Creams
BEAUTY OF JOSEON Rice Probiotics Sunscreen
Best for: Gentle Hydration and Brightening
Brimming with 30% rice extract and grain-fermented goodness, this SPF 50+ PA++++ sunscreen offers luxurious hydration and nourishment for your skin. Ideal for those looking for a lightweight, semi-matte finish without any white cast, this formula effortlessly blends into the skin. Enriched with niacinamide, it smooths wrinkles and delivers powerful anti-ageing benefits. Antioxidants like Camellia Sinensis Leaf extract and Panax Ginseng Root extract boost skin nutrition and improve blood circulation, leaving your complexion radiant and rejuvenated.
Beauty of Joseon Rice Probiotics Sunscreen; HK$142 at yesstyle.com
SULWHASOO UV Daily Essential Sunscreen
Best for: Brightening and Anti-ageing
Sunscreen, or Potion of Youth? With the power of Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, this sunscreen promises anti-ageing benefits and skin-brightening effects. Promising a luminous glow, the antioxidants in this sunscreen such as Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract have intense anti-inflammatory properties. This SPF 50+ PA++++ cream uses a five-layer protective film to block harmful environmental stressors and UV rays while locking in the skin’s moisture for up to 12 hours. With a mild fragrance, this formula will leave the skin feeling silky and refreshed.
Sulwhasoo UV Daily Essential Sunscreen; HK$590 at hk.sulwhasoo.com
DINSEE Premium Vegan Mild Moist Sunscreen
Best for: Hyperpigmentation and Anti-ageing
Think of it as a facial in a bottle, infused with skin-loving ingredients. This SPF 50+ PA++++ sunscreen contains Niacinamide, a stellar anti-ageing ingredient that smooths wrinkles, fades brown spots, and enhances skin hydration. It doesn’t stop there, as this formula boosts collagen and elastin production with Adenosine, soothes the skin with Lactobacillus ferment, promotes skin renewal with Folic acid, and combats hyperpigmentation and ageing with Thiamine HCl. This sunscreen is truly a no-brainer for those looking to condense their morning skincare routine.
Dinsee Premium Vegan Mild Moist Sunscreen; HK$219 at global.oliveyoung.com
HERA UV Protector Multi-Defense
Best for: Hydration and Anti-Ageing
Perfect for dry skin, this SPF 50+ PA++++ sunscreen uses Adenosine and peptides to promote wound healing, barrier repair, and even wrinkle reduction. Soaking in the strengthening ingredients, Tocopherol and Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, your skin will be provided with long-term moisture and an increased absorption of vitamins E and C. This sunscreen ties together suncare and skincare, promising a youthful and hydrated glow.
Hera UV Protector Multi-Defense; HK$258 at yesstyle.com
ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel
Best for: Hydration
This SPF 50+ PA++++ Sun Gel provides feather-light sun protection with a naturally hydrated finish, making it perfect for dry and sensitive skin. Rich in hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, it not only shields your skin from harmful rays but also delivers anti-ageing magic, smoothing wrinkles and fading brown spots. Enhanced with astaxanthin, Centella Asiatica extract, and fig fruit extract, this formula deeply nourishes and calms your skin, making it an impeccable choice for all your outdoor adventures.
ISNTree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel; HK$193 at yesstyle.com
SKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus
Best For: Hyperpigmentation and Acne Control
Radiating with the power of Centella Asiatica Extract, SKIN1004’s Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus is the perfect lightweight mineral sunscreen for combination and sensitive skin. Packed with Niacinamide, it masterfully reduces redness while delivering superior SPF 50+ PA++++ sun protection. Bursting with antioxidants, this suncream keeps your skin deeply hydrated, boosts collagen production, and soothes inflammation and irritation, leaving your complexion calm and refreshed.
Skin1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus; HK$124 at stylevana.com
Cushion
LANEIGE Neo Cushion Glow
Best for: Light Coverage
Discover light coverage and SPF 42 PA++ sun protection with Laneige’s Neo Cushion Glow. Infused with adenosine, it reduces fine lines and wrinkles while boosting skin elasticity and firmness. Niacinamide works to diminish blemishes and even out skin tone, and lactic acid enhances skin texture by shedding dead cells. Perfect for those wanting to streamline their morning makeup-skincare routine, this cushion is a game-changer. However, some users might find the limited shade range a drawback.
Laneige Neo Cushion Glow; HK$350 at hk.laneige.com
Powder
INNISFREE No-Sebum Sun Cushion Only
Best for: Acne and Inflammation
INNISFREE’s SPF 50+ PA++++ Sun Cushion offers a daily touch-up solution with a refreshing finish. Free from alcohol, essential oils, and fragrances, its formula includes Tocopherol for anti-ageing benefits and enhanced vitamin absorption. Reef-safe and hydrating thanks to Panthenol and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, it leaves a subtle smoothing effect without clogging pores, making it perfect for acne-prone skin.
INNISFREE No-Sebum Sun Cushion Only; HK$94 at stylevana.com
Balm/ Stick
DR. G Green Mild Up Sun Stick
Best for: Hydration and Environmental Protection
G’s Sun Stick delivers SPF50+ PA++++ protection with a mineral sunscreen formula enriched with a complex of seven young leaves and provitamin D, ideal for dry and sensitive skin. With a high concentration of 14% Zinc Oxide, the stick ensures stable broad-spectrum protection without environmental harm. Packed with antioxidants like Centella Asiatica Extract and Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, it shields against UV damage while aiding skin repair and anti-ageing. However, its thick consistency may not suit everyone for daily use under makeup.
DR. G Matte Sun Stick; HK$168 at sasa.com.hk
ROUNDLAB Birch Moisturizing Sun Stick
Best for: Moisturising and Layering
Bursting with hyaluronic acid, the ROUNDLAB Sun Stick ensures deep hydration, leaving your skin smoother and plumper. A convenient stick for reapplication, the sun stick’s SPF 50+ PA++++ shield against harmful rays easily makes it an everyday essential. Not to mention it’s cooling effects that will be especially refreshing during the fierce summer months. Aside from sun protection, the formula provides soothing anti-inflammatory properties using Betula Platyphylla Japonica.
ROUNDLAB Birch Moisturizing Sun Stick; HK$189 at ohmyglow.co
ABIB Quick Sunstick Protection Bar
Best for: Hydration
ABIB’s Sunstick is a dry skin saviour, combining intense hydration with SPF 50+ PA++++ protection in one easy-to-use stick. Formulated with Centella Asiatica Extract, Green Tea Leaf Extract, Cucumber Fruit Extract, and Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, it nourishes while defending your skin from damaging UV rays. The ergonomic contoured design is perfect for precise application around the eye area, and its compact size makes it ideal for on-the-go touch-ups. Achieve a luminous finish with no white cast, ensuring your skin looks radiant and protected all day.
ABIB Quick Sunstick Protection Bar; HK$221 at yesstyle.com
TOBOCO Cotton Soft Sun Stick
Best for: Acne Control and Redness
Radiate confidence with the TOBOCO Sun Stick, designed for an airy, non-greasy finish that’s perfect for combination and acne-prone skin. Infused with the potent Herb AC Complex, it combines the soothing benefits of Melia Azadirachta flower extract and eggplant extract to deliver exceptional anti-inflammatory care while shielding your skin from the sun. Additionally, this sun stick is cruelty-free and vegan, offering a compassionate choice for your skincare routine without sacrificing on performance.
TOBOCO Cotton Soft Sun Stick; HK$180 at pretties.com.hk
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