Sunscreen: like a seat belt, it's something we endure because the alternative possibly leads to death or disfigurement. Wearing it isn't optional, so the best one can hope for is that it's as unobtrusive as possible, but at minimum the seat belt doesn't mash your bosom when you wear it. This sunscreen isn't it. Sunscreens should be cosmetically elegant, meaning light and comfortable on the skin, and they should have full-spectrum high sun protection (SPF 50+, PA+++ or higher), with minimal white cast.
This is pretty easy if you use chemical (also known as 'organic') UV filters, but as they cause skin irritation and reactions for many people (including yours truly), many people with sensitive skin can only use physical (also known as 'inorganic') UV filters. Some of which are white. Literally white pigment. Nanoparticle forms of physical filters are supposed to have less white cast, but there's some debate about their safety. The point of this dry paragraph is that physical sunscreens with minimal white cast are very rare. People like me hunt them in murky corners of the internet and have underground swap networks for decants.
I had high hopes for this one, because I loved the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++, so surely this almost-the-same-name-but-one-more-PA-rating sunscreen should also be good? Are you looking for the perfect undead base makeup-and-sunscreen combo for your daytime Hallowe'en beach party or possibly playing Marley's Ghost in an afternoon matinée of A Christmas Carol at an outdoor theatre?
No? Then the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Fluid ain't what you're looking for. I'm a Mac NC10 and it looks white as hell on me. I had to double check that it wasn't meant to be a brightening cream. Re-reading the marketing copy while writing this review, I'm beginning to suspect that "light finish" isn't a reference to the texture, it's an invitation to a vampire cosplay. You'll see what I mean. *cue ominous organ music and the flapping of bats*
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Purpose: A full-spectrum sunscreen with only physical, inorganic filters titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Scent: Like it's Sun Cream counterpart, it has a floral scent, so unless you're interested in being not just a mime, but a fabulous, fragranced mime, best to skip it.
Texture: Lovely, sadly. It has a thin, fluid texture that spreads easily.
Quantity: 90ml, which is quite a lot for an Asian sunscreen. I have Japanese sunscreens a third this size.
Rating: 2/5: I'll wear it while gardening or when I know I'm not going to see anyone.
Where to get it: Planning a zombie party, eh? I bought mine from Jolse while it wasn't available anywhere else, but now you can find it on: Amazon | eBay | Jolse | Vuty Design
Repurchase: Hahahaha no. It's a lovely sunscreen to wear, I just can't wear it in public.
Notable ingredients are Zinc oxide and Titanium dioxide, the UV filters. It also contains alcohol, although it's not noticeable for me, which may be a concern for some people. It has a pretty array of plant extracts (Moringa oleifera, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, ‧Plant extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus ferment,Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil) but since Korean ingredients list order doesn't matter, it's hard to say if there is enough of any of them to benefit the skin.
Have you ever seen kpop idols who have used very light base makeup with a pink or even blue/lavender tone to "correct" their skin tone? (This is how it's translated, i.e. "colour correcting makeup" in subtitles, at least.) That's what happened to my skin; it seemed to cancel out all the yellow tones in my face and made me look very pink in addition to looking like a half-committed goth. I wore it out once and my husband couldn't stop glancing over at me and commenting, despite not being very aware of makeup or fashion; at one point he helpfully suggested that "maybe it won't be so bad once we get into the shade? Nope, still bad."
It may work for others, though; halfway through this post I went digging for other reviews and found this one by the lovely Evelyn of Korean Beauty Dream, who was able to work with the white cast. Although I hadn't read her review until after I'd written the first 3/4ths of this post, it seems she had the exact same general thoughts about sunscreen that I had when I sat down to write this post. Great minds, or shared universal sunscreen suffering ... ?
Where to get the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Cream: eBay | ClubClio | TesterKorea | Bisou Beauty Bar
The other perk of a sunscreen with a terrible white cast is that it's really easy to see if you've missed a spot? Silver lining, I suppose. It also had a pretty box, it's just too bad that the contents didn't live up to the promise of the packaging.
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In this post:
- Product details
- Ingredients
- Swatches on NC10 and NC30 skin
- What I'll repurchase instead
- Final thoughts & why I'll use it up
I had high hopes for this one, because I loved the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++, so surely this almost-the-same-name-but-one-more-PA-rating sunscreen should also be good? Are you looking for the perfect undead base makeup-and-sunscreen combo for your daytime Hallowe'en beach party or possibly playing Marley's Ghost in an afternoon matinée of A Christmas Carol at an outdoor theatre?
No? Then the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Fluid ain't what you're looking for. I'm a Mac NC10 and it looks white as hell on me. I had to double check that it wasn't meant to be a brightening cream. Re-reading the marketing copy while writing this review, I'm beginning to suspect that "light finish" isn't a reference to the texture, it's an invitation to a vampire cosplay. You'll see what I mean. *cue ominous organ music and the flapping of bats*
Just as a quick reminder: this blog uses both affiliate and non-affiliate links, and if you choose to click the former before you shop, your purchase may contribute a tiny amount to the maintenance of this blog. See full details at the end of this post! #receipts
The bottle is a bit larger than most Asian sunscreens I've tried. |
Product details
Full product name: Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Fluid SPF50+ PA++++Purpose: A full-spectrum sunscreen with only physical, inorganic filters titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Scent: Like it's Sun Cream counterpart, it has a floral scent, so unless you're interested in being not just a mime, but a fabulous, fragranced mime, best to skip it.
Texture: Lovely, sadly. It has a thin, fluid texture that spreads easily.
Quantity: 90ml, which is quite a lot for an Asian sunscreen. I have Japanese sunscreens a third this size.
Rating: 2/5: I'll wear it while gardening or when I know I'm not going to see anyone.
Where to get it: Planning a zombie party, eh? I bought mine from Jolse while it wasn't available anywhere else, but now you can find it on: Amazon | eBay | Jolse | Vuty Design
Repurchase: Hahahaha no. It's a lovely sunscreen to wear, I just can't wear it in public.
Ingredients
So let's just presume that you are going to go camping or gardening or flatly don't care if you look like you've highlighted your whole face with matte powder (ba-dum-tish! Flatly? Matte? I'll see myself out...) and therefore you're interested in the ingredients, here we are:What on earth is Annuus Seed Oil "Unsaponifiables"? Saponification I know, but wut? |
Swatches on NC10 and NC30 skin
Since I can get away with a bit of white cast (and I sometimes deliberately use it as primer to colour correct base makeup) I like to coerce my NC30/35ish-when-tanned spouse into swatching things for me. We just bought a house (and are nearing the end of renovations, woo!) so he's been mowing a lot of lawn lately. That's not a euphemism, by the way. We just have large yards. I ... I'm stopping now. For some reason, the camera isn't picking up on the obvious difference on my skin, but even if it's not as dramatic as it appears on Dr. Mr. The Pear, it's definitely noticeable on me in person.Me and my aggrieved swatch model, demonstrating the white cast of this sunscreen. |
It may work for others, though; halfway through this post I went digging for other reviews and found this one by the lovely Evelyn of Korean Beauty Dream, who was able to work with the white cast. Although I hadn't read her review until after I'd written the first 3/4ths of this post, it seems she had the exact same general thoughts about sunscreen that I had when I sat down to write this post. Great minds, or shared universal sunscreen suffering ... ?
The small nozzle makes it easy to control how much you dispense |
What I'll repurchase instead
I am sure this is no surprise, but I'm sticking with the OG version, the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++, because even though it's missing the extra PA rating, it has the most minimal whitecast of any SPF50+ PA+++ all-physical/inorganic sunscreen I've tried. I sent a decant to the lovely @labellevie245, who is an NC25. She quite liked it:[S]he reported that although the white cast is more apparent on camera, it's not visible to the naked eye and instead looks 'brightening'. She also warns that the 'brightening' effect only lasts for about 20 minutes, and then fades. That's actually a good thing, because it means the white cast isn't hopeless. Now that I've seen it 'disappear' (at least to the naked eye) on my husband's skin, I feel more confident in warning people that it might look odd in pictures if you aren't wearing base makeup over it, but it's less likely to be an issue in-person.If you don't wear makeup, or you're going to be taking pictures, I think the Sun Cream would still cause issues, but for everyday wear, it's more practical. It seems there is a new version out, which I haven't tested, so if you plan to pick it up, try to get the original version.
Where to get the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Cream: eBay | ClubClio | TesterKorea | Bisou Beauty Bar
Final thoughts & why I'll use it up
Even if this sunscreen isn't fit for public viewing, it's still a super comfortable, lightweight, super high protection (PA++++!) sunscreen that's easy to apply. I have a lot of gardening and renovation plans that keep me outdoors, so I'll need to slather on the sunscreen even if I'm only in our backyard.The other perk of a sunscreen with a terrible white cast is that it's really easy to see if you've missed a spot? Silver lining, I suppose. It also had a pretty box, it's just too bad that the contents didn't live up to the promise of the packaging.
All the best,
-Cat
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I loved the texture of this one too but the white cast was a bit much for me. I have very yellow undertones. I felt like I was trying to cover the actual color my skin haha. This also gave me a rash . entering my 30s my skin has become very reactive so searching for a sunscreen has been a pain. I've 6! Thr 6th one has been going good so far. We are about to celebrate our 3 wk relationship without a breakout or rash from it so I'm hoarding the sunscreen like it's doomsday.
ReplyDeleteThe white cast is strong in this one haha. When I'm rushed to go out, I use the sun cream. When I have time and the sun is fierce, use this one, but taking care of the amount and, depending my face has a good or bad skin day, I use it alone, but mostly I apply the pro tailor cushion after, to make it less mime. It reminds me of my goth days ha!.
ReplyDeleteDon't know if you used the watery gel one...but it's one of the few with "combined" filters that didn't caused me any blemish, and has no white cast.
Thank you so much for the mention ^_^.
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ReplyDeleteDoes it mention the percentage of ZnO?
Also have you tried the Bare Minerals Prep Step? It has 23 % ZnO and 4 % TnO. It has color adapting pigments as well and is very light and fluid.
I know what you mean by the color correction. I noticed that with kdrama actors (guys and gals) where their face is so past or pin-ups compared to their (still very fair skin) neck/body. Just does not look right :(
ReplyDeleteAnyway, thanks for the review - always enjoyed your writings ☺️
I am slowly branching out from Biore, and really appreciate your sunscreen reviews! My daughter reacts badly to sunscreen...I can't tell exactly what the deal is, as she won't let me test anything on her since she first realized it makes her itch and burn!
ReplyDeleteIsn't white cast something to be expected from physical filters only sunscreens? I have tried quite a few. From what I know, if a physical filters only sunscreen do not give white cast, then usually because the sunscreen is tinted one, or the ZnO is micronized or nano particle one, or the percentage of the filters is low.
ReplyDeleteI'm curious about the Goodal Mild Protect Natural Filter Sun Cream. Did they change the packaging? I've been seeing two different packagings for the same cream...
ReplyDeleteThe Nature Republic No Sebum sunscreen has an awful white cast. More like a pink/grey cast. And of I didn't actually put any on until the "return" deadline had passed....
ReplyDeleteHi there!
ReplyDeleteWhat is the best product for everyday sun protection for face... and then also when I'm on vacay or doing summer outdoor activities, a stronger formulation?
I have very light skin with dark melasma patches for over 10 years now, and despite my zinc wearing obsession, (best I've found is eltamd) my skin has still darkened in splotchy patches anytime I'm in the sun and in winter they do lighten a tad but never go away!
I've tried HQ and a myriad of products and even BBL laser, ACV and lemon, and nothing really gets rid of these spots!
I need something that is really going to block those UVA rays & so I probably need a mineral one with great PPD protection!
Also,
Is there anything that can truly fade my melasma and whiten/bleach those splotches & help brighten my skin?
{I have slightly dry skin prone to acne as well...)
Please help....
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Hello!! I have to advocate for Actinica Liposomal 50+ sunscreen. After being able to use all manners of sunscreen for years, I started to get burning after sunscreen application. I came to realise it was the alcohol in the formulations, so this excluded for me lots of Japanese and Korean gel sunscreen products. The Actinica is a Liposomal formulation, alcohol free, and I've read the liposomal formula makes the chemical sunscreen behave like a physical. It goes on white, it becomes transparent in a couple of minutes. Whatever you put on top doesn't pill off. It's formulated for people who've had cancer, etc, so I feel confident in the coverage it provides. It's very moisturising for dry skinned people. Alcohol free. Even though I'm oily in summer I still slather it on, and blot off oil/powder. I really recommend this
ReplyDeleteI like physical sunscreen that leaves a firm of whitecast but not cakey. This fluid is perfetc, but its perfume is terrible, smells like an old lady perfume and stays forever. Goodal has 60-70% off sometimes and I bought it only 8$ included shipping fee to Vietnam. What a steal.
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