The Viral Korean Face SPF That Doubles Up As A Moisturiser
One of Korea’s most cherished skincare gems – the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun sunscreen with SPF 50 – is a must-try for summer. Already a cult favourite in its home country, it’s gone viral on social media thanks to its myriad benefits for the skin.
Korean beauty has long been a source of inspiration worldwide, offering cutting-edge formulas and a holistic approach to skincare. Among the most celebrated are K-beauty sunscreens, which are universally lauded for their advanced formulations that deliver high protection while feeling weightless and luxurious on the skin.
Korean sunscreens are designed to fit seamlessly into daily routines, providing lasting coverage without the heaviness, greasiness or white cast of some other formulas. Ideal under make-up, they offer a smooth, natural finish — perfect for city living and year-round sun protection.
It is beloved for its exceptional formula that combines high-performance ingredients with a luxurious skincare experience. Unlike many traditional sunscreens, it’s non-sticky, non-comedogenic, and doesn’t pill when make-up is applied on top, which means you achieve a flawless make-up finish every time. It’s also deeply moisturising, leaving the skin with a healthy, glowing look and it works on all skin types, including sensitive.
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What are the key ingredients in Beauty of Joseon’s SPF?
Beauty Of Joseon
Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
- Why it’s Vogue-approved: This SPF recently went viral for a reason. Offering high UV protection, anyone who’s tried it will know that it feels like a lightweight moisturiser that couldn’t be more comfortable to wear. Perfect for even the most sensitive skin, it’s a great example of excellent K-beauty formulating.
- Editor’s experience: “The viral TikTok product that earned Beauty of Joseon its cult status, the Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ is a lightweight daily skin protection cream with an advanced formula that makes it one of the most easily applied SPFs I’ve ever used. It doesn’t feel sticky or heavy and can be layered under make-up with no pilling. Rice extract, vitamins B, C and E and amino acids and minerals are the main ingredients that combine to create nourishing, glow-giving (but non-greasy) sun care that is easily absorbed.” – Ellie Davis, senior beauty shopping writer
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ is formulated with 30 per cent fermented rice extract and vitamins B, C and E, as well as amino acids and minerals. It also contains niacinamide, a probiotic complex, green tea and Panax ginseng root extract — all of which work together to hydrate the skin, soothe irritation and strengthen the skin barrier. At the same time, it provides broad-spectrum protection against the harmful effects of UV rays.
What do the reviews say?
When we asked around the office, anyone who had tried this viral formula said it was featherlight and non-greasy, but still gave the skin a nice glow. Easy to absorb, it works on lots of different skin types, plus it’s also great for those with deeper skin tones. Overall, there were no bad words to say.
To make daily sunscreen application easier — especially during the summer — you can simply swap your regular moisturiser for a hydrating sunscreen like Beauty of Joseon’s. Thanks to its moisture-rich formula, it can easily take the place of your day cream, helping you avoid layering too many products, which can feel heavy in hot, humid weather. This simple trick is particularly helpful for those with oily or combination skin, offering effective protection without overloading the skin.
Beauty Of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice+Probiotics SPF50+
An airy emulsion of rice water and calming extracts that you can apply over the eyes, with zero stinging or white cast. Light and hydrating, it absorbs quickly and dries down to a glowy satin finish, so is also essential for anyone on the quest to achieve glass skin.