Best Korean Sunscreens for Perioral Dermatitis

For today’s post, we will be talking about the best Korean sunscreens for perioral dermatitis.

We have provided a list of mineral and chemical sunscreens which you can choose depending on how well you can tolerate it.

This is the best Korean mineral sunscreen that is recommended for perioral dermatitis. It is lightweight, non-greasy, dries quickly, and has a proper finish.

Pros:

• It is a sun milk that is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving a white cast.

• It is non-sticky, sebum-free, and can be used under makeup.

• You can also use this sunscreen during outdoor activities and humid conditions.

• It contains 20 plant ingredients that offer anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and moisturizing properties.

Cons:

• It has fragrance.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER / AQUA / EAU, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, ZINC OXIDE (NANO), ALCOHOL, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NANO), PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, METHICONE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, OCTYLDODECANOL, STEARIC ACID, DIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYRICINOLEATE, PROPANEDIOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, ECHIUM PLANTAGINEUM SEED OIL, CELLULOSE GUM, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ADANSONIA DIGITATA SEED OIL, PHENOXYETHANOL, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, MISTLETOE LEAF EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, CARDIOSPERMUM HALICACABUM FLOWER/LEAF/VINE EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM BENZOATE, OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, CAREX HUMILLIS ROOT EXTRACT, ACEROLA FRUIT EXTRACT, EUTERPE OLERACEA FRUIT EXTRACT, TERMINALIA FERDINANDIANA FRUIT EXTRACT.

This is the best Korean mineral sunscreen and is highly recommended for perioral dermatitis.

Pros:

• It is very lightweight and contains centella asiatica, pycnogenol, and houttuynia cordata extracts that can soothe, protect, and moisturize the skin.

• There is no white cast and is non-sticky and non-greasy.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide, Propanediol Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone,, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Ectoin, Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Caprylyl Methicone, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, 7-Dehydrocholesterol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxycinnamic Acid, Rutin.

This is a Korean mineral sunscreen formulated with 100% zinc oxide and 10 kinds of Hyaluronic Acid to moisturize and protect dry and sensitive skin without irritation.

Pros:

• It is vegan-friendly and has a non-sticky formula that glides easily onto the skin and won’t leave a white cast.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER, ZINC OXIDE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, PROPYLHEPTYL CAPRYLATE, PROPANEDIOL, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, ISODODECANE, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYALURONIC ACID, HYDROLYZED SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, POTASSIUM HYALURONATE, DIMETHYLSILANOL HYALURONATE, HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE DIMETHYLSILANOL, PANTHENOL, ALLANTOIN, TREHALOSE, CERAMIDE NP, HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL) EXTRACT, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER EXTRACT, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, 2,3-BUTANEDIOL, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, LAURYL POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, TOCOPHEROL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT, MELIA AZADIRACHTA FLOWER EXTRACT, COCCINIA INDICA FRUIT EXTRACT, SOLANUM MELONGENA (EGGPLANT) FRUIT EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS FLOWER EXTRACT, CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) ROOT EXTRACT, CORALLINA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT, OCIMUM SANCTUM LEAF EXTRACT, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, MALACHITE EXTRACT.

This is another Korean mineral sunscreen that should be suitable for perioral dermatitis.

Pros:

• It contains ingredients like centella asiatica and aloe leaf extracts to soothe and moisturize the skin.

• It instantly absorbs into the skin without leaving behind a white cast, greasy film, or scent.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Propanediol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Phenyl Trimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methylpropanediol, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Methyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Styren Copolymer, Sucrose Stearate, Tromethamine, Jojoba Seed Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cellulose Gum, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Betaine, Trehalose, Glyceryl Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Squalane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Madecassoside, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Carbomer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, t-Butyl Alcohol, Fragrance.

This is a non-nano mineral sunscreen formulated with non-irritated, soothing ingredients which is suitable for sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It features a powerful moisturizing effect with Aqua Ceramide, leaving your skin hydrated.

• It contains Panthenol, Houttuynia Cordata extract, and Centella Asiatica extract that soothes sensitive skin against external irritation.

• It does not leave any white cast.

• Skin irritation test completed.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Isododecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Methyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Acrylates Copolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Acrylates/ Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Ceramide NP, Squalane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol, Allantoin, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Hexyl Laurate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/ Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Polyglycerin-6, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol.

The Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel is a lightweight moisturizing Korean chemical sunscreen that should be suitable for perioral dermatitis.

It contains Centella Asiatica and 8 types of Hyaluronic Acid that lock in moisture and minimize irritation, redness, and dehydration.

Pros:

• It is free from fragrance and alcohol.

• Doesn’t sting the eyes.

• It absorbs quickly into the skin without a pilling or white cast.

• Great to use under makeup.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Dibutyl Adipate, Niacinamide, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cyclopentasiloxane, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Polysilicone-15, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Olive Fruit Oil, Fig Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceteth-10, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Decyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Astaxanthin, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ascorbyl Propyl Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Propylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin.

The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics (SPF50+ PA++++) is another Korean chemical sunscreen people recommend for perioral dermatitis.

Pros:

• It contains rice and grain-fermented extracts (rich in vitamins B, C, and E, amino acids, and minerals) which helps to calm and moisturize dry/dehydrated sensitive skin.

• It provides a combination of mineral and chemical UV filters

• It absorbs quickly into the skin without stickiness, pilling, or white cast.

• Doesn’t sting the eyes.

• It is fragrance and essential-oil free.

• Great to use under makeup and doesn’t leave a cakey finish.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Rice Extract (30%), Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Methylene Bis-benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Coco-caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Rice Germ Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract, Monascus/Rice Ferment, Pentylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Sugarcane Extract, Kelp Extract, Coconut Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment, Aspergillus Ferment, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate.

This is a chemical sunscreen that feels more like a moisturizer. It is formulated with Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract that soothes, moisturizes, and provides antioxidant properties.

Pros:

• It blocks UV rays. 

• It soothes and moisturizes the skin.

• Has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly into the skin.

• Doesn’t leave a white cast.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, GLYCERIN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONIC ACID, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, ISOAMYL P-METHOXYCINNAMATE, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, ALCOHOL, DIMETHICONE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, C14-22 ALCOHOLS, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, PEG-100 STEARATE, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SILICA, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, C12-20 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, STEARIC ACID, FRAGRANCE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, ALOE ARBORESCENS LEAF EXTRACT, DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE, CARBOMER, XANTHAN GUM, LIMONENE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, DISODIUM EDTA, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LINALOOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, GERANIOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CITRONELLOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRAL.

SCINIC Enjoy Super Mild Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++ is a combination of mineral and chemical sunscreen that sits at the top along with the other sunscreens we talked about.

Pros:

• It is extremely hydrating and moisturizing to the point where you can just skip a moisturizer.

• It contains 5 UV filters (Uvinul A Plus, Tinosorb S, Tinosorb M, Octyl Triazone, and Iscotrizinol).

• Suitable for really dry/dehydrated sensitive skin.

• Does not contain fragrance.

• Doesn’t leave a white cast or a greasy feeling on the skin and absorbs quickly into the skin.

• Suitable for all skin tones.

• Doesn’t sting the eyes.

Cons:

• Contains alcohol.

Purified Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polysilicone-15, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Ethylhexyltriazone, Niacinamide, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Silica, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methyl Glucose Distearate, Sodium Acrylate Crosspolymer- 2, Decyl Glucoside, Acrylate/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Caprylyl Methicone, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Adenosine, Panthenol, Dipropylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum.

This sunscreen provides sun protection along with moisturizing ingredients and a natural tone-up.

Pros:

• It contains sebum powder to control excessive oil and sweat on the skin while creating a cotton-like texture skin.

• It contains tea tree leaf extract, allantoin, ceramide and panthenol to soothe, moisturize, and strengthen the skin barrier.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isododecane, Caprylyl Methicone, Dioctyl 2, 6-Naphthalate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Titanium Dioxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Allantoin, Fragrance.