I'll be discussing the popular K-Beauty sunscreen Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50 in today's post. This product, also known as Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++, has become a viral favorite among skincare lovers around the world. I had to get my hands on it and have been loving it just as much as everyone else. The intriguing aspect is that I've heard it's not as well-liked in Korea as it is abroad, and it shares a texture with the Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream, which is also one of my favorites and is well-liked in Korea.

After trying both, I can understand why some might believe they are similar, but I can definitely feel and see a difference. Additionally, I enjoy them for different reasons and to use in different scenarios because they have distinct added skincare elements, which I'll go into more depth about later in my review. In a recent post about my sunscreen collection, I mentioned this sun cream in passing. Today, I'll be offering a more thorough assessment of my experience using it, but first, as usual, I'll give you some background on it.

SPF & PA Rating:

 Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++
UV Filters: Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (Uvinal A Plus), Ethylhexyl Triazone (Uvinal T 150), Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M), Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone (Uvisorb HEB).

Quantity & Packaging:

 50ml of sunscreen in a minimal aesthetic beige soft squeeze tube with a screw-on cap. This Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ 50ml packaging feels elegant and easy to use.

Scent: 

No artificial fragrance but it does have a very light scent that reminds me of rice.

Appearance & White cast:
A white cream that blends into the skin with no white cast on my light-medium skin tone.

Texture & Finish:
The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotic SPF 50 has a light, nourishing, and moisturizing lotion texture that becomes somewhat thicker as you layer and rub it in. It has more of a dewy finish. When applied, it is nearly equivalent to the Round Lab Birch Juice hydrating Sun Cream, but it has a more nourishing and hydrating feel overall.

My Personal Experience:

Since I use rice in my skincare routine, it was interesting to see a rice-based sunscreen like Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++. I love how rice brightens and nourishes my skin, and since I have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, the rice and probiotics, in addition to the SPF ingredients, help to protect my skin and stop future damage and discoloration.

Applying Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ to my combination skin type is a dream come true. In addition to being lightweight, it has a creamy texture that effectively hydrates dry spots and gives my skin a more radiant appearance. When I apply two to three fingers' worth to my face, neck, and ears, it initially appears as if there might be a slight white cast, but like other chemical sunscreens, it blends in fairly well and doesn't leave any noticeable white residue. Additionally, because it is a chemical sunscreen, it does sting around the eyes, so be mindful of that.

It's one of those sunscreens that I can use alone or under makeup without first using a different moisturizer. This is quite similar to my other favorite, the Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream, but as I previously stated, the former is a little lighter than the latter, which has a deeper level of moisturization. For this reason, I would use Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ on days when my skin feels drier than usual and the Round Lab one on days when I don't need as much nourishing feel. Although both are in my top ten sunscreens, if I had to pick just one, I would prefer the Round Lab one slightly more due to its lightweight and semi-natural finish as well as its adorable packaging. Nevertheless, the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ 50ml is still excellent, and I do plan to buy it again.

Despite being highly hydrating, the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ doesn’t feel greasy or heavy; instead, it leaves a nice, dewy sheen that I enjoy. It hasn’t blocked pores or caused breakouts, which is fantastic. Plus, the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ ingredients list is gentle and skin-friendly, making it a great option even for sensitive skin.