d'Alba skincare
d'Alba is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2016 and owned by d'Alba Global Co., Ltd..
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d'Alba is beloved for its moisturizers, sunscreens, and cleansers that feature hydrating hyaluronic. Its products suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best, thanks to these nourishing formulations. For particular concerns, the standout products include the Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen for acne-prone skin, the UVessence Mild Waterfull Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50 for skin with dark spots, and the White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser for mature skin. Through its key ingredients, hyaluronic acid lengthens the duration of botulinum toxin.
Hyaluronic acidThis page covers some of the most popular d'Alba products; for the whole d'Alba range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 21.1k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise d'Alba for deep hydration, a radiant glow, and gentle formulations. The most common complaints are a strong fragrance and a greasy or overly dewy finish for oily skin.
Highlights
Glow and radiance Mostly Mentioned
- “Gives a light glow and leaves my skin feeling hydrated without being greasy. — First Spray Serum”
- “My skin literally glows from within — Aromatic Spray Serum”
- “gives a beautiful glow without grease — Vital Spray Serum”
Lightweight sunscreens Mostly Mentioned
- “melts into skin like butter — UV Essence Waterfull+”
- “Melts like butter — Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen”
- “very moisturizing — UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50”
Fine and versatile mists Mostly Mentioned
- “mist is so fine it feels like fog — Vital Spray Serum”
- “The mist is super fine and distributes evenly across the face. — First Spray Serum”
- “I use this in the middle of my skincare routine, at the end... or even just throughout the day. — First Spray Serum”
Gentle and non-irritating sunscreens Mostly Mentioned
- “Zero eye irritation — UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50”
- “calms sensitive skin — Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen”
Soothing and calming effects Mostly Mentioned
- “It has a light, calming scent that feels like a mini spa moment. — First Spray Serum”
- “Scent is absolutely divine and super calming — Aromatic Spray Serum”
- “soothes my red cheeks instantly — Vital Spray Serum”
Makeup base compatibility Often Mentioned
- “foundation sits perfectly on top — UV Essence Waterfull+”
- “sits perfectly under makeup without causing pilling — Piedmont Waterfull Tone-up Sunscreen”
- “Foundation sits well — Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen”
Strong fragrance Often Mentioned
- “smell is way too strong for my face — Vital Spray Serum”
- “I personally hate the smell... found it highly scented which can be an irritant. — First Spray Serum”
- “smell is quite strong... like fruity pebbles — Piedmont Waterfull Tone-up Sunscreen”
Oily or greasy residue Often Mentioned
- “looked like a greaseball by noon — UV Essence Waterfull+”
- “too creamy for me... prefer light cream/gel — Piedmont Waterfull Tone-up Sunscreen”
- “Oily people beware — Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “Size is good for the price but still a bit pricey. — First Spray Serum”
- “definitely on the pricier side — White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser”
- “finished the bottle in two weeks — Vital Spray Serum”
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Questions and answers
Is d'Alba good for oily skin?
Yes, d'Alba fits oily skin well, with Lovi rating the d'Alba-focused routine Superior for it. Products like UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50 rate Superior for oily skin, though reviewers mention that some items may leave an oily or greasy residue.
Is d'Alba worth it?
d'Alba is worth it for dry and mature skin, where Lovi rates its routines as Superior. Reviewers note that the brand brings glow and radiance with its products, though some mention a high price point.
What are d'Alba's best products?
d'Alba's best products for overall care include the First Spray Serum, Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen, UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50, and White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser, all of which rate Superior for dry skin. Lovi rates the d'Alba-focused routine for dry skin as Superior.
Which d'Alba moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The First Spray Serum is the best choice, as Lovi rates it Superior for dry skin. The Aromatic Spray Serum also works well with a High rating, whereas the Vital Spray Serum receives a Warning.
Does d'Alba cause breakouts?
d'Alba is unlikely to cause breakouts, as the brand features options like UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50 that Lovi rates Superior for acne-prone skin. The d'Alba products on this page list no fragrance, helping keep them gentle on the skin.
Is d'Alba fragrance-free?
Yes, the d'Alba products on this page are fragrance-free and list no fragrance in their ingredients. Reviewers note that strong fragrance is present in some products, though this selection avoids it.
What are the key ingredients in d'Alba products?
The key ingredient in d'Alba products is hyaluronic acid, which helps keep skin hydrated and smooth. Topical hyaluronic acid is supported by clinical evidence for improving skin quality and reducing signs of skin aging.
How do I build a d'Alba skincare routine?
To build a d'Alba skincare routine for dry skin, start your morning by cleansing with the White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser, followed by the First Spray Serum for moisture, and finish with the Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen. In the evening, use the same cleanser and moisturizer, and once a week, add a nourishing mask like the Vita Essential Mask to your routine. Lovi rates the d'Alba-focused routine Superior for dry skin.
Where can I buy d'Alba, and how much does it cost?
d'Alba products are available on this page, with prices ranging from CA$25.99 to CA$59.00.
What are good alternatives to d'Alba?
Good alternatives to d'Alba include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which also have dedicated brand pages on Lovi. These similar brands offer alternative skincare ranges that may suit shoppers looking for comparable products.
d'Alba vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Lovi rates d'Alba as a Superior fit for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, scoring similarly to SKIN1004 across those skin types. Reviewers often note a high price point for d'Alba, while the d'Alba products on this page list no fragrance.
Who owns d'Alba, and where is it from?
d'Alba is a Korean brand founded in 2016, owned by d'Alba Global Co., Ltd..
Is d'Alba cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list d'Alba as cruelty-free.
Is d'Alba good for dry skin?
Yes, d'Alba is good for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The d'Alba products on this page contain hyaluronic acid, which helps keep the skin soft and hydrated. Reviewers mostly mention glowing and radiant results, though some note a high price point.
Which d'Alba cleanser is best for oily skin?
The White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser is the best option on this page for oily skin, where Lovi rates it High for that skin type.
Is d'Alba good for sensitive skin?
d'Alba is a great choice for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates sensitive skin fit as Superior for its routines and High to Superior for most of its products. The d'Alba products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, and reviewers frequently mention soothing and calming effects.
Which d'Alba sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
The best d'Alba sunscreen for sensitive skin is UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50, which is followed by Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen and UV Essence Waterfull+. Lovi rates these sunscreens as Superior or High for sensitive skin.
Is d'Alba good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, d'Alba fits acne-prone skin well, with Lovi rating the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Products like the UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50 and White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser achieve a Superior fit for acne-prone skin on the page.
Is d'Alba good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, d'Alba fits skin with dark spots well, with Lovi rating most of its products High or Superior for this concern. Hyaluronic acid helps improve overall skin quality, while the d'Alba products on this page list no fragrance.
Is d'Alba good for mature skin?
Yes, d'Alba fits mature skin well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type and highlights products like the White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser with a Superior fit. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient across the products, helps improve skin quality and signs of skin aging.
Research behind d'Alba's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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Co-founder, CEO and CTO
PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
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Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc
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Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
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Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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Victoria Derkova, MS
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