Hey there! Let’s be honest, finding the sunscreen, the one you actually look forward to wearing every single day, can feel like a never-ending quest. It needs to be protective, non-irritating, play well with makeup, and not feel like a greasy mask. A lot of expectations, right?

Well, after seeing a lot of good reviews online (seriously, it’s a K-beauty superstar), I had to try the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-fresh: Rice + Probiotics (SPF50+ PA++++). Did it live up to the hype? Let’s dive in!

A Little Bit About Beauty of Joseon
Before we get to the product, I love the brand’s backstory. Beauty of Joseon takes inspiration from the skincare routines of the Joseon Dynasty era in Korea, known for its elegant and simple beauty principles. They focus on harnessing traditional, skin-loving ingredients (like rice, ginseng, and green tea) and combining them with modern science. It’s all about effective, gentle, and elegant formulations. A+ for concept!

Price & Quantity
This sunscreen is a total sweet spot in terms of affordability. You get a 50ml tube for around INR 1570 at Nykaa,however, you will almost always get it at a 10-20% discount depending on where you shop. While it’s not drugstore-cheap, it’s incredibly reasonable for a high-quality, high-SPF Korean sunscreen. Even with generous application, one tube lasts me a good couple of months with daily use.

The Texture & Sensation (The Best Part!)
Okay, this is where the magic happens. If you hate thick, white, sticky sunscreens, prepare to be amazed.

• Consistency: It’s a lightweight, milky lotion. It glides onto the skin effortlessly.
• Absorption: It sinks in incredibly fast. I’m talking seconds. There’s zero white cast (a godsend for all skin tones), and it doesn’t leave a shiny film.
• Finish: It leaves the most beautiful, dewy-but-not-greasy finish. It feels like a soothing, hydrating serum rather than a sunscreen. It does justice to the “aqua-fresh” part! My skin just feels plump and happy.
• Scent: There’s a faint, clean, almost rice-y scent that disappears immediately. It’s fragrance-free in the traditional sense, so it’s great for sensitive noses.

My Personal Take: The Good & The “Meh”
The Love:

1. Invisible & Comfortable: This is its superpower. I forget I’m wearing it, which is the highest compliment I can give a sunscreen.
2. Hydration Hero: With ingredients like rice bran water (brightening) and B5 (panthenol, for soothing), it doubles as a moisturizing layer. On lazy mornings, I sometimes skip moisturizer and just use this.
3. Perfect Makeup Base: It doesn’t pill under any of my products—foundation, tinted moisturizer, you name it. The slightly dewy finish gives makeup a healthy glow from within.
4. Gentle: My combination, sometimes fussy skin has had zero issues with it. It’s calming and never stings my eyes.

The Considerations:

• For Oily Skin Friends: If you have very oily skin, the dewy finish might be too dewy for you. You might prefer a more matte sunscreen or need to set it with a little powder.
• Water Resistance: It’s not marketed as water- or sweat-resistant. So while it’s perfect for daily, city-life wear, I’d opt for something more tenacious for a beach day or intense workout.

Final Verdict
The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun has earned a permanent spot on my shelf. It has successfully removed the chore from sunscreen application. It’s a phenomenal daily sunscreen that focuses on skin health, comfort, and wearability.

Who it’s for: Anyone looking for an elegant, gentle, high-protection daily sunscreen. It’s especially great for dry, combination, normal, and sensitive skin types.

Who might skip: Those seeking a fully matte finish or a sport/water-resistant formula.

Ultimately, if you’ve been curious about the K-beauty sunscreen hype, this is a fantastic, no-regrets place to start. It just makes sun protection feel good.

Have you tried it? What’s your holy grail sunscreen? Let me know in the comments!

Disclaimer: This is based on my personal experience. Always patch test new products!