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Product summary

We assess that "Beauty of Joseon - Relief Sun Aqua Fresh SPF50 PA ++++" can provide reliable sun protection based on the ingredient list. It can protect from both UVA and UVB rays. This is great news because not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. (UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).

It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product helps prevent early signs of aging.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. The UV filters in this sunscreen are: tinosorb s 0.60% - 0.90%, butyloctyl salicylate 3.10% - 3.80%, uvinul a plus 1.60% - 2.00%, mexoryl xl 2.60% - 3.10%, uvinul t 3.20% - 3.90% and terephthalylidene dicamphor sulfonic acid 2.00% - 2.50%.

Irritation risk

This product contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of it to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

About the brand

According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Beauty of Joseon" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.