The 12 Best Korean Sunscreens Of 2023

On its own, it leaves a luminous, dewy finish thanks to hydrating ingredients such as squalene. It also works wonderfully as a primer, so feel free to slather it on right before applying your favorite foundation.

This is another one of Dr. Garshick’s favorites, since it “uses ceramides to support the skin barrier and hyaluronic acid to hydrate and plump.” It gives you all the sun protection you need while also replenishing your skin’s moisture levels.

Chuck make p:rem’s broad-spectrum sunscreen in your tote bag next time you head to the beach. It features a combo of both physical and chemical sun blockers, so it goes on smoothly without leaving a harsh white cast, and wearers love that the formula is easy to spread and quick to absorb. The large five-ounce bottle makes it great to use from head to toe.

This pick relies solely on zinc oxide, a mineral that protects your skin from the sun by blocking UV rays. Zinc is also better for sensitive skin than chemical sun blockers because it’s less prone to irritation. But you might have to spend a few extra seconds rubbing this formula in to avoid a white cast.

This is a miracle worker for sensitive skin. Its star ingredient is tiger grass, an anti-inflammatory medicinal plant used to treat a variety of skin conditions, per an April 2022 study in SkinMed. Its green-to-beige formula guarantees redness color correction, and it’s armed with SPF 35 and broad-spectrum sunblock that’s mineral-based, so it’s safe for sensitive skin.

“This sunscreen offers SPF 50 protection while combining niacinamide, grain-derived probiotics, and rice extract to nourish the skin,” says Dr. Garshick. “It leaves the skin looking glowy and healthy.”

This travel-friendly sunscreen stick is perfect for stashing in your purse and applying throughout the day. The stick formula means it’s spill-proof, and it’s super easy to apply on your face without getting your fingers messy.

We love this formula because it doesn’t feel greasy or sticky after you apply it, but just be aware that unlike cream-based formulas, sunscreen sprays aren’t always recommended by experts because a lot of the spray typically ends up in the air rather than on your skin.

Dry skin will soak up all the hydrating ingredients, such as aloe and avocado, in this formula. Aside from being super moisturizing, this sunscreen protects against both UVA and UVB rays, and it’s chemical-based so it won’t leave a white cast.