86nextscore· 373 verdicts
Serum-like texture with no white cast
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Beauty of Joseon
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For Sun Protection
- Best for Sun Protection
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+85nextscore17 shared traits·428 recommendations
Rice extract and probiotic blend soothe skin while doubling as a moisturizer that glows under makeup without whitening or stickiness.
“The probiotic sunscreen is my absolute favorite for casual use. I’ve never loved the finish of a sunscreen more!”
- 251recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore17 shared traits·251 recommendations
Blue packaging signals a matte finish alternative for oily skin though it can pill under makeup sometimes.
“"Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Very lightweight, absorbs quickly, and layers well under makeup or on its own."”
- 175recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore16 shared traits·175 recommendations
Korean formula delivers a moisturizing, serum-like sunscreen favored for dry, sensitive skin with a slightly dewy finish.
- 167recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore16 shared traits·167 recommendations
Matte finish suits oily skin and works well under makeup without white cast or grease.
- 81recs
Canmake
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+92nextscore18 shared traits·81 recommendations
Gel texture doubles as a makeup primer that calms redness and doesn't sting eyes for sensitive skin.
- 174recs
La Roche-Posay
Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF 50+86nextscore14 shared traits·174 recommendations
European formulation blocks long UVA rays up to 400nm that usual US sunscreens miss, ideal for sensitive eyes and oily skin.
For Acne
- Best for Acne
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+85nextscore17 shared traits·13 recommendations
Lightweight rice and probiotic formula suits sensitive skin prone to breakouts without greasy or thick residue.
“"you might love the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun."”
- 13recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore16 shared traits·13 recommendations
Lightweight matte finish sunscreen suits oily sensitive skin prone to bumps and gentle enough for eczema-prone users.
““I do reccomend haruharu wonder spf its the orange colour tube one.””
- 10recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore17 shared traits·10 recommendations
Aqua Fresh feels lightweight and matte, preferred by combo and sensitive skin users with rosacea and oily tendencies.
- 12recs
79nextscore13 shared traits·12 recommendations
Serum consistency sunscreen uniquely targets oily, redness-prone skin without clogging pores or leaving a heavy feel.
- 5recs
Canmake
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+92nextscore18 shared traits·5 recommendations
Lightweight gel texture suits oily, reactive skin prone to breakouts without leaving a greasy cast or white residue.
- 6recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore16 shared traits·6 recommendations
Fragrance-free moisturizing cream suits very dry, sensitive skin prone to breakouts and layers well under makeup.
For Redness / Irritation
- Best for Redness / Irritation
Canmake
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+92nextscore18 shared traits·10 recommendations
Green tint visibly tones down skin redness immediately upon application for sensitive rosacea-prone faces.
““It’s SO good for my type 1 rosacea.””
- 10recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore17 shared traits·10 recommendations
Super dewy texture is the only sunscreen community members report that does not sting eyes or skin.
“I can, however, use the beauty of joseon aqua fresh daily with zero issues”
- 9recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+85nextscore17 shared traits·9 recommendations
Lightweight Korean chemical sunscreen soothes sensitive eyes and skin using rice extract and niacinamide without stinging or heaviness.
- 7recs
87nextscore16 shared traits·7 recommendations
Fragrance-free mild mineral sunscreen calms sensitive, rosacea-prone skin while drying down matte and layering well under makeup.
- 8recs
La Roche-Posay
Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF 50+86nextscore14 shared traits·8 recommendations
Mexoryl 400 filter uniquely blocks long UVA rays to prevent rosacea flare-ups for daily sensitive skin use.
- 9recs
82nextscore12 shared traits·9 recommendations
Aloe delivers a soothing feel that visibly calms even rosacea-prone skin after acids used the night before.
For Rosacea
- Best for Rosacea
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+85nextscore17 shared traits·9 recommendations
Rice extract complements probiotics to soothe reactive skin without irritation for sensitive users.
“One of the few that doesn’t bother my rosacea.”
- 8recs79nextscore
13 shared traits·8 recommendations
Niacinamide formula and zero fragrance make it the go-to daily facial sunscreen for sensitive, acne-prone skin with inflammation.
“The niacinamide formula and zero fragrance are cited constantly as the reason it works where other sunscreens have caused flares.”
- 9recs
90nextscore10 shared traits·9 recommendations
Mineral-based formula causes a white cast that fades but soothes super sensitive, eczema-prone skin without irritation.
- 6recs87nextscore
16 shared traits·6 recommendations
Chemical formula sunscreen wins fans with sensitive skin from type 2 rosacea for its light, non-irritating feel.
- 5recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore17 shared traits·5 recommendations
Sensitive skin lovers with type 1 distinctly prefer its lightweight, non-irritating formula that avoids flare-ups and redness.
- 3recs
Canmake
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+92nextscore18 shared traits·3 recommendations
Green tint immediately lessens facial redness on sensitive, type 1 rosacea-prone skin without irritation.
For Dehydration
- Best for Dehydration
90nextscore15 shared traits·20 recommendations
Eight types of hydrating molecules in a watery gel deliver glow and prevent midday tightness for oily to dry skin.
“Guys isntree one!! It got 8 or so types of hyaluronic acid and other hydrating ingredients as well..its so watery and hydrating leaves a glowy finish too”
- 13recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore17 shared traits·13 recommendations
Hydrating sunscreen replaces moisturizer indoors for sensitive, combination skin with oily T-zone and rosacea.
“I skip my daily moisturizer now and just wear this when I’m indoors for both hydration and sun protection.”
- 14recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore16 shared traits·14 recommendations
Birch juice in this sunscreen boosts moisture and calms dry, irritated skin despite a slightly heavier feel for oily types.
- 12recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+85nextscore17 shared traits·12 recommendations
Rice and probiotics combine for a moisturizing sunscreen preferred for sensitive, dry, or combo skin under makeup and daily use.
- 4recs
Canmake
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+92nextscore18 shared traits·4 recommendations
Moisturizing gel formula works well for oily, dehydrated skin and acts as a light primer under makeup.
- 6recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore16 shared traits·6 recommendations
Lightweight texture soaks in without greasiness and hydrates for combo and extremely dry skin types.
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