we pick a dupe
We compare the full ingredient lists and only pair products that share core actives. Prices are checked against market listings, and ingredients with Korea MFDS usage standards are flagged on the page.
Disclaimer
This comparison is based on full-ingredient (INCI) data published under cosmetics law.
Shared ingredients mean the full-ingredient lists overlap, not that blend concentrations match; how a product feels and performs can differ by formulation and ingredient grade.
Prices are market-verified against stores such as Coupang and may differ from official store prices; discounts and temporary changes may not be reflected, so check the seller before buying.
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