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Beauty of Joseon
Matte Sun Stick : Mugwort+Camelia (SPF 50+ PA++++)
A sunscreen built around Chemical sunscreen, for barrier repair and smoothing.
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From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dry skin
- Oily skin
- Combination skin
- Normal skin
- Sensitive skin
- Oiliness & shine
How to use
Apply a generous amount of sunscreen product on the face at the end of your facial skincare routine, at least 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply frequently to maintain protection, especially after perspiring or swimming.
Caution
Under 6 months: The use of any sunscreen (both mineral and chemical) is not recommended. 6 months to 6 years: For children in this age group, gentle mineral (physical) sunscreens are recommended.
What's inside
Ingredients List
14 trigger at least one check · 34 trigger none
- Esters listed as pore-clogging in animal testing only
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Polysilicone-15
Sunscreen3
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Benefits
Hydrating8
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Propanediol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Barrier Repair16
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract, Microcrystalline Wax, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Panthenol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Synthetic Wax
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol
Smoothing10
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Oil Control2
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Pore Refining2
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Sun Protection5
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Polysilicone-15
Anti-Pollution3
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract
Concerns
May Trigger Acne3
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis9
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Butyloctyl Salicylate, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin4
May increase shine or excess oil.
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Ingredients Explained
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Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Film Forming
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,2-ethanediyl ester, polymer with methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
Learn more about Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer →Synthetic Wax
Abrasive, Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Fragrance, Viscosity Controlling
Synthetic Wax is a hydrocarbon wax derived generally through Fischer-Tropsch or ethylene polymerization processes.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax →Dibutyl Adipate
Film Forming, Plasticiser, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Solvent
Dibutyl adipate
Learn more about Dibutyl Adipate →Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/Caprate →Isopropyl Palmitate
Binding, Fragrance, Perfuming, Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Isopropyl Palmitate →Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Caprylyl Methicone →Caprylyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Trimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Caprylyl Trimethicone →Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Perfuming, Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Palmitate →Silica
Abrasive, Absorbent, Anticaking, Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Silicon dioxide
Learn more about Silica →Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Viscosity Controlling
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer is a silicone.
Learn more about Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer →
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