In 2024, Korean sunscreens have continued to set the standard for effective sun protection, offering lightweight, hydrating, and skin-nourishing formulas. Here's a recap of the year's top-selling sunscreens, featuring innovative blends of ingredients that cater to all skin types. Whether you need intense hydration or soothing care, these K-beauty favorites have got you covered. Shop them at La Cosmetique and you might be able to grab a pretty good deal with our monthly promotion and special promotions all year round!

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1. Isntree - Hyaluronic Acid Water Sun Gel
2. Cell Fusion - Laser Sunscreen 100
3. Round Lab - Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen
4. Skin1004 - Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
5. CORSX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream

1. Isntree - Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel

This ultra-light gel sunscreen is packed with multiple types of hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate and lock in moisture, leaving the skin soft and refreshed without a sticky feel. Added ceramides strengthen the skin barrier, while Centella Asiatica extract soothes, making it gentle enough for sensitive skin. Perfect for everyday wear, this formula is easily layered under makeup for a natural, dewy finish.

• SPF: SPF50+ PA+++
• Best For: Dry and sensitive skin, perfect for layering under makeup without clumping.
• Reputation: Amazon Choice with global rating of 4.7, ranked #1 in K-beauty sunscreens category. It also completed skin irritation test with a low skin irritation index of 0.20 at COREDERM Skin Research Center.

• Price: $30.80 / 50ml

 

 

2. Cell Fusion C - Laser Sunscreen 100

Developed originally for post-laser care, this sunscreen offers high UV protection with a soothing, barrier-supporting formula. Zinc oxide provides physical sun protection, while peptides and niacinamide work together to calm the skin, reduce redness, and enhance texture. It’s an excellent choice for sensitive skin, helping to reinforce resilience with each application.

• SPF: SPF50+ PA+++
• Best For: Sensitive skin needing protection and support, also great for post-skin treatment care.
• Reputation: Trusted by dermatologists, this product has earned multiple tribute, including the Health & Beauty Awards in 2018 and 2019, 1st place at the Olive Young Awards in 2022, and 2nd place in 2020 and 2021.
• Price: $52.80 / 50ml

 

 

3. Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen

Infused with birch sap juice which contains full of amino acids and natural minerals, this sunscreen delivers a refreshing burst of hydration to dry skin. This sunscreen features glyceryl glucoside, a key component of the Resurrection plant, which activates Aquaporins to open hydration pathways beneath the skin, enabling deep absorption of the sunscreen's ingredients.

• SPF: SPF50+ PA++++
• Best For: Dry, sensitive, and combination skin, providing a lightweight feel with added hydration.
• Reputation: Received multiple awards in Korea, including 1st place in sunscreen category for Olive Young bestseller award consecutively for 2022 and 2023. A Korean cult favorite!

• Price: $27.00 / 50ml

 

 

4. Skin1004 - Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum

• SPF: SPF50+ PA++++
• Best For: Normal, sensitive and combination skin seeking a weightless sun protection with no irritation.
• Reputation: Consistently popular among SKIN1004 followers, the brand is renowned for its quality, mild ingredients, making its products ideal for combined use. This sunscreen has also been featured in top publications like SELF Magazine's 2024 Healthy Beauty Awards and Glamour's Best Korean Sunscreen List.
• Price: $29.00 / 50ml

 

 

5. COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream

Infused with 55,000ppm aloe vera leaf extract for soothing hydration, vitamin E for antioxidant benefits, and sunflower seed oil to smoothen the texture and provide hydrating benefits. Because of this texture, this sun cream is suitable to be used as a makeup base for every day makeup. 

• SPF: SPF50+ PA+++
• Best For: All skin types, especially dry skin.
• Reputation: Clinically tested in Korea and Europe for UV protection for its ability to only allowing 1/50 UVB rays to penetrate skin.
• Price: $22.00 / 50ml

 

 

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These top-selling Korean sunscreens of 2024 deliver both protection and hydration, enhancing any skincare routine with lightweight, skin-nourishing formulas. Find your perfect sunscreen match at La Cosmetique!