Beauty of Joseon

Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++ (50ml)

  • Regular price £15.50
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 is an SPF50+ PA++++ daily sunscreen with 30% rice seed water and panthenol (vitamin B5). It is the lighter, more watery version of the original Relief Sun, and Beauty of Joseon position it especially for oily and combination skin. They describe the finish as fresh, with no white cast or greasiness. What it doesSPF50+ protects against UVB, the rays that burn, and PA++++ is the highest rating for UVA, the rays linked to dark spots and skin ageing. It uses modern chemical filters rather than zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Rice seed water and panthenol keep skin feeling hydrated and comfortable under the protection. Why we chose itSunscreen only works if you wear it every day, and oilier skin often skips creamy formulas. This gives the same Relief Sun protection in a lighter texture, with no fragrance in the listed ingredients. Best forOily and combination skinSkin that gets shiny or congested with richer sunscreensAnyone using retinal, acids, vitamin C or brightening serumsWearing under makeupNot ideal ifYour skin is dry and wants a creamier finish: choose Relief Sun: Rice + ProbioticsYou prefer mineral-only filters: try Knours Koolsol Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50You need a water-resistant sunscreen for swimming or sport: it is not labelled water-resistant, and the box says to reapply after sweating, swimming or towellingKey ingredientsRice seed water (30%): hydration and a fresh feelPanthenol (vitamin B5): helps skin hold moisture and feel comfortableCeramide NP, sodium hyaluronate and beta-glucan: light barrier and hydration supportChemical UV filters: broad UVA and UVB protectionTexture and finishA watery, lightweight lotion that absorbs quickly with no greasiness and a fresh, dewy finish. Where it goes in your routineMornings only, as the last skincare step: after moisturiser, before makeup. Use about two finger-lengths for face and neck. Reapply every 2 to 3 hours outdoors, and after sweating, swimming or towel drying. Good to knowThe box also reminds you not to stay too long in the sun, even with sunscreen on. Do I need sunscreen every day in the UK? explains when UK sun matters. Quick facts: 50 ml · SPF50+ PA++++ · Chemical filters · 30% rice seed water · AM only · Beauty of Joseon, made in Korea
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  • SPF50+ PA++++ with 30% rice seed water
  • Watery lotion, no white cast or greasiness
  • Light enough for oily and combination skin
  • Last AM step; reapply every 2 to 3 hours
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Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 is an SPF50+ PA++++ daily sunscreen with 30% rice seed water and panthenol (vitamin B5). It is the lighter, more watery version of the original Relief Sun, and Beauty of Joseon position it especially for oily and combination skin. They describe the finish as fresh, with no white cast or greasiness.

What it does

SPF50+ protects against UVB, the rays that burn, and PA++++ is the highest rating for UVA, the rays linked to dark spots and skin ageing. It uses modern chemical filters rather than zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Rice seed water and panthenol keep skin feeling hydrated and comfortable under the protection.

Why we chose it

Sunscreen only works if you wear it every day, and oilier skin often skips creamy formulas. This gives the same Relief Sun protection in a lighter texture, with no fragrance in the listed ingredients.

Best for

  • Oily and combination skin
  • Skin that gets shiny or congested with richer sunscreens
  • Anyone using retinal, acids, vitamin C or brightening serums
  • Wearing under makeup

Not ideal if

Key ingredients

  • Rice seed water (30%): hydration and a fresh feel
  • Panthenol (vitamin B5): helps skin hold moisture and feel comfortable
  • Ceramide NP, sodium hyaluronate and beta-glucan: light barrier and hydration support
  • Chemical UV filters: broad UVA and UVB protection

Texture and finish

A watery, lightweight lotion that absorbs quickly with no greasiness and a fresh, dewy finish.

Where it goes in your routine

Mornings only, as the last skincare step: after moisturiser, before makeup. Use about two finger-lengths for face and neck. Reapply every 2 to 3 hours outdoors, and after sweating, swimming or towel drying.

Good to know

The box also reminds you not to stay too long in the sun, even with sunscreen on. Do I need sunscreen every day in the UK? explains when UK sun matters.

Quick facts: 50 ml · SPF50+ PA++++ · Chemical filters · 30% rice seed water · AM only · Beauty of Joseon, made in Korea

  • Mornings, as the last skincare step: after moisturiser, before makeup.
  • Apply generously: about two finger-lengths is a common guide for face and neck.
  • Apply before you go out into the sun, and let it settle for a minute or two before makeup.
  • Reapply frequently outdoors (Beauty of Joseon say every 2 to 3 hours), and especially after sweating, swimming or towel drying. It is not labelled water-resistant.
  • Keep it away from your eyes, and stop using it if your skin feels uncomfortable, as the box directs.
  • If you use AHAs, retinal or brightening serums, make daily sunscreen a fixed habit. The box specifically advises protecting skin from UV while using AHA products.

Aqua, Oryza Sativa Seed Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tromethamine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Methicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Silica, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Propanediol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Methylpropanediol, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Polyether-1, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Polyquaternium-51, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Beta-Glucan, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Ferulic Acid, Inositol, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Citric Acid, Ceramide NP, Phytosphingosine, Rice Amino Acids, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rice sh-Oligopeptide-1

Good to know

  • No fragrance in the listed ingredients
  • Chemical (organic) UV filters only
  • Butyloctyl salicylate is a texture ingredient, not an exfoliant
  • Water resistance not stated: reapply after swimming or sweating
  • Box warning: reducing the quantity applied lowers the level of protection significantly; reapply frequently, especially after perspiring, swimming or towelling

How is it different from the original Relief Sun?

Aqua-Fresh is the lighter, watery version with a fresher, sheerer finish, and Beauty of Joseon position it especially for oily and combination skin. The original Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics is creamier and suits normal to dry skin better.

Does it leave a white cast?

Beauty of Joseon describe it as leaving no white cast, and it uses chemical filters rather than zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. We have not seen enough reliable feedback across deeper skin tones to promise that it looks invisible on everyone.

Is it matte?

No. Beauty of Joseon describe the finish as fresh and natural rather than matte, and it is not greasy. If you want a matte finish, the Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick is the better choice.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Often, yes. There is no fragrance in the listed ingredients, and Beauty of Joseon say it is suitable for sensitive skin. The butyloctyl salicylate in the formula is a texture ingredient, not an exfoliant. If chemical filters are what bother your skin, try a mineral sunscreen such as Knours Koolsol Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50.

Is it water-resistant?

No, it is not labelled water-resistant. Reapply after sweating, swimming or towel drying, and regularly while you are outdoors.

UK Delivery

Orders under £25
Shipping: £2.99
Service: Royal Mail Tracked 48

Orders £25 and over
Shipping: FREE
Service: Royal Mail Tracked 24

Dispatch & Delivery Times

  • Orders placed before 1pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same working day.
  • Orders placed after 1:00 PM are dispatched the next working day.
  • Royal Mail Tracked 48 typically delivers within 2 working days.
  • Royal Mail Tracked 24 aims for next working day delivery.

So for orders £25 and over placed before 1pm on a working day:

Order before 1pm → dispatched same day → Royal Mail Tracked 24 aims to deliver the next working day.

Please note that delivery times are estimates and may occasionally vary during busy periods, bank holidays or due to Royal Mail delays.

Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++ (50ml)

£15.50