7 BOJ Sunscreen Facts Everyone Should Know
Myths, tips, and some secrets about our best sellers.
Beauty of Joseon sunscreens have gone viral so many times, any K-beauty lover will recognize them at first sight. As SPF experts, we spend a lot of time studying how sunscreen works and what makes it even better. Today, we thought it was time to share that knowledge with you.
You already know sunscreen is non-negotiable. But our lineup isn’t just about sun protection; we’ve turned sunscreen into something you’ll actually want to wear every day. Combining time-tested Hanbang ingredients with powerful SPF filters creates formulas that fit into your routine perfectly and support your skin goals.
But which sunscreen should you pick for a glass-skin glow or calming touch? And why did we include those Hanbang ingredients? Find your match and learn a few things you probably didn’t know about our viral Korean sunscreens below.
1. Hanbang is our starting point for SPF
SPF isn’t just about preventing sun damage anymore. The right formula should nourish your skin and help you enjoy the process. That’s the real secret behind our iconic sunscreens. As a Hanbang-rooted brand, we’ve always believed that natural ingredients drawn from traditional Korean medicine play a huge role in supporting your overall skin health. That’s why we infused our sunscreens with a touch of Hanbang to suit different skin goals. With ingredients like these, applying your SPF turns into a moment of self care, no matter where you are. Relief Sun and Day Dew both feature rice water for a time-honored glow and Matte Sun Stick is formulated with antioxidant-rich green tea to nourish and soothe.
2. Our sunscreens all give real skincare benefits
Tired of sunscreens that left clogged pores and an uncomfortable feeling behind, we developed ours with ingredients your skin already loves. Along with our base of Hanbang heroes, we added innovative Korean skincare technology to perfectly balance each formula and included effective ingredients like niacinamide, panthenol, and even a Sebum Control Complex in our Matte Sun Stick. This blending of the two ensures skin-loving benefits with every application, so each formula truly feels like it belongs in your skincare lineup.
3. We made Relief Sun to introduce Korean sunscreen to the world
If you scroll through the thousands of TikTok videos under #beautyofjoseon, you’ll see a lot of buzz about Relief Sun. Why? It’s the sunscreen that converts people from SPF skeptics to everyday users. The texture is closer to your favorite everyday moisturizer, rather than the heavy, greasy sunscreen you’re used to using. Plus, there’s zero white cast, no greasy finish and no clogged pores: just a glowy finish everyone raves about. If you’ve ever said “I hate sunscreen,” this is the one that will change your mind. In fact, we launched this best-selling product with the intention of making the whole world fall in love with the possibilities of Korean sunscreen. (Our community agrees we definitely got this one right.)
4. Matte Sun Stick’s Hanbang ingredient is also a foodie favorite
Hanbang ingredients don’t just feature in medicine and skincare; they’re also regularly used in Korean dishes, even today. Our Matte Sun Stick contains both green tea and mugwort, and if you follow any Korean cafes and bakeries, you’ve definitely seen it having its moment. Mixed into green-hued rice cakes, cookies, and lattes, it’s as popular today as it was in the Joseon era. We love it for its natural soothing, cooling properties, so we made it a star ingredient in our travel-friendly sunscreen stick. It’s perfect for reactive or overheated skin and a must in every makeup bag.
5. There’s definitely a Beauty of Joseon sunscreen for your skin type
Not everyone’s skin has the same needs. And even if you know your skin type, your skin’s needs change day to day too, especially when seasons shift. Our wardrobe of sunscreens can give you a dewy touch, a matte finish, or just extra lightweight hydration. Although we wanted all of our formulas to feel lightweight, comfortable, and hydrating, we tweaked each one to give a specific benefit that feels just right for certain skin types. If you have dry to normal skin, Relief Sun and Day Dew pack the moisture you need without getting greasy. For oilier skin types, Matte Sun Stick is the MVP. Mugwort soothes while our oil control complex keeps shine at bay without drying skin out. Want to go extra-light? Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh is for you. Mature or tired skin will drink up our Ginseng Moist Sun Serum. And for your daily sheer base and SPF bundled together, Daily Tinted Fluid Sunscreen is the one.
6. Day Dew is our best sunscreen for makeup
If Relief Sun is the classic, Day Dew is its even lighter and dewier cousin. Packed with rice water, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and panthenol, it feels less like SPF and more like your favorite moisturizer. The best part? The finish. Day Dew leaves skin looking plump and bouncy for that lit-from-within glow. We also tested it with our favorite liquid, cream, and cushion foundations to ensure it doesn’t pill or cause creasing. It’s the perfect base to prep skin so your makeup looks even fresher. And it’s noncomedogenic, which means it won’t clog your pores.
7. We test our SPF year-round
News flash: Colder weather doesn’t mean zero sun. The UV rays that cause skin damage and premature aging don’t take time off just because you’re bundling up. In fact, UVA rays (the ones that cause long-term damage) are equally strong year-round and can even bounce off snow. That’s why our sunscreen lineup is developed for year-round use. Relief Sun melts into skin for a barely-there feel, Matte Sun Stick makes touch ups easy, and Day Dew gives you a radiant finish. All of them seamlessly fit into your regular skincare routine, whether it’s the hottest summer day or you’re going on a wintry walk.
All that’s left to decide is…which one will you reach for today?
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