Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel SPF50+ PA++++ — Reddit Reviews
by Anessa
Updated September 12, 2026
SPF50+ gel with strong waterproof protection and a true matte finish; some stickiness.
What the community says
This gel sunscreen has an SPF 50+ and is very waterproof, praised for strong sun protection in humid climates. It suits oily and sensitive skin needing a matte finish but may feel slightly sticky and less moisturizing in dry seasons. Avoid the tinted version for white cast issues; patch test recommended.
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Real Reddit threads — 12 mentions across 11 threads
Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel SPF50+ PA++++ on Reddit, in one place — 11 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/acne and 2 more, summarized.
“Just a heads up, your pictures for the Anessa sunscreen are the pre 2020 formulations.”
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“the Anessa sunscreen”
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“I use the Shiseido Anessa sunscreen.”
Positive
“Sun block, sun block, sun block. I cannot stress this enough!”
Positive
“Even when it’s gloomy out or when I stayed at home all day, I put on sunblock.”
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“Do NOT use the Anessa tone up though.”
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“That was a big, chalky, pastey mistake”
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“I was in dire need of spf and it looked interesting in the store.”
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“Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel – 9.7/10”
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“I used it all over my body during outdoor activities and didn’t tan or burn at all.”
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“The protection is legit.”
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“Just came back from Universal Studio Japan with Anessa Moisture Gel (the newest one”
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“Didn't get burned or tan, but to be fair it's not that sunny yet.”
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“I am back at SEAsia and it's not sticky too. It's amazing.”
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“spf: anessa uv gel. it’s really waterproof and the protection is 1000/10.”
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“it’s really waterproof and the protection is 1000/10.”
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“spf: anessa uv gel”
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Other variants in this line
Same formula family — here’s what changes between them.
- Skincare GelYou’re here
Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Gel SPF50+ PA++++
12 mentions
Skincare Milk NPerfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk N SPF50+ PA++++
Better for Sun Protection
186 mentions
6 of 6 traits shared
Mild MilkPerfect UV Sunscreen Mild Milk SPF50+ PA++++
49 mentions
6 of 6 traits shared
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