Dermatologist's Favorite K-Beauty Sunscreens & Moisturizers (Korean Skincare Picks!) | Dr. Sam Ellis

[@wendymac423]

Hello Doctor Ellis! I am a 65 year old woman. I purchased my first K Beauty products last fall and I'm hooked. Why? Luxury, performance and so comfortable on my skin. I love the glow they give me. I've had multiple people stop and ask what I use on my skin! Korean Beauty is light years ahead!

[@Roll587]

US sunscreens have always REALLY irritated my eyes. They sting was so bad sometimes. K-beauty sunscreens have absolutely changed the game! I can apply liberally over my eyelids and it doesn't irritate my eyes at all.

[@mrsannette7]

Exactly what I came sunscreen brand hunting to find! My eyes need some relief from the torture of sunscreens! 😮‍💨

[@Roll587]

@@mrsannette7 BoJ changed the game for me!

[@sethrintatu]

I have had no luck with the K sunscreens - they still sting my eyes and burn my skin. I find them so overhyped and they don't offer as good UVA protection as European sunscreens do, so not worth it to me.

[@Roll587]

@@sethrintatu I'm happy you found something you like. Which sunscreens do you use?

[@beauty_enthusiast]

One of the very important aspects of Korean sunscreens that you don’t mention - most of the sunscreens you mention are *daily* sunscreens, meaning they are meant to be work on your normal days like running errands and going to work. They are NOT meant for days at the beach or playing sports. Those sunscreens can be identified by having “waterproof” or “outdoor” or “leports” (combination of the words leisure and sports) in the name. Even reapplying every two hours isn’t enough if you’re wearing a sunscreen that is meant for daily use if you’re at the beach. I never hear this distinction when folks mention Korean sunscreens and it’s REALLY IMPORTANT.

[@beccatrigger]

i may misunderstand what you are saying, but isn't that with most sunscreens (not only korean sunscreens) anyway? most sunscreens mention if they are waterproof or not and then if it isn't mentioned then you know it isn't?

[@beauty_enthusiast]

@@beccatrigger partially, yes! I think what I’m trying to highlight is that the language is different for K-beauty sunscreens. For example, they might say “outdoors” but not waterproof. I think it’s worth saying that even tho these sunscreens are more sophisticated, they aren’t meant for an entire day outside. IOW, we should all have two types of sunscreens. ☺️

[@pattyiwamoto7163]

I use theses sunscreens in Hawaii, however when I reapply especially at the beach, I use Shiesado balm. It is the best I have found thus far.

[@linahasselgren4726]

I have oily skin and I really like the Skin 1004 Centella one. I’ve repurchased it multiple times. It has the kind of glow that I wish my oily skin would give off, and although it doesn’t have a tint I feel like it evens out my skin tone. This might just be my experience, but it might be worth a try if you have oily skin.

[@DrSamEllis]

So great to hear this perspective!

[@xylophone1212]

I just got the skin 1004 in the mail and omg it’s so good!!

[@wintyforever]

Yes this is hands down the best one.

[@eobrien1]

It’s Japanese but my fav is the Skin Aqua UV Moisture Gel. It’s so wonderful to apply and water-resistant. I get the one in a pump for easy dosage (1 pump = 1g). Dries so quickly & never looks gross if you sweat. In fact, that is my one beef w a lot of the popular Asian sunscreens mentioned on KZbin: people’s favs are rarely water resistant. And as somebody who lives in the southern US-in a humid climate where it’s summer half the year here-a daily water-resistant sunscreen is a non-negotiable for me. I don’t care if I’m not swimming or hiking, etc. It is just too sweaty and humid here (even only running errands) for a sunscreen that’s not water-resistant to work properly imo. But I guess if you don’t live in a steam room climate 24/7, maybe people don’t need them? 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@chariots8x230]

Can you please also do a video on Korean skincare for sensitive & rosacea skin?

[@michellenordstrom2196]

Beauty of Joseon is the best. I bought it on your recommendation last year and I’ve been so impressed by it. It’s lightweight, I don’t feel it on my skin but the sun doesn’t get through it.

[@elizabethmyers1328]

Theo😊 Love that he's in your video and you can see him say "Mama". Anyway, I love the Skin 1004 and have repurchased 3 more tubes. And the BofJ is really really awesome. I've also repurchased it. They both feel so good when you rub it in and never ever burn your eyes. I also have the Purito Barrier Relief Moisturizer and its very nice as well. I've ordered all these from Stylevana and am very happy with that. Thanks for your recs !!

[@vacationeyes6430]

The beauty of joseon sunscreen and Isntree sunscreen are total game changers. Elegant, lightweight, spreadable and easy on eyes.

[@sethrintatu]

Just note that K sunscreens focus a lot on actives in their SPFs, but don't necessarily provide good UVA protection. European sunscreens focus more on that, so I'll pay more for them and put up with a slightly heavier texture to get the UVA protection that I'm after.

[@vacationeyes6430]

@@sethrintatu EU sunscreens are good too. They are just harder to find in the United States.

[@TheDlj1999]

LOVE the Beauty of Joseon sunscreen! Bought it on your recommendation and have been telling everyone how lovely this sunscreen is! It feels great on my skin, not greasy or sticky, not smelly, absorbs easily. Just love it , I use it all the time now that I found something that feels great and works well. Took it to Mexico recently and I did not burn when using this. Thanks for this video!

[@veronikatyburcova2843]

I bought Beauty of Joseon because of your recommendation and I have to say that this sunscreen is absolutely incredible and I love it sooo much!!! Works really well on my oily skin... makes no greasy or sticky layer. Thank you :)

[@ZerrinTemiz]

BOJ Relief sunscreen broke me out SO BADLY! First use - it gave me itchy, stinging, burning feeling along with red bumps all over my face! Yet, I did continue to use it thinking that maybe my skin would get used to it, but big NO! It got worse and worse. I still don't know exactly which ingredient caused that so that I could avoid that ingredient. For reference, I have combo-dry, sensitive, acne and blemish prone skin, I am 24 years old. Dr. Sam I love your videos, could you please tell me what could cause that irritation on me? Thank you!

[@SB_41]

I use the Beauty of Jeseon SPF mentioned in the Winter. It works well under makeup on my mature, very dry skin.

[@estymerhav]

I took the Isa Knox with me to a beach vacation in Greece - perfect!! I'm pale and burn easily and it was a life saver. Also the bottle is flat and so easy to push it in any small bag

[@shinyki]

So many amazing recs! Shoutout to pcalm, which is a super underrated Korean brand. I found out about their cato cream through another one of my favorite youtubers and absolutely fell in love! Their spf is currently on my wishlist

[@Pamela_PNW]

Totally off-topic but your make-up is GORGEOUS in this video..what are you wearing?

[@user-ye1cq6zf1x]

Dr sam I have been using beauty of joseon suncream for long time by your recommendation! it was really impressive experience on me! I'm so supprised when i realized that you are mentioning P.CALM sunsreen since I recently had a chance to try P.CALM sun cream! Comparing to Beauty of joseon, It was entirely similar in texture but price was more reasonable for me. Also, i really loved that it feels like moisturizing skin even it's sunscreen ! Let me keep trying it!

[@marilyncarucci2628]

Yes! Pleaseee do a video on this glowy makeup! 😍

[@dmnicmos3100]

I love the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid gel sunscreen.

[@aliciamelendi]

Omg I saw the title of this video and got so excited! I love K beauty, especially their sunscreens. Started using BOJ ss because of you lol. Can you make a J beauty video too? Started using HadaLabo oil cleanser because of you too.

[@talaaa2897]

Omg im soo happy this’s the exact video im interested in, Purito moisturizers and Korean sunscreen because they’re good and affordable so u can stack up- THANK I always enjoy your videos, perfect mixture of entertainment and passing on knowledge, you’re the best Dr Sam

[@mistlight9966]

I adore skin1004 spf, it is my all time favorite, but BOJ spf irritates my eyeas and is too „oily”, so those slight differences between them make a difference.

[@orchid51551]

Currently using a K beauty essence, COSRX Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Essence. Bought it on a whim, as it’s supposed to be a dupe for SK-II. Have to say this is my first essence, and I’m really enjoying the moisture it provides my skin. Also, recently purchased of Beauty of Joseon eye serum and cleansing balm. The cleansing balm is just like Farmacy’s without the fragrance and price tag. The prices of K beauty are really affordable, as long as you are willing to be patient with their longer international delivery times.

[@cecilieharris]

This is a fantastic set of k-beauty recommendations. I recently got the P.Calm cato cream and have been loving it. it is so effortless and lovely on the skin. I also adore the Numbuzin toner, which, fun fact, is also fantastic to use on the body.

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you! There are a ton of great options to choose from and I’m excited to continue to try new things, but I just come back to these picks over and over 💕

[@Joannabanana1989]

Dr. Sam, have you used the Numbuzin no 3 skin softening serum yet? It is my holy grail serum so you must try it if you haven’t. I put the essence on my list already. I have been unable to use any actives for a week due to an upcoming laser treatment. I have been using the serum morning and night and my skin looks better than it has in years. Cannot believe it since I use tret and azelaic acid as my heavy hitters. I was worried my skin would go to crap in a week without them but have been so surprised at my skin texture, evening skin tone, glow and lack of any new acne at all.

[@Adam-ij1fg]

It's a great serum for all skin types!

[@busterbeach]

I love this serum. My skin looks fabulous

[@lilwoodsprite]

Scinic Super Mild Sun Essence is my jam!

[@TanyaZhidkova]

I only wear mineral SPF and the one by Klavuu is the best for me ❤ I also tried Isntree moisturizer because of your recommendations but it does not suit my skin really well. I think it is also pore-clogging. So I prefer K-brands Klavuu, Dr Jart, and Farmstay on my combination skin.

[@emanuelsarbu7070]

Skin 1004 Centella one doesn't sting my eyes, it's amazing.

[@wintyforever]

Yes! And doesn’t leave a white cast even though it’s a fully mineral sunscreen.

[@emmagal14]

Does it make pores look big.? . My acne prone skin tends to make skin greasy after sunscreen

[@zenabraithwaite1934]

I like the Skin 1004 sunscreen.

[@GPA7]

You are amazing! TY so much for this video & for letting us know about this amazing shop! I ❤ K-Beauty and have found it works better for my skin than any other. Sincerely, Kristie A.

[@carmenmorgan2937]

I really do like the Korean skin care products quite a bit, especially the sunscreens. Be aware though, shipments can take quite some time to get to the states. I placed an order March 12th...today is the 25th and it's still not here.

[@aliciaowens741]

Scinic sun essence sunscreen is incredible!! Must try

[@bobbymommychiyo6302]

Agree I use that 😊

[@Adam-ij1fg]

I can agree with the Isa Knox sunscreen. It's so lovely on the skin and does a lot of heavy lifting.

[@Scarlet-qg1xi]

There is an Isntree with hyaluronic acid and with a SPF 50 PA++++ sunscreen that is very nice.

[@jackieturner4144]

your little one is gorgeous xx

[@zoesun95]

I'm be really interested if these are ACTUALLY SPF 50 PA++++. Had Beauty of Joseon sunscreen, loved it for everyday wear, but when I brought it to my ski trip, my whole face burned. Switched back to La Roche-Posay and it's been fine. There was a scandal with Korean skincare brands faking their sun protection data a while ago, including some well-known brands such as Purito. It'd be great to see if these actually passed some sort of tests.

[@rnguyen2516]

I have heard that that particular one is more of an indoor sunscreen, like if you’re in the office most of the day 🙄. It makes me cautious to use the K sunscreens if I’m going to be outside.

[@anadanaya]

Hi Dr Sam, I am waiting for that toner to arrive with my next order. Nice to know that you aprove it and see results. (I do struggle with sun damage and melasma) Thank you for this video.

[@MsAsb-zx4sr]

Isa knox is superbbbbb. If you’re dark skin, it’s a must

[@kristinewoolverton2707]

Thanks for all these amazing recommendations! Do you use all these on your body, too? Kind of wondering about best sunscreens for use on larger areas of the body and the amount needed. Thanks!

[@Joannabanana1989]

Derma B is a korean sunscreen foe face and body. Comes in a bigger amount (I believe 6 oz) for around $20. Ive been using it every day for a few months now. It is a scented chemical sunscreen and kind of smells like an herb garden. The scent does not dissipate but I dont mind the smell. I have never used it on my face though but it is an excellent body sunscreen. I have not had a single sunburn and I go for a walk every day. It is super spreadable and absorbs quickly on my skin.

[@wintyforever]

Are they all reef safe? I live in Florida and it’s important to me to preserve the coral reef near me.

[@mariaguild2024]

Korea gets freezing cold they have brutal winters, with extremely high winds. Maybe that is why they have such good hydrating products because that climate can damage skin easily

[@ln7997]

No mention about what type of sunscreens they are - mineral or chemical, and the links to where they are sold also do not have any listed ingredients...

[@algernon2005]

Isa Knox UV Sun Pro Sun Fluid SPF 50+ PA++++ IS GREAT, BUT FRAGRANCE IS KILLING ME

[@bluejay9241]

What are you wearing on your lips in this video? Love it😍

[@leeaskew]

My favorite Korean sunscreen is the Kiss Me Mommy UV Aqua Milk SPF50++++, I love it!

[@ambergerhelper7852]

I just put that on. It’s my husband’s favorite!

[@saraleblanc2853]

Any good K-beauty mineral sunscreens? Anything organic irritates my eyes but so many US mineral sunscreens are just not elegant at all.

[@AMYOLSENSCHOO]

Whoa, their Vana Family kits look awesome!

[@honeybaby0910]

Sun screen of P.CALM is really good ❤❤

[@frankie9953]

Just ordered the BEAUTY OF JOSEON sunscreen. Can't wait it try it! Definitely going to look into these other ones

[@ARYANJEE-uu3qe]

How was it?

[@louisah6020]

@@ARYANJEE-uu3qe I actually really like it! Doesn't make me break out or look oily and the price point is 👌 I alternate between this and the EltaMD clear-tinted

[@joannew6697]

That is definitely your color!

[@Ancsa32]

Luv your vlogs

[@d.h.9278]

Greetings! Please advise if there are any tinted K-beauty sunscreens that are moisturizing. Appreciate lovely you and your helpful videos.

[@hellogoodhelen]

Reqesting another k-beauty vid! Can you get into some more categories, please? Makeup, perhaps? Ones that work for you/ are kind to rosacea prone skin.

[@gabrielemcnicholl6174]

There is a new K. Moisterizer, not so known yet. I bought it on Amazon ( Raviel enriched super ceremide cream )It has good reviews but not many people bought it yet. Its a tiny bit fragranced, smells more like a light lemon. Made for sensetive skin. But just be care full it also has Lavender oil in it. You can’t smell it but apperntly its in there. I do use it also on the back of my hands. Once in a while I get an itch , so I am thinking its the Lavender. Its overall a nice cream other wise. I maybe not oredering again though. You have to try it to see if it is for you.

[@amymorgan7994]

I LOVE my Biossance squalene + omega repair cream. Sometimes i just use virgin coconut oil, and my sun bum mineral facial sunscreen stick! ❤ I'm in my 30's and dry skin with hormonal acne for reference

[@looov9733]

7:09 I've been using that toner for long and I've always been thinking that it functions differently to a normal toner! Now that you categorize it as a moisturizer, I totally get what u mean!!!

[@DrSamEllis]

I love it!!

[@michellenordstrom2196]

Maybe I should finish the video before I comment 😂. I also have the Numbizen essence and a cleansing oil you recommended. Nothing you recommend has ever let me down. My 19 year old daughter will look at a K Beauty product I have and simply say “Dr. Sam?”

[@DrSamEllis]

🥰🥰🥰

[@chariots8x230]

What K-Beauty moisturizers would you recommend for sensitive & rosacea skin? Also, which moisturizers should people with sensitive or rosacea skin avoid?

[@shanab.d.6808]

LOVE THIS! Please please do more Kbeauty videos!!!!

[@deborah972]

Love your video so much ,Dr sam ellis 😊 ❤ xx

[@talaaa2897]

Oh and dr Sam, speaking of Purito they released a new suncreen its called daily soft touch sunscreen that went viral and i really really believe you would like it, give us your opinion!

[@DrSamEllis]

Yes love it! It’s included in my recent favorite sunscreens video! Wanted to share some other great ones here!

[@elizabethpingree2312]

@drsamellis Off topic but your make-up look in this video is stunning. Can you advise on the blush, lip, eye shadow? I love the purito barrier moisturizer in the pm and recently switched from tinted elta MD to drmtlgy universal tinted in the am. Not sure which one I like better.

[@user-mo3sn4ce6g]

My problem is always finding a sunscreen that suits my dry, mature skin and that doesn’t make my foundation pill. Advice?

[@balto1217]

Can you do your makeup/colour look please?

[@cynthiapowers8139]

I buy Korean sunscreens and believe that some of their products are better. But I have a theory. Besides being #1 in plastic surgery, they have been serious about sun protection. Are we seeing superior products or just people who have protected their skin from the sun?

[@farahtabibi3515]

Loved the video! Great information!

[@chariots8x230]

Which of these sunscreens would be best for sensitive & rosacea skin? Should any of these sunscreens be avoided by people who have sensitive or rosacea skin?

[@violas.86]

Love your lip color! Thank You Farmer is one of my faves.

[@SweetyPrincessMarghe]

Up until a few years ago I used chemical sunscreens without any problem. Two years ago I used a filter with Uvinul A Plus (diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate) which is contained in many new sunscreen including a lot of korean sunscreen. I had a massive photo allergic reaction and since then all chemical sunscreen I tried, even with filtres I had not problem with before that episode, cause me to have a reaction when I'm exposed to the sun. It's wild. I do have a really rective and allergy prone skin, I have atopy, but for 27 years I had no problem with sunscreens ando then thanks to that filter I react to all of them lol And mineral sunscreen are so expensive in europe. To cut cost I Unfortunately started wearing sunscreen just when the UV index is above 3 and skip it if I'm inside a building with no windows or with decent curtains/blinds. I obv, as always, wear a big hat, seek shade as much as possible and I always use an umbrella in the sun. I can't afford to spend 50/60 euros a month (if I buy just mineral sunscreens and reapply every few hour everyday on face and body I need a pretty big amount) just for sunscreen. And that sucks.

[@user-iz1ns7qn9t]

I love the Pcalm sunscreen

[@dianah.7045]

Please let us know if these are chemical, mineral or hybrids as this info can be hard to dig up. Thank you!

[@tundeforasi1257]

I love Isntree Yam robot cream too.A hug.

[@marybaudoin3711]

Are any of these tinted? Or mineral sunscreens?

[@sandraprabhu]

Hey Doctor...is the Beauty of Joeson sunscreen suitable for oily, acne prone skin in hot and humid weather?

[@lizzglimb3867]

would you consider the Madagascar centella is a moisturizer? Or do you use a moisturizer first?

[@sonjaforrester9255]

I would love to know or how to know which ones are water resistant and for how long.

[@joules9566]

beauty of joseon changed something on the formula. The newer batches have a sent like cherry gum and my rosacea prone skin don't like it. Before the change it was the absolute best SPF I've ever tried! My redness disappeared within a few minutes after application and this was incredible. I was used to wear it even at night when I was going out.. very sad about this 😭

[@ambergerhelper7852]

May I ask where you bought the offending tube from?

[@joules9566]

@@ambergerhelper7852 I checked the batch numbers. So the last two packages one from stylevana and one from yesstyle are the same, booth with this scent and higher batch number as my old ones without the scent. First I though it might be a fake tube or expired ore whatever, but in the UV mirror it's still viable and so still protecting, at least it should be.

[@ambergerhelper7852]

@@joules9566 That’s so weird. I’ve bought so many fake products from Amazon, I’m always weary. I was going to try it- because it’s everyone’s favorite- now I’m worried. Have you seen anyone else talk about it? (Not saying I don’t trust your experience, but wondering if anyone’s got an answer on if they changed the formula. Creators might not want to recommend it if they changed it.)

[@joules9566]

@@ambergerhelper7852 seems like my last answer's not uploaded. anyways, BOJ answered me and - surprise- the formula is NOT changed. That's really confusing cause I've never had a problem with stylevana. Yesstyle tried it for the first time. I'll order from stylevana again and additional from BOJ itself. My I mixed up the packages from yesstyle and stylevana and I got only from yesstyle the fake one. Beside this trouble I'm sooo damn happy BOJ don't change the product 🎉

[@eunicelopez8460]

Are any of these sunscreens mentioned mineral?

[@truthful2293]

BE AWARE. Just ordered products she mentioned from the link She provided and my card got stolen! They are charging purchases from random places. DO NOT BUY from her link. It’s a scam!

[@GlazinCas]

Are these sunscreen good for hyperpigmentation?

[@janep3377]

Are you supposed to apply K-beauty sunscreen before or after your moisturizer?

[@pedrosousa8749]

guys how much time does skin 1004 lasts? I just purchased one!! Can't wait!

[@indrestrazdaite261]

Hey there, thank you for your video! I have a drier skin and I want to try a P.Calm one. But I do wonder, would you use a moisturizer before putting P.Calm Spf or not? thanks!!

[@sballantine8127]

Really enjoyed this video; I want to run out and buy just about everything! What is very confusing, however, is the list is not in the same order the products are mentioned, which means i have to go back and listen to it all over again whilst following along with the list. As you can imagine, this is very irritating. So if you could please list the products in the order they're mentioned, I'm sure I'm not the only person who would greatly appreciate it. Thank you.

[@divyabharadwaj1981]

Lovely video! Is the essence supposed to go before vitamin c? I am guessing no but I am confused. Thanks so much!

[@makylaleammon1965]

What exfoliate would you reccomend for sensitive acne prone skin ???

[@fefofefe123]

Are the sunscreen recommended Mineral or Chemical? Do they clog pors??

[@Q8IBOYS]

Can I use any of the sunscreens mentioned during pregnancy?❤

[@user-oj9rd5lr4l]

This was helpful

[@prakashp2450]

Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen

[@DrSamEllis]

Love this one.

[@tng-mom5295]

Hello Dr. Sam, are the Korean sunscreens reef safe?

[@pattyiwamoto7163]

I know this is a face moisturizer video however, my son gets excess very bad in winter. He is now in the military and really needs skin protection.. anything you recommend or any of these?

[@dididididididididdidi]

Is there concern for benzene contamination in Korean face sunscreens?

[@Lulu-kt6gr]

What I’m wondering is, if I use a Korean product like beauty of Joseon, and then I put octocrylene etc… on top of it in the form of a skin teint, does that render the SPF ineffective?

[@briawilliamsconner]

Do you have a video of ones that are great for darker skin and also babies? Trying to find an antioxidant rich and moisturizing us spf if too expensive for me.

[@natto2581]

Ample N peptide shot 2x fragrance free. This stuff is like a school principal telling my keratino-ex-cyted to calm the heck down. Razor burns, over-exfoliation, casual skin redness. Gone.

[@DrSamEllis]

🤣 I gotta try it!

[@amandac2167]

Have you tried A'pieu pure block daily sunscreen? I'm curious how it compares with the ones you suggested. 😊

[@barbaramercer8631]

What lipstick are you wearing? It’s gorgeous!

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you! It’s the YSL candy glaze lip gloss stick in “Flashing Rosé”

[@OliaKonJo]

PCalm Cato cream is awesome

[@Xshynenstarx]

Is the isa knox waterproof sunscreen alcohol free?