For today’s post, we will be talking about the best Korean sunscreens for sensitive skin including dry/dehydrated skin types.

The sunscreens we have listed below are mostly chemical but they are safe and a good option to try out if you have sensitive skin.

We also have 1 mineral sunscreen on the list and you can find more at the bottom of the post.

This is a moisturizing Korean sunscreen that can be used for all skin types including ultra-sensitive skin. It is a highly recommended sunscreen and has a lot of positive reviews.

Pros:

• It is a lightweight cream that blends nicely into the skin.

• It does not leave a white cast and can be used under makeup.

• It moisturizes the skin and prevents loss of hydration.

• It contains Birch Tree Sap which nourishes the skin by decreasing inflammation.

• It also contains extensive minerals, enzymes, proteins, and antioxidants.

Cons:

• Birch juice might be sensitive for some people.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice (1,425 ppm), Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Glyceryl Glucoside, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, Pentylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, t-Butyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Carbomer

The Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel is a lightweight moisturizing Korean sunscreen that should be suitable for sensitive skin types.

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.

This is a non-nano chemical Korean sunscreen that blocks UV rays, while simultaneously hydrating the skin.

Pros:

• It contains 3 types of hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, niacinamide, and centella asiatica extract. All of these ingredients will be very helpful for dry/dehydrated sensitive skin.

• It has a slightly dewy finish that feels just moisturizing with no stickiness at all.

• Has no white cast and layers wonderfully under makeup.

• It is a light lotion that sets quickly and doesn’t pill.

• It does not contain fragrance.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Niacinamide, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract(9800ppm), Betula Platyphylla Japonica Bark Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Wheat Sprout Extract, Alfalfa Extract, Brassica Broccoli Sprout Extract, Eruca Sativa Leaf Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate(10ppm), Behenyl Alcohol, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, T-Butyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid(1ppm), Inositol, Hyaluronic Acid(0.01ppm), Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin.

This is a water-based Korean sunscreen that contains ingredients that moisturize, soothe, and protect sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It contains no thick, greasy, pore-clogging ingredients.

• It has a gel texture that leaves the skin without any white cast and stickiness.

• It contains niacinamide to brighten the overall skin tone; sea buckthorn oil that helps to supply the skin with moisture.

• It also has tocopherol, an antioxidant to fight against free radicals found in the skin; panthenol, beta-glucan, and allantoin to soothe and relieve skin irritations.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Silica, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Panthenol, Beta-Glucan, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Matricaria Flower Oil, Sea Buckthorn Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Orange Oil.

This is a Korean sunscreen that doubles up as a moisturizer. It provides protection against harmful UV rays, and blue light.

It has a unique Sliding Texture Technique that gives a refreshing sensation by increasing moisture and flexibility, due to the optimal combination of moisturizer and oil by reducing friction on the skin.

Pros:

• It has no white cast and is non-sticky.

• It contains Phyto-Oligo Oil that helps to soothe inflamed skin.

• It has Bamboo Water, a powerful antioxidant fights skin-damaging free radicals.

• It also contains Vitamin A & E to strengthen the skin barrier.

• It is suitable for dry/normal skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Octocrylene, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Mistletoe Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Water, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Soybean Lipids, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Sunflower Seed Oil, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Aluminum Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Xanthan Gum, Alumina, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol.

The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics (SPF50+ PA++++) is another Korean sunscreen people recommend for sensitive skin. It is also suitable for dry or dehydrated skin.

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 the best Korean mineral sunscreen that is recommended for sensitive skin. 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 a lightweight moisturizing lotion that should be suitable for sensitive skin types.

Pros:

• It provides sun protection, moisturization, and cooling to the skin.

Cons:

• Might leave a white cast.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Xanthan Gum, Butyl Alcohol.

This is a new sunscreen from Purito and not like the before ones. It is made for dry skin and should also be suitable for sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It has a moisturizing formula that quickly melts onto the skin, allowing for easy and even coverage.

• It leaves no white cast and has been designed specifically for easy reapplication and effective performance when worn with or without makeup.

• It is free from paraben, fragrance, essential oils, oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone, homosalate, octocrylene, Phenoxyethanol, tar color, artificial dye, imidazolidinyl urea, mineral oil, triclosan, and triethanolamine.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Titanium Dioxide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Poly (C6-14 Olefin), 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Stearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Behenyl Alcohol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Trideceth-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid.

This is a 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.

• Mineral sunscreens:
  • Anua 5-Zero Mild Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++
  • Axis-Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen
  • Be Plain Clean Ocean Non-Nano Mild Suncream SPF 50+/PA++++
  • Benton Skin Fit Mineral Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++
  • Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun+ SPF50+ PA++++
  • Dr.Different – Double Defense Sun Block
  • ETUDE – Soon Jung Directors Mineral Filter Sun Cream
  • Goodal HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA CALMING Sunscreen Cream
  • Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Suncream SPF 50/PA++++
  • Klairs – Mid Day Blue UV Shield
  • Make p: rem – UV Defense Me. Calming Tone-Up Sun Cream
  • Real Barrier – Mild Sun Cream
  • ROUND LAB – 365 Derma Relief Sun Cream
  • SOME BY MI Truecica Mineral Calming Tone-Up Suncream SPF50+, PA++++
  • Suntique I’m Pure Cica Suncream SPF 50+/PA++++

• Chemical sunscreens:
  • Blithe Honest Sunscreen
  • Derma-B Everyday Sun Block SPF50+ PA++++
  • EUNYUL – Cloud Mint Drop Sun Fluid
  • Missha All Around Safe Block Velvet Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA++++
  • Make P: rem’s UV Defense Me Daily Sun Fluid SPF50+ PA++++

For chemical sunscreens, we would recommend Round Lab, Isntree, Beauty of Joseon, PURITO, and Cosrx.

For mineral sunscreens, we would recommend Etude House as it is the best one out there.