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Korean face sunscreen9/25/2023 ![]() I was actually pretty surprised by how well it performed on my skin. I generally don’t have a lot of luck with mineral sunscreens, but people always ask me for my recommendations – BENTON Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ is my favourite so far. But on my skin, it tends to look a bit weird. It can be a good thing, since on some people’s skin it has a subtle evening-out effect, like a tinted moisturiser. A lot of the time they’ll look a bit white if you apply the right amount. They can be really useful if you’re allergic to a common chemical sunscreen active, or if you’re looking for a really matte finish in your sunscreen. ![]() These are also called physical or inorganic sunscreens, and use zinc oxide or titanium dioxide as their active sun-protective ingredients. Related Post: Do I Need a Special Cleanser to Remove Sunscreen? Favourite Mineral Sunscreen In terms of actives, it has a whole bunch of plant extracts including centella and hyaluronic acid. It’s slightly dewy, and comes in a really nice flat pump tube, which is handy for tucking into your handbag. This sunscreen dries down to feel like almost nothing. It’s still hydrating, but can’t feel it on your skin as much, making it particularly good for oily skin, hot and humid weather, or if you have sensory issues. I actually slightly prefer that – perhaps because my skin’s been quite dry lately from using a lot of retinoids. Some people do find the Beauty of Joseon and Round Lab sunscreens a bit heavy. There’s also the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50 PA++++which is the lightest version of this Kolmar base formula. Related Post: Sunscreen absorption and receptor binding: Debunking TikTok Misinformation Favourite Chemical Sunscreen (lightweight) If your skin doesn’t like rice extract and prefers birch, which is meant to be good for breakouts, then that might be a better option. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ is very similar to this but it’s perhaps a touch more moisturising. This also has rice extracts which are good for hydration and sensitive skin. There’s no fragrance or alcohol if those are issues for you.Īll of the sunscreens in this family have niacinamide and adenosine, which are used as brightening and antiwrinkle ingredients in a lot of Korean functional cosmetics. There’s no white cast on my skin, but the MBBT does show up a little white on darker skin. It’s also hydrating enough on its own under makeup so it stays nice and even. Some people have mentioned that it’s a bit shiny, but I think that really depends on your skin – for me it looks really glowy, especially under makeup, I usually also use a very light layer of starch powder on top. It just feels like a cream-gel moisturiser, and glides on super smoothly. It doesn’t feel like I’m just moving liquid around on my face, which happens with some sunscreens. It’s really easy to apply the right amount, which on my skin is about ⅔ of a ¼ teaspoon. It’s moisturising and hydrating without being sticky or greasy. This has the perfect amount of emolliency for my skin type. My skin is between normal and oily, and really prone to dehydration. Kolmar has been making a whole bunch of sunscreens for lots of Korean brands based around this same core formula and they’re all pretty much bangers (I think that’s what the kids are saying…). These are all “newer” (well, 20 year old) chemical filters that are larger and less likely to absorb through skin. It has 4 chemical filters: ethylhexyl triazone, DHHB, iscotrizinol (DEBT) and bisoctrizole (MBBT). I don’t think this is a surprise – the moment I tried this, it immediately became my favourite chemical sunscreen. My favourite is the BEAUTY OF JOSEON Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+ PA++++. My favourite sunscreen category is Chemical Sunscreens. 5 Favourite Sunscreen Stick Favourite Chemical Sunscreen
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