Sunny weather really getting on your nerves? Global warming is truly happening and all the sunlight and UV rays are the number one reason that makes your skin vulnerable. Not to mentioned how uncomfortable it is to re-apply the sunscreen over and over again. Sunburn, dark spots, and skin aging is way ahead (for sure), so how to protect our skin in this harsh weather?
Do not worry, Your Favorite K-Cult is here to help! Today, let’s explore the 6 most popular sun stick products from Korea ✨
What is Sun Stick?
Sun stick (stick sunscreen or stick sunblock) is a type of sun care product prepared in wax form, has a thick, smooth texture and is usually white or light yellow in color. It is used to protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays from the sun, including UVA and UVB rays.
UVA rays make up about 95% of UV rays from the sun, and have the ability to penetrate deeper into the skin, causing skin aging, wrinkles, melasma and even skin cancer. UVB rays make up only about 5% of UV rays from the sun, but are the main cause of sunburn, skin darkening and reduced skin elasticity.
Sun stick works by creating a sun protecting layer on the skin, helping to reflect UV rays away from the skin, preventing UV rays from entering the skin and causing damage. This product usually has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher, helping to effectively protect the skin for many hours.
Is Sun Stick Really Good for Skin?
Sun stick is like a solid shield that protects the skin from sunlight and negative environmental factors. However, many of you still wonder whether sun stick is really good for the skin? The answer is YES, if you use it correctly!
Sun stick helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, preventing aging, melasma and skin cancer. But please be aware of some of the ingredients in stick sunscreen or stick sunblock can irritate sensitive skin and clos pores. Therefore. choosing the right sun stick for your skin type and using it properly is extremely important.
Pros and Cons of Using Sun Stick
Sunscreen and sunblock in stick form is increasingly popular of its convenience and effectiveness in protecting the skin. However, besides the advantages, sunscreen and sunblock in stick form also has certain disadvantages. Let’s join Your Favorite K-Cult in comparing the pros and cons of sun stick to help you choose the most suitable one!
Pros
- Convenient to use: Wax-like texture, easy to use and carry with you. You can use it directly on your skin without needing to spread it evenly, less time consuming than the sun gel!
- Specific use for each area: Can be used on sensitive skin areas such as around the eyes, ears, and neck without worrying about irritation.
- No need to spread evenly: Able to blend into the skin on its own, no need to spread evenly like cream or lotion sunscreen.
- Most are water resistant: Usually have good water resistance, suitable for outdoor activities such as swimming and swimming.
- Most are sunblock: Sunblock creates a protective layer on the skin, helping to reflect UV rays immediately, providing quick skin protection effect.
Cons
- Skin stickiness: The texture is thicker than cream or lotion sunscreen, so it can easily cause stickiness to the skin, especially oily skin.
- Must reapply every 2 hours: Usually has a shorter sun protection time than cream or lotion sunscreens, so you need to re-apply every 2 hours to ensure effective skin protection.
- Aggravates the skin: Reapplying multiple times can cause the sunscreen layer to thicken, aggravate the skin and affect the makeup base.
6 Great Korean Sun Stick Products that You Should Know
Now everyone, let’s join Your Favorite K-Cult to discover the top 6 “super hot” Korean sunstick. We guarantee that these products will help you block out all UV rays and have radiant, smooth skin throughout the sunny summer of 2024!
Round Lab Birch Moisturizing Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++
The secret remedy for dry skin with birch tree extract, Birch Moisturizing Korean sunblock stick from Round Lab has the ability to deeply moisturize, providing a soft, smooth feeling all day long.
Round Lab offers a Korean sunblock stick product with a light texture, easy to spread, does not cause skin irritation, and effective sun protection with SPF 50+ PA++++. This is the perfect choice for all skin types, especially dry skin.
AHC Master Air Rich Sunstick
Oily and combination skin will no longer have to worry about greasiness with Master Air Rich Sunstick. The sunstick is as thin and light as dew, easily spreads evenly, absorbs quickly into the skin, does not cause stickiness or heaviness on the face.
The product possesses high oil control efficiency, keeping the skin dry and neat all day long, limiting oiliness. Besides, perfect sun protection SPF 50+ PA++++ protects the skin completely from the harmful effects of UV rays.
Goodal Heartleaf Calming Cooling Sun Stick
Sensitive skin will be gently soothed by Heartleaf Calming Cooling Sun Stick from the Goodal brand. Fish mint extract soothes the skin, reduces irritation and redness, suitable for sensitive skin.
Instant cooling effect brings a refreshing, comfortable feeling to the skin when used. Optimal sun protection SPF 50+ PA++++ protects the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, preventing skin aging, melasma and skin cancer. Furthermore, the product also helps restore skin after acne.
TONEfitSUN Vegan No Sebum Sun Stick (Waterproof/Primer)
Perfect choice for all skin types, especially oily and combination skin. Korean sunscreen stick Vegan No Sebum (Waterproof/Primer) is proud to be a line of vegan sunscreen stick with 100% natural ingredients, safe for the skin.
Excellent oil control ability helps keep skin dry all day long, reducing oiliness. Vegan No Sebum also stands out with its effective water and sweat resistance, protects the skin well when participating in outdoor activities, creates a smooth foundation and helps makeup last long.
Dr.G R.E.D Blemish Soothing Up Sun Stick
The key remedy for acne-prone skin is none other than R.E.D Blemish Soothing Up from Dr.g. Salicylic Acid (BHA) in the product helps reduce acne, soothe the skin, reduce swelling and redness. Centella Asiatica (Centella Asiatica) extract promotes skin regeneration and heals post-acne skin.
The product possesses effective sun protection ability SPF 50+ PA++++ to protect the skin from the negative effects of UV rays, preventing dark spots and brown spots. It also helps reduce irritation, suitable for acne-prone and sensitive skin.
Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun Stick
Get reat to have a radiant healthy skin with Green Mild Up Sun Stick from Dr.G! The product is extracted from green tea which has strong antioxidant properties, protects the skin from free radicals, and prevents skin aging. It also provides moisture to the skin, making it soft and smooth.
With comprehensive sun protection SPF 50+ PA++++, the product will protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, preventing melasma and skin cancer. In particular, Dr.G’s Korean sunscreen Green Mild Up Sun Stick is suitable for all skin types from normal to combination skin.
Each product has its own unique advantages, suitable for different skin types and needs. K-Cult hopes you can choose the right one that is perfectly fit for your skin and have a hot and memorable summer!
May good skin be with you, kimchi 🙏
