Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick for sensitive skin
Artemisia Vulgaris
Camellia
Sodium Hyaluronate
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Centella Asiatica ExtractAverage
- AverageNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for sensitive skin; other sunscreens fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate suitability for normal skin, as Camellia Japonica Seed Oil and Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil provide emollient benefits, but it lacks sufficient humectants for optimal hydration.
- While the product provides excellent UV protection with ingredients like diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate and bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, its hydration and soothing benefits from Camellia Japonica Seed Oil and Centella Asiatica Extract are supportive rather than directly targeted for your redness and irritation concerns.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your sensitive skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Apply this sunscreen during your AM routine every morning. Reapply every two hours if you are staying outdoors under direct sunlight.
- Order in routine: apply the sunscreen as the final step after your moisturizer and before applying makeup.
- Application method: gently press a nickel-sized amount over your face and neck without harsh rubbing.
- Skin condition guidance: apply the sunscreen directly onto dry skin for even coverage and reliable sun protection.
- Safety note: avoid direct contact with your eyes and do a patch test before first use to check for sensitivity.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 5.0k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this sun stick is highly favored by users with oily and combination skin for its effective sebum control and non-greasy matte finish, making it ideal for convenient reapplication. A significant number of users appreciate its smooth application and portability. Some users have noted that it can pill when applied over makeup or facial hair, and a smaller group finds it slightly drying on non-oily skin types.
Highlights
Matte finish Mostly Mentioned
- “Goes on matte and gets rid of any shine”
- “Leaves a natural matte finish”
- “Perfect for my oily T-zone”
Portable and convenient Often Mentioned
- “Perfect for on-the-go reapplication”
- “Fits in my small pouch”
- “Don't have to use my hands”
Smooth application Often Mentioned
- “Glides smoothly over skin”
- “No white cast on my dark skin”
- “Feels silky and soft”
Soothing ingredients Sometimes Noted
- “Doesn't irritate my sensitive skin”
- “Calms redness”
- “Feels soothing on acne-prone areas”
Low transfer Sometimes Noted
- “Need 3-4 glides to get enough on”
- “Hard to estimate amount applied”
- “Feels like nothing is coming off”
Pilling over makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Pills horribly on reapplication”
- “Rolls up into little balls”
- “Clumps over my foundation”
Dragging sensation Rarely Noted
- “Tugs a bit on the skin”
- “Felt waxy and heavy”
- “Harder to glide than expected”
Residue on hair Rarely Noted
- “Collects in my eyebrows”
- “Tiny white specs on my face”
- “Clumps in facial hair”
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Questions and answers
How well does Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick work for sensitive skin?
This sun stick is an average fit for sensitive skin because, although it is very safe and unlikely to cause irritation, its soothing and hydrating benefits are only supportive rather than directly targeted for redness and irritation. Sun protection for this skin needs to be specifically formulated to actively calm redness and irritation with soothing properties while providing gentle hydration.
Which ingredients make this sun stick a good fit for sensitive skin?
This sun stick is safe for sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients, while Centella Asiatica Extract and Camellia Japonica Seed Oil provide supportive soothing and softening benefits. To be a top fit for sensitive skin, a product of this type needs specialized soothing ingredients and extra moisture to actively calm redness and keep the skin comfortable.
What does Mugwort do for sensitive skin?
What does Camellia do for sensitive skin?
Camellia helps calm sensitive skin by reducing redness and soothing irritation with its gentle, nourishing properties. It provides lightweight moisture that leaves dry or reactive areas feeling soft and smooth without clogging pores.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This product goes in the morning step of your routine as a moisturizing sunscreen, after your soothing toner. To work best for sensitive skin with redness, a sunscreen of this type needs extra soothing ingredients and gentle hydration.
Can I use this sun stick with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this sun stick in the morning after applying your retinol and moisturizer, as its safety profile is very gentle on sensitive skin. A sunscreen for this skin needs stronger calming ingredients and richer hydrating agents to properly support and comfort skin using retinol.
How often should I use it?
You can use this sunscreen daily in the morning as part of your routine. Sun protection works best when applied every day to shield your skin from UV rays, though this product needs more hydrating ingredients to properly care for sensitive skin.
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This product is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin, as it has a very safe formula with no harsh or prohibited ingredients. However, because it is an average fit for this skin type, a sunscreen for sensitive skin needs extra hydrating ingredients like glycerin or hyaluronic acid to keep moisture balanced.
Is this sun stick fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Camellia japonica oil activated the human COL1A2 promoter, induced type I procollagen synthesis, inhibited matrix metalloproteinase-1 activity, and reduced trans-epidermal water loss without inducing adverse reactions in human skin.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023Emulgels containing Perilla frutescens seed oil, Moringa oleifera seed oil, and mixed seed oil microemulsions exhibit good stability, lack of cytotoxicity in PBMC, and no skin irritation or allergic reactions in human subjects.
Polymers, 2022Artemisia princeps-derived nanovesicles accelerate cell proliferation, decrease senescence-associated beta-galactosidase activity, inhibit MMP-1 activity more effectively than EGCG, and increase procollagen type I expression in human dermal cells and skin models.
Journal of Extracellular Biology, 2025Artemisia annua aqueous extract increased the itching threshold, inhibited TSLP expression, and promoted FLG mRNA expression in in vitro and in vivo models.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2024Artemisia Capillaris Thunb. extract protects human HaCaT keratinocytes from UVB-induced apoptosis and inflammation by suppressing the cGAS/STING signaling pathway.
Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. B, Biology, 2024Camellia oleifera Abel shell 1,3-butanediol extract decreased facial melanin levels by 59% from baseline at 6 weeks compared to a placebo group showing no effect in 30 female subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Camellia japonica placenta extract treatment upregulated hair growth marker genes in human follicle dermal papilla cells in vitro and improved scalp moisture, sebum, keratin, and erythema in 42 adult female participants in vivo.
FEBS Open Bio, 2021Camellia japonica flower extract protects against urban air pollutant-induced skin damage by scavenging radicals, inhibiting ROS generation, reducing MMP-1 and lipid peroxidation, and increasing collagen synthesis in in vitro and ex vivo models.
BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2019Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical application of curcumin or turmeric treats various skin conditions by leveraging antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2023Topical formulations of curcumin target oxidative damage and inflammation to improve wound healing in animal models.
Drug Discovery Today, 2017A curcumin-loaded spanlastic anti-aging gel utilizing formula F5 incorporated into 2% HPMC E50 demonstrated sustained release action, compatibility, and the ability to penetrate skin layers to a depth of about 112.5 um without signs of irritation.
Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal, 2024Topical application of 0.05% w/w ECa 233 gel reduced erythema index by 0.03 U and improved early crusting and general wound appearance compared to placebo in thirty individuals undergoing facial laser resurfacing.
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2020A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Moisturizer containing 5% panthenol, madecassoside, and copper-zinc-manganese decreased adverse reactions and downtime after ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser resurfacing with comparable efficacy to 0.02% triamcinolone acetonide cream in 20 subjects.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
Ingredients
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Synthetic Wax, Dibutyl Adipate, Coco-Caprylate Caprate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Caprylyl Methicone, Caprylyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica, Vinyl Dimethicone Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Boron Nitride, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Microcrystalline Wax, Polysilicone-15, Vinyl Dimethicone, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Amber Powder, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Jojoba Seed Oil, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Morinda Citrifolia Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Polyglyceryl Diisostearate Polyhydroxystearate Sebacate, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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