We have to start off by asking: have you applied your sunscreen today? SPF is a year-round essential that everyone and every skin type needs in the AM routine. Many formulas cater to specific skin types to ensure the maintenance of healthy and strong skin, but diving deeper into that we uncover SPFs that target and treat specific skin concerns. Yes, your pre-sunscreen routine isn’t the only way to address excess oiliness, dullness or fine lines; your sunscreen, alongside the obvious function of sun protection, can also support your skin journey towards stronger, more balanced skin. This is your guide to the best sunscreens for your skin concerns, featuring a mighty lineup of K-beauty SPFs made to protect and nourish your complexion. Keep scrolling for the full details.

- Best Sunscreen for Acne-Prone Skin -

Isntree - Onion Newpair Sunscreen SPF40 PA+++

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We don’t often see culinary ingredients being used in skincare, but the Isntree Onion Newpair Sunscreen SPF40 PA+++ features this one for very good reason: Red Onion extract simultaneously soothes and reduces blemishes for anyone struggling with breakouts. A Multi Vitamin Complex boosts skin brightness and evenness, with Allantoin delivering a soothing effect and Glycoproteins a pore-blurring appearance. The purple hue of the sunscreen further aids in correcting skin tone discoloration that may arise post-breakout.

- Best Sunscreen for Dullness -

Round Lab - Birch Juice Moisturizing Tone-up Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++

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Your secret weapon to banishing a dull complexion has arrived: say hello to the Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Tone-up Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++. It touts all the hydrating benefits of the OG bestselling formula, thanks to quenching Birch Sap and Vita Hyaluronic Acid, with the addition of a lustrous pink tone to create a lively and revitalized skin tone. While it visibly improves the skin’s radiance, it doesn’t make it feel oily or weighed down.

- Best Sunscreen for Excess Sebum -

COSRX - Aloe 54.2 Aqua Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

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We can’t let the COSRX Aloe 54.2 Aqua Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ fly under the radar without giving it its time in the spotlight. Infused with Aloe Vera Leaf water, the non-greasy formula sinks into the skin quickly and leaves a soft, airy finish. Other key ingredients include Allantoin for soothing irritation and Niacinamide for reducing signs of sun damage. It features a mild tone-up effect to correct discoloration for a perfected appearance.

- Best Sunscreen for a Weak Skin Barrier -

iUNIK - Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

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A weak skin barrier gives way to a host of skin concerns like dryness and irritation, but luckily the iUNIK Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ has got your back. 49% Centella Asiatica mixes with Beta-Glucan and Niacinamide to strengthen the skin barrier while supporting skin glow, quickly soothing any inflammation or sensitivity. The hydrating formula is white cast-free and absorbs into the skin sans oiliness or greasiness.

- Best Sunscreen for Dehydration -

VT - Cica Moisture Day Cream SPF50+ PA++++

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What better way to get your daily dose of hydration AND sun protection than with a 2-in-1 product to streamline your AM routine? Meet the VT Cica Moisture Day Cream SPF50+ PA++++, a hybrid moisturizer-sunscreen jam-packed with Centella Asiatica, Propolis and Ceramides. One layer of this cream recharges the skin’s moisture levels from within, making it moist and smooth without residual tack.

- Best Sunscreen for Sagging Skin -

Axis-Y - Biome Double Defense Sunscreen

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If a sagging complexion is of concern, the Axis-Y Biome Double Defense Sunscreen is here to undo the damage. It’s made with a Cranberry-derived bio-Peptide that moisturizes and nourishes the skin to enhance skin elasticity, alongside the brand’s own Special Biome Blend of fermented ingredients (we note Probiotics, Galactomyces and Kombucha extract) to repair and fortify the skin barrier. From fatigued and sagging to youthful and bouncy, this sun essence makes the world of a difference on fine lines and wrinkles.

- Best Sunscreen for an Uneven Skin Tone -

Haruharu WONDER - Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

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Balance an uneven skin tone with the Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++. A peek into its ingredients list will reveal a slew of skin-loving ingredients like Black Rice-infused Rice Bran Oil, Niacinamide, and Daisy Flower extract; this blend targets unevenness, pigmentation, and amps up the skin’s overall luminosity. Users love this formula’s dewy yet non-sticky finish that skips out on the dreaded white cast.

- Best Sunscreen for Inflammation -

Goodal - Heartleaf Calming Moisture Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++

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Be it caused by sun damage or environmental factors, inflammation can be an unpleasant concern to bear with. The Goodal Heartleaf Calming Moisture Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ wields Heartleaf extract to calm down flare-ups and redness, feeling lightweight and moist like a soothing moisturizer. The vegan chemical formula imparts a cooling sensation when applied to provide relief to heated skin, face and body included.

- Best Sunscreen for Pilling Makeup -

heimish - Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++

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There’s nothing worse than completing your MOTD and realizing your skincare has made your base pill; if you’re facing this dilemma, the heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ is the 3-in-1 makeup primer, tone-up cream and sunscreen you need. This serum-like formula creates a smooth, glowy canvas that is at once hydrated, protected, and ready for your makeup. It’s made with Dog Rose Fruit extract for protection against environmental aggressors, as well as Peppermint Leaf extract that clarifies the complexion.

- Best Sunscreen for Aging Skin -

Mary&May - Vegan Peptide Bakuchiol Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++

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A mind-boggling 25 types of Peptide and Bakuchiol provide aging complexions with robust nourishment in the Mary&May Vegan Peptide Bakuchiol Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++. Together, they induce collagen production and deliver nutrients to the dermis to treat signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles or a loss of elasticity. The light and fresh formula is conveniently housed in a portable case that allows for mess-free sunscreen application, as well as easy reapplication on the move.

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