
You know you need sunscreen. But most sunscreens feel heavy. Some leave a white cast. Others make your face oily by noon. So you skip it. Then tan, dark spots and dull skin slowly build up.
This is why so many people in Nepal now ask about one product: the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+ PA++++. It is one of the most loved Korean sunscreens. But is it right for your skin?
In this review, we answer the questions our buyers ask us every day. Is it good for oily skin? Will it dry out dry skin? Is it safe for sensitive skin, and in pregnancy? We also show you how to use it the right way. That way, you get full care from the sun.
Best for: normal, dry, mixed and sensitive skin.
Oily skin: it works for most people. But it gives a soft glow, not a matte look. Very oily skin may like a lighter gel more (see below).
Sun care: SPF 50+ and PA++++. PA++++ is the top UVA rating.
Feel: light and creamy. No white cast.
Smell: no added scent.
Size: 50 ml.
Want to try it? You can buy the real Beauty of Joseon sunscreen here:
It is a Korean face sunscreen. It feels like a light cream. It guards your skin from the sun and cares for it at the same time. This is why people use it every day, not just on trips.
Ingredient | What it does for you |
|---|---|
Rice extract (about 30%) | Keeps skin soft. Locks in water. Helps skin look bright. |
Rice probiotics (rice ferments) | Calm the skin. Help keep the skin wall strong. |
Niacinamide | Helps even out skin tone. Calms red skin. |
New sun filters (Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150, Tinosorb M, Tinosorb S) | Block both UVA rays (tan, age) and UVB rays (burn). They stay strong in hard sun. |
Vitamin E, green tea and ginseng | Help fight harm from sun and dust. |
What it does not have: no added scent. No zinc oxide, which is what gives a white cast.
What SPF 50+ PA++++ means: SPF 50+ blocks about 98% of the rays that burn. PA++++ is the top rating for UVA. These are the rays that cause tan, dark spots and lines. In Nepal, the sun is strong. Many towns are also high up, where the sun is even stronger. So this level of care really matters.
Yes, for most oily skin. It is light and sinks in fast. It does not feel thick or sticky like many sunscreens. Many people with oily and mixed skin use it each day with no breakouts.
But know your skin. This sunscreen leaves a soft, dewy glow. It is not matte. If your face gets very shiny by noon, you may see the glow more.
Use a light gel cream under it. Or skip cream in summer. The sunscreen gives enough water to your skin.
Use the right amount, not more. Too much is what makes skin greasy.
Wait 2 to 3 minutes before makeup. Let it set first.
Blot, don't wipe, at noon. Use blotting paper. Then put on more sunscreen.
Try a lighter one if you are very oily. The Beauty of Joseon Aqua-Fresh is a watery gel made for oily skin. You can also look at the Round Lab Birch Juice sunscreen. Many oily skin users like it.
Yes. Dry skin is where this sunscreen does best. The rice and probiotics add water to the skin. So your face does not feel tight. It also sits well on dry patches. It does not flake.
In Nepal's dry winter, it can feel like a cream and sunscreen in one. Is your skin very dry? Then put a cream on first. Try a cream like Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream or Purito Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream. Let the cream sink in for a minute. Then put on the sunscreen.
For most people, yes. It has no added scent. Scent is a common cause of sting and redness. The probiotics and niacinamide also help calm the skin.
Still, it is a chemical sunscreen. A few very touchy skins can react to it. Is your skin very sensitive? Or do you have a skin problem? Then do a patch test first:
Put a small amount behind your ear or on your jaw.
Leave it on for 24 hours.
No redness, itch or burn? Then it is likely safe for your whole face.
For very sensitive skin, you can also try the SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica sunscreen. It is made to calm red skin.
Yes. Sunscreen is not just for women. Men's skin also tans, burns and ages in the sun. Many men skip sunscreen. They say it feels oily or looks white. This one does neither. It goes on clear. It has no strong smell. It feels light under a helmet or cap.
Tip for men: put it on after you shave. Wait for your aftershave or cream to dry first. Don't forget your ears and the back of your neck.
This sunscreen does not have oxybenzone. This is the sun filter most people worry about in pregnancy. Its filters are new ones. They are used a lot in Europe and Asia.
But it is still a chemical sunscreen. Many doctors suggest a mineral (zinc oxide) sunscreen in pregnancy, just to be safe. Each pregnancy is different. So please ask your doctor before you use any new skincare while pregnant or breastfeeding. Show them the list on the box.
Skin type | Good fit? | Our advice |
|---|---|---|
Dry | Yes, very good | Use it every day. Add a cream under it in winter. |
Normal | Yes, very good | Use it as your daily sunscreen. |
Mixed | Yes | Use a light gel cream. Or skip cream on oily parts. |
Sensitive | Yes, for most | No added scent. Do a patch test first. |
Oily | Mostly yes | It has a dewy glow. Very oily skin may like the Aqua-Fresh gel more. |
Acne-prone | Most of the time | It is light. Wash your face well at night. |
Most people use too little sunscreen. Then they get only half the care on the label. Follow these steps:
Wash your face in the morning.
Put on toner, serum and cream if you use them. Wait one minute for them to sink in.
Use the two-finger rule. Squeeze sunscreen along your first two fingers. That is the right amount for your face and neck.
Dot it on your forehead, cheeks, nose, chin and neck. Then spread it gently.
Put it on 15 minutes before you go out.
Put on more every 2 to 3 hours. Do this if you are outside, if you sweat or after you wash your face.
Use it every day. Use it on cloudy days too, and indoors near windows. UVA rays pass through clouds and glass.
Take it off at night. Use a face wash. If you wear makeup, wash twice.
Sunscreen is always the last step of your morning skincare. It goes on before makeup.
Problem | Why it happens | Fix |
|---|---|---|
Pilling (small balls form) | Layers put on too fast or too thick | Wait 1 minute between layers. Use less cream. |
Oily by noon | Too much sunscreen, or very oily skin | Use only the two-finger amount. Blot, then put on more. Try Aqua-Fresh. |
Eyes sting | Sweat moves it into your eyes | Leave a small gap around the eyes. Use a sun stick there. |
Still getting a tan | Too little sunscreen, or not adding more | Use the full amount. Add more every 2 to 3 hours outside. |
Breakouts | Not taking it all off at night | Wash your face well at night. Wash twice after long days. |
Sunscreen does not change your skin in one night. It guards your skin. You see the results over weeks, because it stops new harm.
Day 1: Skin feels soft and fresh. It has a soft glow and no white cast.
After 2 to 4 weeks of daily use: You tan less. Skin tone may look more even.
After 2 to 3 months: Dark spots and acne marks fade faster. This is even better when you also use a serum like Skin Deva Vitamin C or Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4%.
Without sunscreen, even the best serum can't do its full job. The sun just keeps making new dark spots.
Beauty of Joseon makes more than one sunscreen. Here is a simple way to choose. We also added two well-liked options.
Sunscreen | Feel and finish | Best for |
|---|---|---|
Light cream, dewy glow | Dry, normal, sensitive and most mixed skin | |
Watery gel, lighter | Oily and mixed skin, hot and humid days | |
Light and fresh | Dry-feeling and sensitive skin | |
SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica sunscreen | Watery serum, very light | Oily, red or upset skin |
Our simple rule: Is your skin dry or normal? Pick the first Relief Sun. Is it very oily? Pick a gel type.
Beauty of Joseon is so popular that fake products are common. A fake sunscreen is worse than none. It may not guard your skin at all. So buy only from a store you trust.
At Color Cosmetics Nepal, we sell the real Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF 50+. See the latest price and order at Color Cosmetics Nepal. Or send us a WhatsApp message. We will help you pick the right sunscreen for your skin. Free delivery on orders over NPR 3,000.
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun is one of the easiest sunscreens to wear each day. It is light and clear, and it cares for your skin. It is best for dry, normal and sensitive skin. It also works for most oily skin. Use the right amount. Put on more when you are outside. Your skin will thank you in a few months.
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No. It uses new chemical filters, not zinc. It goes on clear on all skin tones.
Yes. Wait 2 to 3 minutes after you put it on. Then add your foundation or BB cream. Its glow can make your makeup look fresh.
It is not sold as waterproof. Put on more after you swim, sweat a lot or wipe your face.
Yes. It is made for daily use, all year round.
You can. But a 50 ml tube is the right size for the face and neck. For your whole body, you will need a lot.
Use the two-finger amount once a day. Then a 50 ml tube lasts about 4 to 6 weeks. Does it last much longer? Then you may be using too little.
Yes. Check the date on the box. Also check the small open-jar sign. It tells you how many months it stays good after you open it.
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