85nextscore· 411 verdicts
Lightweight with skin-like finish, layers well under makeup
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87nextscore· 10 verdicts
Beauty of Joseon
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77nextscore· 14 verdicts
For Sun Protection
- Best for Sun Protection
86nextscore16 shared traits·372 recommendations
Water-serum texture feels lightweight and hydrating on sensitive skin prone to redness and rosacea, with zero white cast.
“"i have their watery fit sunscreen and it just completely removes all the surface redness from my face"”
- 255recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore14 shared traits·255 recommendations
Lightweight, matte-finish formula eases oily skin daily wear despite occasional pilling under makeup.
“"The BOJ Aqua Fresh Sunscreen dries pretty fast which is great for humid summer."”
- 267recs
87nextscore13 shared traits·267 recommendations
Japanese formulation wins for a lightweight, fast-absorbing gel that doubles as a moisturizer and fits well under makeup.
- 176recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore14 shared traits·176 recommendations
Birch Juice formula feels hydrating and leaves a distinct dewy glow, favored by those with dry or sensitive skin.
- 171recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore14 shared traits·171 recommendations
Matte finish and dry skin focus make this sunscreen a favorite for oily and combo skin under makeup.
- 176recs
La Roche-Posay
Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF 50+86nextscore11 shared traits·176 recommendations
European formulation offers the UVMune 400 filter that protects against very long UVA rays, making it ideal for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin.
For Acne
- Best for Acne86nextscore
16 shared traits·19 recommendations
Formula freedom from breakouts makes it the sunscreen of choice for sensitive, combination skin types.
““It’s the only sunscreen that doesn’t break me out””
- 13recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore14 shared traits·13 recommendations
Lightweight matte finish sunscreen suits oily sensitive skin prone to bumps without causing breakouts.
““I do reccomend haruharu wonder spf its the orange colour tube one.””
- 10recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore14 shared traits·10 recommendations
Matte finish suits combination skin with rosacea, feeling quick-absorbing though sometimes pilling with makeup.
- 13recs
79nextscore11 shared traits·13 recommendations
Non-greasy mineral-chemical hybrid sunscreen suits oily, redness-prone skin with niacinamide and azelaic acid.
- 10recs87nextscore
13 shared traits·10 recommendations
Watery texture absorbs quickly without clogging pores, making it ideal for oily and sensitive skin under makeup.
- 6recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore14 shared traits·6 recommendations
Fragrance-free formula suits very dry, acne-prone sensitive skin without causing breakouts or greasy feeling.
For Redness / Irritation
- Best for Redness / Irritation86nextscore
16 shared traits·23 recommendations
Centella-based formula calms rosacea and sensitive skin without flaring up or causing burning, even with compromised barriers.
“"i have their watery fit sunscreen and it just completely removes all the surface redness from my face"”
- 10recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore14 shared traits·10 recommendations
Non-stinging formula soothes sensitive skin and fragile eyes, proving great for daily use on redness-prone skin.
“I can, however, use the beauty of joseon aqua fresh daily with zero issues”
- 10recs
Canmake
Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+92nextscore13 shared traits·10 recommendations
Green tinted formula specifically calms type 1 rosacea and visibly tones down redness upon application.
- 7recs
87nextscore14 shared traits·7 recommendations
Fragrance-free mineral formula soothes rosacea-prone sensitive skin without dryness or whitecast.
- 7recs87nextscore
13 shared traits·7 recommendations
Japanese chemical formulas avoid eye stinging and suit rosacea-prone skin, used often for sensitive skin needing SPF.
- 5recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore14 shared traits·5 recommendations
Sunscreen for sensitive skin keeps skin calm when the barrier is wrecked and never stings the eyes.
For Rosacea
- Best for Rosacea86nextscore
16 shared traits·12 recommendations
Dewier texture calms sensitive, type 2 redness without flare ups or dryness, favored especially for indoor and humid climate use.
“I have rosacea and very sensitive skin and LOVE the skin1004 sunscreen.”
- 6recs87nextscore
14 shared traits·6 recommendations
Chemical formula sunscreen suits sensitive skin that easily reacts to niacinamide without irritation.
“I tried most of those and they didn’t work for my type 2.”
- 8recs79nextscore
11 shared traits·8 recommendations
Niacinamide formula and zero fragrance prevent flare-ups on inflamed, sensitive skin prone to redness and acne.
- 9recs
90nextscore9 shared traits·9 recommendations
Mineral formula soothes hyperreactive and eczema-prone skin while preventing hive outbreaks and mild irritation.
- 5recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore14 shared traits·5 recommendations
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh suits sensitive, reactive skin by not irritating rosacea-prone faces and calming redness with panthenol.
- 3recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore14 shared traits·3 recommendations
No-sting formula suits sensitive, rosacea-prone skin without white cast under makeup.
For Dehydration
- Best for Dehydration86nextscore
16 shared traits·20 recommendations
Serum texture sun protection doubles as lightweight AM hydrator for combo, sensitive, or rosacea-prone skin.
“The Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu Cica Water Fit ... are other popular Asian sunscreens”
- 20recs
89nextscore13 shared traits·20 recommendations
Eight types of hydrating molecules make this sunscreen feel watery and keep skin plump all day for oily or 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”
- 14recs
Round Lab
Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen86nextscore14 shared traits·14 recommendations
Birch juice base delivers a glossy, hydrating finish beloved by the dry skin crowd for sunscreen use.
- 13recs
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++86nextscore14 shared traits·13 recommendations
Water-based formula hydrates combination skin without heaviness, allowing skipping moisturizer on warmer days indoors.
- 6recs
Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++91nextscore14 shared traits·6 recommendations
Lightweight matte finish suits combo or dry skin that needs hydration without greasiness.
- 7recs87nextscore
13 shared traits·7 recommendations
Lightweight watery texture makes it so hydrating some users skip moisturizer on top.
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