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 thoughtful range of moisturizers, sunscreens, and cleansers that feature hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid. Its products suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, providing gentle daily care and lasting comfort. For targeted concerns, the standout choices 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. Across the collection, components such as hyaluronic acid work to visibly nourish the complexion, with clinical study findings demonstrating that 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 is good for oily skin because Lovi rates the d'Alba-focused routine Superior for oily skin. The d'Alba products on this page help keep the skin soft and calm, though some users note an oily or greasy residue.
Is d'Alba worth it?
d'Alba is worth it for shoppers looking for lightweight sunscreens and fine mists, as Lovi rates its overall routines Superior for dry, sensitive, and combination skin. The d'Alba products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, though reviewers sometimes note a high price point.
What are d'Alba's best products?
d'Alba's best products are White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser, Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen, and UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50, which all earn a Superior fit level for dry skin. Lovi rates the First Spray Serum as Superior for dry skin as well.
Which d'Alba moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The First Spray Serum is the best choice for dry skin, and the Aromatic Spray Serum is also an option, while the Vital Spray Serum carries a warning for dry skin. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.
Does d'Alba cause breakouts?
d'Alba is unlikely to cause breakouts for most skin types, as Lovi rates acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin High or Superior for most of its products. Reviewers mostly mention gentle and soothing effects, though some note an oily or greasy residue that may affect certain users.
Is d'Alba fragrance-free?
Yes, the d'Alba products on this page are fragrance-free. Every product listed here contains no fragrance in its ingredients.
What are the key ingredients in d'Alba products?
The key ingredient in d'Alba products is hyaluronic acid. Topical hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality and 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 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, cleanse again with the White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser and layer on the First Spray Serum.
Where can I buy d'Alba, and how much does it cost?
d'Alba products on this page are available in stores in Germany. Prices range from €16.99 to €39.99, with most items costing between €16.99 and €24.11.
What are good alternatives to d'Alba?
Similar brands with pages on Lovi are SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea. Shoppers looking for alternatives can explore these options for similar skincare routines.
d'Alba vs SKIN1004: which is better?
Lovi rates the d'Alba-focused routines as Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, matching or scoring higher than SKIN1004 across those skin types. Reviewers note that d'Alba stands out for its glow and lightweight sunscreens, though some mention a high price point.
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 a great fit for dry skin, as Lovi rates the d'Alba-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The brand features deeply hydrating products like the First Spray Serum and Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen, which both rate Superior for dry skin. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient across the products, helps improve skin quality and signs of aging.
Which d'Alba cleanser is best for oily skin?
The best cleanser on this page for oily skin is White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser. Lovi rates this cleanser High for oily skin.
Is d'Alba good for sensitive skin?
Yes, d'Alba fits sensitive skin well, as Lovi rates sensitive skin Superior for d'Alba-focused routines. The d'Alba products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, which helps keep them gentle and calm. Topical hyaluronic acid, a key ingredient across the products, may also help maintain skin hydration and comfort.
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, followed by Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen and UV Essence Waterfull+. Lovi rates the first two as Superior and the last one as High for sensitive skin.
Is d'Alba good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, d'Alba is good for acne-prone skin, as Lovi rates most of its products High or Superior for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention soothing and calming effects, and topical hyaluronic acid helps improve overall skin quality.
Is d'Alba good for skin with dark spots?
Yes, d'Alba fits skin with dark spots well, as Lovi rates products like the Piedmont Waterfull Tone-up Sunscreen and White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser High for this concern. Hyaluronic acid helps improve skin quality, while niacinamide may help reduce cutaneous pigmentation.
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Is d'Alba good for mature skin?
Yes, d'Alba is good for mature skin. Lovi rates the White Truffle Return Oil Cream Cleanser, Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen, UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50, and First Spray Serum as Superior for mature skin, while the other moisturizers and sunscreens on the page rate High. Topical hyaluronic acid 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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