# Anessa skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/anessa

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the United Kingdom.

Anessa is a Japanese skincare brand founded in 1992 and owned by Shiseido Company, Limited.

[anessaco.com](https://anessaco.com/about/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shiseido) [corp.shiseido.com](https://corp.shiseido.com/en/company/talk/20240625.html) [happi.com](https://www.happi.com/top-company-profile/shiseido/)

Anessa is widely loved for its advanced sunscreens and sophisticated formulas. Its products suit all skin types best, offering reliable daily protection. For particular concerns, the standout products include the Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk for acne-prone skin and the Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel for skin with dark spots. These thoughtful formulations work to shield and care for the complexion.

This page covers some of the most popular Anessa products; for the whole Anessa range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgf810f86a9f).

### Anessa sunscreens

#### Sunscreens

- [Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/anessa/perfect-uv-sunscreen-skincare-milk/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [£21.96 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0792L2PQT?tag=lovi-care-web-product-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/anessa/perfect-uv-sunscreen-skincare-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit

## Questions and answers

### Is Anessa worth it?

Anessa is worth it for shoppers seeking reliable sun protection, as Lovi rates the Anessa-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, all the Anessa products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, making them gentle for daily use.

### What are Anessa's best products?

Anessa offers the Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk and the Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel as its featured products on this page. Lovi rates both options High for oily skin and sensitive skin. Additionally, the Anessa products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Which Anessa sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel is best for sensitive skin because Lovi rates it High for sensitive skin, while Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk is rated Average.

### Does Anessa cause breakouts?

Anessa is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk and Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel High for acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin. Additionally, the Anessa products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is Anessa fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Anessa products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, making them free of added scent.

### What are the key ingredients in Anessa products?

Anessa products feature key ingredients such as [water-soluble collagen](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen), [titanium dioxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/titanium-dioxide), [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycerin), and [zinc oxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/zinc-oxide). These components help keep skin hydrated and protected from the sun.

[Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35223163/) [International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503414/)

### How do I build a Anessa skincare routine?

To build an Anessa skincare routine, use the brand's sunscreens as the core step, as Lovi rates an Anessa-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every Anessa product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### Where can I buy Anessa, and how much does it cost?

Anessa is available at stores in the United Kingdom. The prices for the Anessa products on this page are £21.96.

### What are good alternatives to Anessa?

Good alternatives to Anessa with pages on Lovi include Biore, Hada Labo, Shiseido, SK-II, Shiseido Senka, and DHC. For dry skin, Lovi rates the Biore-focused routine High while the Anessa-focused routine is rated Superior.

### Anessa vs Biore: which is better?

Anessa is better for most skin types, as Lovi rates the Anessa-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, compared to High or Superior for Biore. Every Anessa product on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

### Who owns Anessa, and where is it from?

Anessa is a Japanese brand founded in 1992, owned by Shiseido Company, Limited.

[anessaco.com](https://anessaco.com/about/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shiseido) [corp.shiseido.com](https://corp.shiseido.com/en/company/talk/20240625.html) [happi.com](https://www.happi.com/top-company-profile/shiseido/)

### Is Anessa cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Anessa as cruelty-free.

## Research behind Anessa's key ingredients

- [Collagen Supplements for Aging and Wrinkles: A Paradigm Shift in the Fields of Dermatology and Cosmetics](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35223163/) Water-soluble collagen · Dermatology Practical & Conceptual, 2022
- [Skin penetration and stabilization of formulations containing microfine titanium dioxide as physical UV filter](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18503414/) Titanium dioxide · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000
- [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Aloe barbadensis leaf extract · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
- [Use of Collagen in Cosmetic Products](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38534748/) Water-soluble collagen · Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 2024
- [Injectable thermo-sensitive and wide-crack self-healing hydrogel loaded with antibacterial anti-inflammatory dipotassium glycyrrhizate for full-thickness skin wound repair](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35245682/) Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Acta Biomaterialia, 2022
- [Green tea extract reduces induction of p53 and apoptosis in UVB-irradiated human skin independent of transcriptional controls](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18631247/) Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2009
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [The human stratum corneum layer: an effective barrier against dermal uptake of different forms of topically applied micronised titanium dioxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11509913/) Titanium dioxide · Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2001
- [Biomimetic hyaluronic acid-stabilized zinc oxide nanoparticles in acne treatment: A preclinical and clinical approach](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40254135/) Zinc oxide · Journal of Controlled Release, 2025
- [Antiacne and antiblotch activities of a formulated combination of Aloe barbadensis leaf powder, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, and Camellia sinensis leaf extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31239743/) Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
- [In vivo and in vitro evaluation of octyl methoxycinnamate liposomes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24376350/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2013
- [Topical Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle Formulations for Acne Vulgaris: A Systematic Review of Pre-Clinical and Early-Phase Clinical Evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41007718/) Zinc oxide · Biomedicines, 2025
- [Facial disbiosis and UV filters](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39499337/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · Archives of Dermatological Research, 2024
- [Mitigation of ultraviolet-induced erythema and inflammation by para-hydroxycinnamic acid in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39138602/) Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2025
- [Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42108609/) Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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