Product overview
Cathy Doll L-Glutathione Magic Cream SPF 50 PA+++ (60ml) is a sunscreen/whitening cream from Cathy Doll, a proprietary brand of Karmarts Public Company Limited, a publicly listed Thai cosmetics company. Country of origin: Thailand (Karmarts' corporate headquarters).
Sourcing note -- SPF/PA and glutathione-percentage discrepancy: the 60ml size is confirmed as a distinct product code on Karmarts' own online store, separate from a 138ml variant. Karmarts' official page and most retailers state "SPF50 PA+++," matching the catalog name, but one Bangladesh retailer (skinplusbd.com) states "SPF 50 PA++" (one fewer plus sign) and separately claims "30% L-Glutathione." This 30% figure is not corroborated by any other source and is inconsistent with the ingredient list below, where L-Glutathione is listed last (implying a low concentration under standard cosmetic-labeling convention, since ingredients are listed in descending order of concentration). The official "PA+++" claim is treated as authoritative here, and the "30% L-Glutathione" figure is disclosed as unverified rather than repeated as fact.
Key Ingredients
- Titanium Dioxide -- the primary UV filter, per the confirmed 60ml ingredient list
- L-Glutathione -- the headline whitening active referenced in the product name, per the confirmed list -- though listed last among ingredients, suggesting a low concentration rather than the "30%" figure claimed by one retailer (see sourcing note above)
- Menthol -- a cooling agent, consistent with the brand's "shelter you from heat" marketing positioning, per the confirmed list
- Allantoin -- a skin-conditioning ingredient, per the confirmed list
- Vitamin E Acetate -- an antioxidant, per the confirmed list
- Also contains: Aqua, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Paraffinum Liquidum, Dimethiconol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, Isopropyl Myristate, Diazolidinyl Urea, Xanthan Gum, Fragrance
Key Features
- Marketed as "cool water splash technology" sunscreen positioned to reduce dryness and stickiness, per the official Karmarts site
- Marketed for both whitening and pore-tightening benefits, per the official site
- Positioned for both face and body use, per the official site
- 60ml pack size, matching the catalog listing (a separate 138ml size also exists as a distinct product)
Benefits
- Marketed to provide sun protection while cooling the skin via its Menthol content, per the official site
- Marketed to brighten skin tone via L-Glutathione, per the product name and official marketing
- Marketed to reduce visible pore size, per the official site
Who Can Use This Product
- Those seeking a cooling, whitening-positioned sunscreen for face and body, per the brand's marketing
- Those with known sensitivities to fragrance, Menthol, or any ingredient listed above should patch test before regular use
How to Use
Apply to clean skin as the last step of a skincare routine, at least 15-20 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every 2-3 hours or after sweating/swimming, per general sunscreen usage conventions.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse with water if contact occurs. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who manufactures this product?
Karmarts Public Company Limited, a publicly listed Thai cosmetics company that owns the Cathy Doll brand.
Is the SPF/PA rating consistent across sources?
Mostly -- Karmarts' official page and most retailers state SPF50 PA+++, matching the catalog name, though one Bangladesh retailer states PA++ instead. The official PA+++ claim is treated as authoritative here.
Does this cream contain 30% L-Glutathione, as one retailer claims?
This could not be verified and appears inconsistent with the ingredient list, where L-Glutathione is listed last (implying a low concentration). This claim is disclosed as unverified.
Why does this cream feel cooling?
It contains Menthol, per the confirmed ingredient list, consistent with the brand's cooling-sensation marketing.
How is this product used?
Apply as the last skincare step at least 15-20 minutes before sun exposure, reapplying every 2-3 hours or after sweating/swimming.
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