Best Korean Sunscreens: 8 Top-Rated Picks

Korean sunscreens have gained a strong reputation for their innovative formulations and lightweight textures, making them increasingly popular with skincare enthusiasts worldwide. We’ve compiled this roundup based on aggregated shopper ratings from major Korean retailers Olive Young and Daiso, so these picks reflect what Korean consumers themselves are choosing. Whether you’re looking for daily protection or a specialized formula, these eight products offer a solid starting point for finding a sunscreen that suits your needs.

1. Purito Seoul Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen 60ml Double Pack (+Cleanser 30ml) — ★ 4.91

The Purito Seoul Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen Double Pack offers reliable SPF50+ PA++++ protection with a fresh, matte finish, making it a solid daily choice. $29.70 at Olive Young — read the full review →

2. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50mL*2ea (Twin pack) — ★ 4.9

Lightweight, hydrating sunscreen with no white cast—solid daily SPF for dry skin, but watch for sponsored review inflation. $23.80 at Olive Young — read the full review →

3. Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics (SPF50+ PA++++) Double Pack 50mL*2ea — ★ 4.9

Hydrating daily sunscreen with strong UV specs; texture praised but white cast and sponsored-review bias limit reliability. $25.47 at Olive Young — read the full review →

4. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 100mL — ★ 4.9

This SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica sun serum offers a comfortable, dewy finish and good hydration, making it a solid choice for dry or sensitive skin. $22.10 at Olive Young — read the full review →

5. Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh Rice+B5 50ml*2ea — ★ 4.9

Lightweight hydrating sunscreen with strong absorption; best for dry skin seeking moisture without greasiness. $25.47 at Olive Young — read the full review →

6. Purito Seoul Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 60mL — ★ 4.9

Strong UV protection with minimal white cast at $17.60, but positioned for active outdoor use rather than minimal daily routines. $17.60 at Olive Young — read the full review →

7. Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice+Probiotics 50ml Triple Set — ★ 4.9

For a broad range of users, the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice+Probiotics 50ml Triple Set offers a hydrating, no-white-cast sun protection option. $38.49 at Olive Young — read the full review →

8. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen 50ml Double Set (+20ml) — ★ 4.9

Hydration-first sunscreen best suited to dry skin; Korean feedback is positive but reviews show sponsored-content patterns. $28.42 at Olive Young — read the full review →