MISSHA All Around Safe Block Aqua Sun Gel SPF50/PA+++ (50ml)

The MISSHA All Around Safe Block Aqua Sun Gel SPF50/PA+++ (50ml) is a popular Korean chemical sunscreen.

Here is a summary of its key characteristics and ingredients, noting that product formulas can sometimes change (the search results show there have been reformulations, with the most recent version often labeled SPF50+/PA++++):

Key Features and Characteristics:

• Sun Protection: Provides high, broad-spectrum protection with SPF 50+ (UVB) and PA++++ (UVA).

   

• Texture and Finish: It's known for having a lightweight, gel or watery texture that absorbs quickly. Many users, especially those with normal, combination, or oily skin, appreciate that it leaves a non-greasy or natural/soft matte finish (though the finish has varied slightly with reformulations, some finding the newer version less matte). It generally leaves no white cast.

   

• Hydration: It's formulated with ingredients like glacier water, hyaluronic acid, and botanical extracts (like green tea and cucumber) to provide hydration and a cooling sensation to the skin.

   

• Usage: Suitable for daily use, it is often recommended for normal, combination, or oily skin types due to its light, non-sticky feel. It works well under makeup.

   

• Scent: The product typically contains a floral-ish fragrance, which may be a concern for those sensitive to scents.

   

Common UV Filters (Chemical/Organic Sunscreens):

The current or most recent popular formulations often include a mix of new-generation and older chemical UV filters, such as:

• Homosalate (UVB)

   

• Ethylhexyl Salicylate (UVB)

   

• Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S) (Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB, photostable)

   

• Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) (Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB, hybrid filter)

   

• Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (UVA)

   

Common Formulation Notes:

• It is a chemical/organic sunscreen, meaning it absorbs UV rays and converts them into heat.

   

• The formula often contains Alcohol Denat. (denatured alcohol) high up on the ingredient list, which contributes to its light, fast-drying texture but can be drying or sensitizing for some individuals, particularly those with very dry or sensitive skin.

   

If you are considering purchasing this product, it is always a good idea to check the ingredient list on the specific packaging, as Korean sunscreens can undergo reformulations over time