VERIFIED + CERTIFIED Korean Sunscreens! | CosRX, Round Lab, Isntree, Neogen, Benton

Hola hola everyone! Hope you're as excited for this video as I was making it! I want to point out that SPF testing, as I've mentioned MANY times before, is still a very complicated, heuristic science, so do note that. Having these results is helpful and will hopefully ease some worry around sunscreen use. The key is to always wear ENOUGH, and understand that sunscreen is only a small portion of an overall sun protection wardrobe! Are any of these your favs? Anything you're shocked to see on the list? Let me know! xoxo, Ramon

[@shantayfoster5566]

I've been using Missha Sun Milk but they're reformulating so this video is perfect for finding a replacement. Thank you! I hope to see the reformulated Missha sunscreens on your channel eventually

Same tbh! I loved their formulas and I’m excited to see the revamped versions

[@angelmadsen]

Which sunscreen should I choose When pregnant??? Normally I have oily skin, now a little dry/dehydrated 🥺

[@foreverhungry9]

Is there a way to tell the difference between 2020 and 2021 packaging of Round Lab Birch Juice ? Really tempted to buy, but don't want to purchase the older formulation (based in the uk)

The old version was discontinued and pulled from shelves!

[@taesbandanashitdown6038]

I’m just here to confirm that the Cosrx is actually melanin friendly and I have been using it since 2016

[@lsy_vintxqe_7284]

I love ur username 🤣

[@lilya.k5615]

@@lsy_vintxqe_7284 😂😂😂😂

[@iamscoliosisgirl]

what does melanin friendly mean?

[@krystxpia_]

@@iamscoliosisgirl it means dark skin friendly

[@SusanSlattery]

Love you, Ramon. You are the real deal man. You will shortly have millions of subscribers. A+ content.

Maybe one day! For now I’m happy to have my little circle of skincare babes on the internet ❤️ I appreciate you!

[@thegreatgoddess9149]

Definitely!

[@curly0238]

So happy to see the COSRX and Isntree sunscreens on here, definitely my favourites! Especially Isntree due to Reddit speculating it was a lower spf thinking it was too good to be true which made me nervous. Glad I don’t have to switch sunscreen, wouldn’t wanna miss out on that glow.

[@nishtasnim]

Me too!

[@fabianbertel9424]

Which one is better for oily skin? I jate that shinny look. COSRX or ISNTREE please?

[@shivika1000]

Honestly, I get more excited about good moisturizers and good sunscreens than actives. I have no idea why but I love this! So glad people are talking about the verified sunscreens as well because korean sunscreens got a bad rep for no reason after all the "exposes" at the start of the year.

[@gummy5862]

That’s because a good moisturizer and good sun protection are the foundation of skin health in order to allow actives to be as beneficial as possible. If your skin is dry and burnt, an acid or retinol or vitamin serum will not help you.

[@cv7958]

The “why” is because sunscreen is the most important step in your skincare routine. It’s doing the heavy lifting and making the most difference in your skin.

[@kissmyvaz7922]

This is God’s work, thank you. Totally influenced and will be trying Round Lab and Isntree and maybe I can finally let the bittersweet memory of Purito/Keep Cool go.

Im holding out hope Purito and Keep Cool will redeem themselves very soon!

[@monicat7388]

That Cosrx sunscreen is my absolute favorite! It was the gamechanger that made me enjoy putting on sunscreen.

[@mariannewm26]

I'm still waiting for Purito's reformulated sunscreen!

[@maenad1231]

Same girl, same.

[@gummy5862]

They’re double cancelled if they mess up the reformulation. 😬 Tbh it’s not entirely fair that this one brand in particular took so much heat when a lot of various sunscreens have been proven to not be as effective as stated in the past, but that’s the way the cookie crumbles.

[@yassinefares5373]

@@gummy5862 it s normal because it was the most purchased and known Korean sunscreen at that time

[@madeline9668]

I check daily for updates. #cantwaitnomore

[@PassionPno]

@@yassinefares5373 Except that most Koreans had never even heard of Purito until the scandal.

[@Imawatches]

Im so glad the cosrx one passed ive been using it for years in a region where the uv index is super high, i even started using other sunscreens but im glad i went back to it!!! I missed it ahaha the only one that doesnt mess up my combo skin!

[@samuelerazo8860]

is it waterproof?

[@johanna9879]

Just recently became OBSESSED with your channel and I can’t stop watchingggggggg! Always so refreshing to see men in the skincare world💕💕💕

[@lagrace625]

When I first used cosrx sunscreen I was so disappointed with how strong the fragrance was but like you said it completely dissipates and now I love it I'm so glad I didnt just throw it out at the first try 🤭

[@nataliemifflin1179]

Cosrx aloe soothing spf is my HOLY GRAIL. It makes no sense because I have really sensitive skin but this is the only sunscreen that doesn’t irritate my skin, even when my moisture barrier was damaged this was the only spf that didn’t dry me out and flair up my rosacea. Also would love to see a review of more of the Suntique sunscreens!

[@KiraUtley]

are you usually sensitive to fragrance and essential oils? Just wondering because I want to try the sunscreen but I usually dont use any fragrance or essential oils on my face since my skin is very sensitive too

[@nataliemifflin8039]

@@KiraUtley Ya hard to say because my skin is really weird and I generally try to also stay away from fragrance and essential oils because some of it definitely causes my redness and rosacea to flair up. My biggest issue tho with SPF is that usually it dehydrates and dries out my skin so that is really what increases my senstivity and in turn irritation, but the Cosrx does not do that unless I've applied it like a 4th time that day. It generally is on sale quite often so I would definitely try it out/recommend it and worst case scenario use it on your body.

[@oceana311]

Yay! This is just the video i’ve been looking for, as another brown skinned poc I love your content!

[@Nganthebread]

I just want to say how AMAZING and committed you are to providing accurate and informed content. The amount of information and work that went into this video demonstrates what kind of ethical content creator you are. You're amazing!!

[@christapenman4240]

I LOVE the Benton sun stick. I always wondered if it actually was a spf 50. It’s so soft and silky it’s a pleasure to apply enough.

[@Autumn567]

Does it dry out your skin? I have dry skin so I’m a little worried 🙏

[@colinf2316]

I tried TIAMs B5 toner off Kelly Driscols recommendation and fell in love with the brand. Def going to pick up the SPF now. I love the insntree one but towards the afternoon it makes my eyes start to water a lot.

[@hectortoscano1527]

Same here with the Isntree! My skin usually agrees a lot with their products, but I can't stand how my eyes start to cry every now and then through the day with that sunscreen haha A shame since I think it looks good on my oily skin: not heavy, the finish is glowy without looking greasy, spreads so easily... :(

[@nicolepatterson364]

Same! Their snail and azulene sleeping mask is another holy grail of mine

[@dannamadura3751]

TIAM also makes a niacinamide+arbutin serum that is way better than TO. And their Vitamin C serums are bomb

[@naturalbeauty_maria]

I will be repurchasing the Cosrx and Isntree sunscreens for as long as I live. Loved the Isntree one for about a year now, and I just started using the Cosrx one and love it! Glad to see so many others certified, I'll need to look into them. Thank you for making this video!

[@fabianbertel9424]

I don’t like shinny finishes cuz my skin is extremely oily. Which one of these two would you recommend me please?

[@vonjayme6367]

I am also using the COSRX aloe soothing cream! Love it! Great to know it is certified as advertised. Yes!

[@wanrusilawatiwanrahin3994]

I tried the Cosrx one. But it makes my eyes watery like crazy 😭😭. I like that you included the information of the spf test for each sunscreen. Thumbs-up 👍👍👍👍!

[@JizzyJeg28]

Been an OG fan of COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream for over 2 years. Thanks to James Welsh

The best!

[@MarcIsOnTop]

I always use mineral sunscreens because I am allergic to something in chemical sunscreens. But mineral sunscreens dry my skin out, and I’m getting desperate and I’ve tried so many chemical sunscreens and I always get a bad reaction. But for the first time ever, the isntree sunscreen did not give me a reaction! And the best thing is it doesn’t have a white cast unlike most mineral sunscreens

[@adritachowdhury4777]

please do this with Japanese sunscreens too. Love your vids

[@tintintintoretto]

Second this! I've been using ALLIE and I looooove it.

[@puccapopular10]

Hyggee also had some sunscreens recalled as they used one the manufacturers under hot water for low spf value. They released 2 news one with their test results listed on yesstyle. The Vegan Sun Cream uses the same filters and the beet root extract found in Kraves Beet Shield/Beet the Sun.

[@theburit0]

Watching Ramon rub sunscreen directly on his eyelids makes my eyes water

[@Tanovah]

The Isn’tree is my favorite! I knew you have good taste lol but man it gives me burny eyes like no other!

[@nancykerrigan]

Just to clarify; your saying the isntree is your favorite but it burns your eyes?

[@snikrdoodls14]

@@nancykerrigan They most likely mean that when it accidentally gets into their eyes on application or sweating; it burns like having shampoo in your eyes.

[@hectortoscano1527]

@@nancykerrigan I think he means that, I also like it a lot but it definitively makes my eyes cry, so I don't use it as often as I would... It's kinda sad since that sunscreen is not heavy, the finish is glowy without looking greasy, spreads so easily... :(

[@mkryu]

Ya, it stings my eyes too and it makes my face look super shiny. I end up layering a mineral sunscreen on top to help matte out my skin.

[@Tanovah]

@@nancykerrigan it’s my favorite because it makes my skin look super glowy but yeah it starts to burn my eyes an hour or 2 after I’ve applied it

[@drucillaadeniran52]

Super great video! Love seeing all of this information compiled into one place. One thing I’m confused about regarding sunscreens is the PA rating. Can you do a video on that? Like is a PA rating of 20 that much better than 40 in regards to anti-aging and hyperpigmentation? Thank you! ❤️

[@edomminaj2826]

that neogen spf is EVERYTHING!!! literally my everyday chemical sunscreen 🤍

[@beepbeep6201]

i super appreciate you making this video, ramon! now i know what i can get once i go through the ones i got before the controversy :)

[@Kaybesaidso]

I recently discovered how important sunscreen is I KNOW I just hated the white cast and smell Tbh I prefer a clear formula as I am a LATINA. I am also obsessed with Korean skincare I’m excited to try some of these out. Thank you 💕

Yes have so much fun! Most of these are a great place to start. Some great, elegant, lightweight formulas and textures

[@pureglow.koreanskincare111]

The korean sunscreen mostly has very nice scent, no white cast and light texture 🤭 so enjoy your sunscreen explore time

[@ElWCont]

Yesss thank you for thiss!! You’ve become my favoriteee skincare channel (not that i dont have others i love), but i click your vids within .04 seconds I always know every video will have good recommendations and education value…and your delivery of info is so clear-A science communicator through and through! Thanks you again 😌

[@ashwinithakali4740]

You're a saviour Ramon! Came across your channel looking for some sunscreen recommendations to try this summer and I'm so glad I did. Excited to get my hands on the Isntree and Neogen ones. Thanks heaps!!!

[@laurenblanc6172]

Ramón! Can u plz do this video concept but for Japanese sunscreens? I’ve been checking them out on yesstyle for so long, there’s so many choices but I’m hooked after getting the mermaid UV gel and UV essence biore

[@rwatkins310]

Great video Ramon, love how thorough your videos are, especially for someone who is new to Korean sunscreens 🤗

[@sherinie22]

Thank you for the updated SPF recs especially the round lab birch juice SPF. I cant wait to try it.

[@deecal4104]

Oh one more thing I am so glad neogen reformulated - I really hated their last one - thickems!! 🥴 maybe I’ll give the new formula a try

[@kristenwilliams9482]

I fell in love with the A'pieu daily sunscreen because it feels so amazing, but I wish I knew for certain that I am protected! I have my daughter using it as well.

[@LindaDulcinea]

Thank you so much for talking about the filters and SPF values at length-this was super informative! I feel like everything has been so confusing since the whole sunscreen scandal happened. Do you have any info on the make prem UV defense me fluid (mineral sunscreen)? It’s actually been discontinued at this point, but unclear if they was related to SPF claims.

[@luisaarch6268]

Hola Ramon Thanks for the great job researching all of these sunscreens. Spf is the most important part in any skincare routine. Please do your research for Japanese SPf like Annessa, Shiseido Japanese and Skin Aqua. Thanks again keep up your awesome work. I always forward all your vids to everyone in my contacts this is the best way to pay you for your well done job!!!

[@ichenk925]

Thank you so much for this video. Also relieved that Cosrx meets the claims- love this one. From this list I am curious to try Neogen one.

[@whitepaper5241]

I'm not interested to buy mineral sunscreens anymore. It's a waste of money. But that Round Lab mineral sunscreen looks really promising. This makes me want to try the CosRX sunscreen, though. I'm super happy because my skin is no longer sensitive to alcohol and fragrance - thanks to Bioré Watery Essence that i bought 2 months ago and repurchased 4 times since then. And i want to give this CosRX sunscreen a try. This sunscreen is super accessible. It's one of the cheapest Korean sunscreens at the drugstore. It's only around $6-$7 here. Hopefully it doesn't irritate my skin. I read a lot of positive reviews about this sunscreen, hopefully it is less dewy than Bioré.

[@fionawang4814]

I just want to say, thank you for this video and the hard work you put in!!! Soooo well informed and demos..👏🏻

[@ajae...]

Can you do a video applying makeup over mineral sunscreen using different formulas - liquid, powder, cream, stick? I always wonder about how it affects the color and if the application removes any of it.

[@CieloSkin]

Gracias Ramón!! I love CosRX Aloe, Isntree Watery Sun Gel and the Round Lab 365. I am so glad they are SPF50. Thank you for this video!! 😍❤

[@21dzz]

which one of them is the most oily skin friendly?

[@rachelzip3144]

Just found your channel!! This is the first video I’m watching and I love how thorough you are 😊 great job!

[@BeulaBellafonte]

The round lab sun cream is bae🥰 🙌🏾 I just ordered three more. I have found my holy grail

[@Colzmon]

Im so happy the cosrx is back in business! I switched to biore watery essence and im going back when that done.

Those are such different experiences for me! But both such nice options

[@universe25.x]

No wonder this video is highly requested. People just want to make sure that their skin is properly protected without a slight doubt. Do the Japanese sunscreens too , please ♥️

[@patriza898]

THE VIDEO I NEEDED!!! Also, thank you Ramon for all your sunscreen videos! I FINALLY FOUND A MORE ACCESSIBLE SUNSCREEN THAT IS A GREAT ALL ROUNDER (Eucerin oil control sun gel cream) The best part??? THEY BOYFRIEND LOVES IT TOO!

[@Jexter-wl4op]

New subscriber here, glad to see this kind of honest and science backed skincare. I’m tired of youtubers who got too big and just keep pushing PR.

[@khmersong8592]

Your real skin is so beautiful 🤩 ❤️ Thanks for not using filter

[@heyustabbedme]

Thank you for doing the research! It’s been hard for me to trust sunscreens!

[@joeluchiha]

Trust me people, the Neogen airy is AMAZING

[@vacationeyes6430]

OMG thank you Ramon. This is so helpful.

[@monicapatton1405]

Great content Ramon! So precise and educational! Will you or do you have a video on the ++ and PA pluses system? Like with Japanese sunscreen and I believe others, since it isn't a system that is used in the US I think a lot of people are confused about it. Thanks for all you do!

[@sup8668]

The COSRX sunscreen is nice, but god does it peel. The texture is very nice, and I love the formula but I find it difficult to reapply as it peels so much.

[@jessicagomez1760]

Gracias bebe, voy a probar los inorgánicos sin duda alguna, you are my new top certified skincare bestie 💋💅🏻

[@selarroyo]

AHHH muchisimas gracias!! CosRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream es mi favorita crema del sol, especialmente cuando mi piel esta muy deshidratada. Y me encantan las cremas del sol de Korea, son mis favoritas. WOOOO!!

[@fabianbertel9424]

Mi piel es super grasosa, el de Cosrx me dejará brillante? Odio verme todo brilloso. Me dejas saber, gracias!

[@susanstein6604]

I can’t use sunscreens with fragrance or essential oils.

[@StateofKait]

The video we all needed.

And a part 2 is already on the way!

[@StateofKait]

@ #blessed

[@bixby451]

I love seeing a Latino man interested in skincare, YASSS! I personally use Round Lab sunscreen every single day. Love love love Korean skincare products

[@leather_bath]

The cosrx aloe sun cream was the first non-Western sunscreen and I loved it. I think I might go back to it!

[@sarahwood991]

So glad Cosrx passed, that sunscreen is definitely a favourite of mine

[@Autumn567]

Ramon I absolutely love your channel!

[@ajamesu]

Amazing! I was just wondering the same thing. Thank you for verifying and sharing that these sunscreens are legit, it's hard to find validated sources but you made it easy for us! That Cosrx Aloe Soothing Sun Cream was my first ever K-Beauty sunscreen, and it was a revelation back then. I still remember that scent, it smelled so good! It pilled on my skin unfortunately but I'm grateful that it kicked off my sunscreen journey. This video inspired me to give TIAM a try, and.... *wow*. Yes, it's similar to the Cosrx but it doesn't pill on me and I feel it's less shiny. Already putting it on my wishlist for a backup! Thank you Ramón. 🌺

[@anniemiller1497]

How are the sunscreens that you have tried?

[@TheBaciWorld]

Thank you for making videos for POC, I have dry tan skin and I appreciate this

[@maryarmstrong2231]

This is great! The Tiam has too much fragrance otherwise I would wear it all the time. Style Korean is low key my favorite retailer as it’s where I go for repurchases and HG faves as their prices are the lowest.

[@deecal4104]

Thank 👏🏼you👏🏼 for finally doing this - been waiting! I keep trying to figure out if my all time favorite is legit - Thank You Farmer essence - and have asked the company and Charlotte cho. I’m assuming it is since still available for sale on Soko glam but just in case I have been doubling the amount and reapplying more often 🤷🏻‍♀️ I can’t eff around with ☀️ because it literally makes me sick (lupus sucks)

[@rubysresource]

I imagine the Benton Mineral Sun Stick must be using some kind of composite material to improve the performance of the titanium dioxide. I would love to see the data on some of these materials like PARSOL® TX, Creasperse® UVA, AXIOM FIT-P, etc. Unfortunately, I don't have a business name to request access under 😭.

[@paumitchell_]

Another amazing video from you Ramón! You are doing the lords work here !!!

[@angelinebiswas7611]

I like the Benton sun stick and I think the cream version of this is fantastic but there’s a scent to it that I don’t love. It’s still very cosmetically elegant!

[@emjaysankofa]

Hey Ramón. Great video!! Can’t wait to try some of these, thanks for the recs. Question…..what are your feelings about spray sunscreen (for the body)? I spend so much time thinking about the sunscreen I use on my face but get lazy about my body and prefer just spraying it on. Thoughts….?🤔💭

[@nkurdy288]

I wonder if the ingredients in the stick Benton spf that keep it solid, could potentially cause acne prone skin to break out? Thanks for this video, incredibly insightful!

[@deeadenisa6620]

Best video i have ever seen in my entire life about skincare.. wtf...

[@knowledgehunter_]

Wow! So much science and evidences. Love it.

Thank you!

[@Bobbyfawn]

The only thing that bothers me abou the cosrx one is it's only PA+++, so I only use it on my neck

[@Marwa-wn4hb]

Came here through James Welsh recommending the channel and now I ain’t leaving 🤣🥰

[@FourJaysFour]

Wish I could give extra thumbs up for your hard work!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@puffsplus72]

Be Plain Clean Ocean Non-Nano Mild Sunscreen, an all-mineral formula that they sent out for testing and which passed on the first try.

[@xmj1279]

Please you deserve so much more ❤️

[@AI-gi3ug]

First of all, love this video and the effort you put into it and how you showed the application of them. I have the tiam one, the round lab birch sap one, and the benton sun stick. I also really want to asked if you know why the Benton sun cream is discontinued I have really wanted to repurchase it and it absolutely my favorite!

[@blee8607]

Great video. Have you heard of the Skin Aqua milk small blue bottle 40 ml, and the Canmake clear 01 small bottle 40g, tested as well? Both of them are Japanese sunscreens though. Thx.

[@universe25.x]

So what’s up with them? They’re tasted and they’re good

[@cris.sandman4599]

If I am reapplying this on my face won’t the Hyaluronic acid dry out my face if there isn’t any moisture to absorb?

[@ashleytaylor7923]

The round lab didn’t work for me unfortunately, the essential oil irritated my skin and the formula was just too heavy especially with reapplication. It made me look blue/grey and creased blue on my eye lids 😭. The be plain clean ocean moisture is what the round lab should have been but the round lab birch juice moisturizer from the same line is 🙌🏾 def. My favs are the La Roche Posay Anthelios and the Garnier anti dark spot. I can’t wait to try the Eucerin oil control gel cream next. Thank God for your European sunscreen vids💕

[@puffsplus72]

The newer version has almost no essential oil. I ordered some directly from Korea and it has no fragrance anymore, unlike the ones I’ve gotten from Amazon. And the Inci list site lists just one oil in the ingredients.

[@ashleytaylor7923]

@@puffsplus72 the newer version has 1 essential oil (chamomile I think) but it still irritates my skin. Got it from jolse but I just use it in my hands now.

[@lagrace625]

So glad to come across your channel ❤❤

[@vfb9674]

Thank you! Was looking for a video like that!

[@Tensai.]

this vid was great, please do more. thank you

[@hannah_____bee]

I've been looking for a video exactly like this for months! Thank you! The quality of your videos are excellent, and I really enjoy watching them. I agree with other commenters -- you will definitely accumulate a significant following with this channel. XOXO 💛

[@tedoymisojos]

I found the Round Lab sunscreen too heavy on my oily skin, in humid weather, even with nothing underneath. Almost as heavy as the Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Spf 45. Its a beautiful sunscreen otherwise, but is too heavy for oily skin, and caused some congestion for me because of that. How is the weather where you live? Im surprised you didnt find it slightly too heavy, since I think you have an oily skin type?

[@vari_0us]

Thank you for your information. It help us who love Korean skincare.

[@1015SaturdayNight]

Hooray! The Isntree is my favorite ❤️

[@cleo7004]

Thank you for this video. It was really helpful ❤ I hope you are having a nice day 🥰

[@amee]

thank you so much for this video! I see a nice sunscreen haul in my future :D

[@caseycliff9373]

Thank you for the review!. You should check out the following all new Korean sunscreens with great filters! I have been obsessed with finding new ones. 1. Scinic Enjoy Super Mild Sun Essence 50ml 2. Goodal Houttuynia Cordata Calming Sun Cream 3. Singmulnara Oxygen Water Waterproof Sun Cream 4. SNP UV Perfect Air-Cool Sun Cream

[@Valkiria4story]

If you're looking for Uvinul HEB / Iscotrizinol in European sunscreens, you'll find it in the Korres Yoghurt Sunscreen Face Cream-Gel SPF 50 :)

[@karaarianna5677]

I needed this video! I hope you'll also review hero cosmetics new mineral sunscreen

[@courtneyjohnson9929]

Love the instree one! Works well with my super dry skin

[@TlazocamatiCoatlicue]

Would love to see a video on verified Japanese sunscreens too!

[@monicachander8]

Amazing! Thanks for this! Question- do any of these sunscreens burn the eyes?

[@bernardrelucio1088]

loving the hair!!

[@kalyanideepali]

The round lab 🤩 have you tried the etude house surprise airy finish? Their mineral version. I found that to be the best for my skin type