Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ — Reddit Reviews
by Canmake
Updated September 23, 2026
Hybrid SPF 50+ that behaves like a makeup primer; glowy but not greasy.
What the community says
A hybrid SPF 50+ with a silky gel-cream texture that dries down fast and sits under makeup like a primer. Best for oily, combination, or rosacea-prone skin chasing a dewy finish. Dry skin may need moisturizer first.
What this means for you
Backed by 28 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/SkincareAddiction and 2 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Silky primer-like texture under makeup
- No white cast; clear version disappears
- Helps tone down redness without burning
Watch out for
- Can look shiny or pearly on oilier skin
- Some people get eye sting or irritation
- Pilling and small size frustrate people
Product details
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 166 mentions across 28 threads
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ on Reddit, in one place — 28 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/SkincareAddiction and 2 more, summarized.
“AM: Canmake mermaid UV gel”
Positive
“Thank you!! I use Canmake mermaid UV gel! It’s amazing”
Positive
“The actual texture is pretty watery.”
Positive
“Canmake only gets away with selling Mermaid Skin because they remove any hint that it's a sunscreen from the packaging and sell it strictly as a primer.”
Mentioned
“At least canmake is doing that. You can buy the mermaid sun primer in the USA.”
Mentioned
“Canmake only gets away with selling Mermaid Skin”
Mentioned
“The SPF I would recommend is Canmake UV mermaid gel in clear”
Positive
“this will not leave a white cast on your skin and it’s generally a very elegant SPF.”
Positive
“it gives really good protection”
Positive
“The SPF I would recommend is Canmake UV mermaid gel in clear”
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“this will not leave a white cast on your skin and it’s generally a very elegant SPF.”
Positive
“It's SPF 50 which means it gives really good protection”
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“Canmake Mermaid gel works well for me.”
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“It's very glowy but I like that personally.”
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“It also doesn't sting my eyes at all.”
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“Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV”
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“My skincare routine goes as such: AM”
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“First of all, this is my first foray into Asian makeup.”
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