Product's Overview:
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| Bottle's detail are all in Japanese |
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| Brightens up the skin a little & provides dewy finish |
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| Yellowish-creamy color & gel-like texture |
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| When you can no longer squeeze out any products, always cut it open as it'll last 2-3 more times of usage! |
Ingredients:
(2020 version, from Guardian Malaysia Website)*
Water, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dextrin Palmitate, Butylene Glycol, Xylitol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Behenate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Agar, Sorbitan Distearate, Isoceteth-20, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearoyl Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance, BHT, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Royal Jelly Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben
(2020, Original version's ingredient list from Watsons Malaysia Website)*
The only difference between the COOL version & the original one is the Menthol & Menthyl Lactate ingredient. Menthyl Lactate is an ester of menthol and lactic acid, that gives a soothing and cooling effect to the skin. The cooling effect can sometimes reduce the skin irritation and inflammation.
Sunscreen Type: Chemical sunscreen
UV Filters:
Octinoxate (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate) - protect us from UVB rays/skin-burning,
Octyl Triazone/Uvinul T 150 (Ethylhexyl Triazone) - UVB ray filter/absorbent,
Uvinul A Plus (DHHB - Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate) - protects us from UVA rays/skin-aging,
Bemotrizinol (BEMT)/Tinosorb S (Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine) - UVA+UVB rays absorbent/broad spectrum.
First Impression & Experience: ★★★☆☆
Squeezing out from the tube, it has a yellowish-cream color, very cooling & smooth application, as well as lightweight throughout the day. It has a very strong alcohol smell which I don't really like. The pores will look a little huge for the first few minutes before it's totally dried down, but after that, the skin will look brightened & dewy.
Pros:
- Light-weight texture
- Non-greasy
- Water resistant (80minutes as claimed by the brand, but I never tested it before)
- Cooling sensation
- No white cast at all (because it's a chemical sunscreen)
- Leaves a dewy finish on the skin
- Has alcohol ingredient but does not dry out my skin (it makes sunscreen dries easily & the sunscreen has moisturising ingredients to contrast with that)
Cons:
- Strong alcohol smell
- Makes my T-zone more oily, which comes to the next point, 👇
- Blackheads grow faster (1 week) than usual (2 weeks) after using
- May be not suitable to oily skin people
Final Thoughts & Conclusion:
I've emptied more than 10 bottles (& different formulations), tried Hada Labo Perfect UV Gel & ended up coming back to this again because I prefer the non-draggy, smooth feeling during application & the dewy, but non-sticky finish. I've tried their ^Watery Gel (90ml RM53.61) too, with a rectangular bottle packaging that feels the same, but more watery & the alcohol smell is not that strong (Judging the consistency, shouldn't this be called gel then the watery gel be called essence..? LOL)
The sunscreen can definitely be your "best everyday sunscreen" as it's a chemical sunscreen that's very lightweight, non-sticky & no white cast (if you don't mind the alcohol smell).
After half day of application, my oily T-zone will appear a little oily (I have dry-combination skin) even if I don't have much activity throughout the day, only sitting in air-conditioned room 90% of the time. The blackheads in my T-zone & chin area also grow faster than usual, as usually it'll be very visible only after 2 weeks, but after using this sunscreen, I have to exfoliate by the end of the week.
//Little Story about My Sunscreen Journey//
My first sunscreen brand since secondary school (2011), when it was still in its simple & plain light blue packaging. I got it as a birthday gift from my friend & that's how I started using sunscreen so early, plus that was the period of time when we always stand under the sun for at least 30 minutes of assembly at 12 noon every single day. Even though that time I didn't know that the sunscreen's all melted after you sweat & requires reapplication after 2 hours for better result, at least I still applied sunscreen once a day. Also, I did double cleanse since then. I'm not sure where did I learned it from, but most probably is because I started using makeup at the same time.
//Back to The Points//
Ever since year 2017, I dived more into Korean skincare and tone-up sunscreens & started trying out other brand's sunscreen. I've only started using it back the original version in year 2019 & this COOL limited edition version lately.
2011: When squeeze out the product, it's more white in color than the newer versions that's more creamy color. Alcohol smell is not that strong.
2017: More satin finish (Reviewed by a skincare blogger, check out her blog for more comparisons)
2019: I feel like it feels almost the same as 2011's version, but with a stronger alcohol smell & more water/sweat resistant (I never tested this before, so I couldn't prove anything)
Biore UV recently came out with the Aqua Rich Light Up 70g version with royal jelly extract (the cool & original version also have this) & pearl pigment that claims to have a tone-up effect. I'll try to get that on my hands soon & review 💜😆
After changing to a more occlussive moisturiser, my T-zone is no longer super oily. The sunscreen suits my skin pretty well, just like how it used to be many years ago. It's the Innisfree Jeju Orchid Gel Cream that makes my skin producing excessive oil, probably due to its Squalane ingredient/that my skin's lack of moisture.
Price
vs. Value: ★★★☆☆
50ml, RM25 on June 2020 @Watsons retail shop,
last for 2 months for one application, everyday for face & neck.
Repurchase? ★★★☆☆
3★: One of the best lightweight chemical sunscreen I've used
2☆: Strong alcohol smell, makes my T-zone more oily (+more blackheads) & I prefer tone-up sunscreen
Where to Get It On Your Hands:
Shop at ^YesStyle with my rewards code JAYNELIM20 to enjoy extra discounts
- COOL RM63.42
Shop at ^YesStyle with my rewards code JAYNELIM20 to enjoy extra discounts - ORI RM63.42
Watsons Shopee COOL, Original version 50ml RM22-30, 85ml RM27-30
Watsons Website COOL, Original version 50ml RM22-30, 85ml RM27-30
Guardian Shopee COOL, Original version 50ml RM22-30
Guardian Website COOL, Original version 50ml RM22-30
Any drugstore/pharmacy nearby you
💖NOTE: this COOL version is limited edition, so grab it while stock lasts
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Disclaimer: All the products are purchased with my own hard-earned money and every photos are strictly owned by me. The opinions are on my own, unbiasedly & truthfully, but it could vary depending on individual. I'm not an expert in any field nor a licensed individual. Every review is based on my personal preference & for entertainment purpose only. What works for me may not work for you because skincare is personal. I have dry-combination skin (oily T-zone, dry U-zone) but it doesn't mean that you'll have the same experience as me if you have the same skin type as we have different lifestyle and living environment. Try everything at your own risk.
*I cannot guarantee that the ingredient list from this website are 100% accurate, as it's not the official ingredient list given by the brand. Kindly refer to the packaging for the latest & most accurate ingredient list when you purchase the product.
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