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Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence SPF 50 Sunscreen: Review

Tuesday, September 04, 2018

Bioré® offers coveted Japanese skincare formulas that treat your skin with tender loving care. Its makeup removers and sunscreens are some of the most sought after in Asia. Go from work to working out, or have some outdoor fun with skin that’s always beautiful. Bioré is the ideal skin care partner for the modern woman.

Suitable for face and body application, Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ PA+++ contains Aqua Micro Capsules which has UV absorbing ingredients to provide strong, long-lasting double block yet with light and cool “Water-like” fresh feeling. Non-sticky and non-greasy, it spreads and absorbs by the skin easily, and it is so comfortable for everyday use. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Mix Citrus Essence as moisturising ingredients to keep skin hydrated.

Features & Benefits: Mild fresh fruity fragrance. Easy to spread on skin. Allergy tested. Quick absorption.

Packaging

WHAT YOU GET: (1) tube UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+ PA++++

NET WEIGHT: 50g

Aqua Micro Capsules with UV block ingredients provide superior sun protection while keeping skin cool and refreshed; enriched with moisture-binding and skin-plumping Hyaluronic acid; contains citrus essence to hydrate and smoothen skin; water-based texture for fast absorption; no white residue; suitable for use on the face.

CLAIM TO FAME: A cooling water-based sunscreen

Superior UV Protection: Long lasting UV protection with SPF50+ and the highest level of UVA protection (PA++++) to prevent age spots, loss of skin’s elasticity & dullness caused by sunburn.

High Water Resistance & Durable: High resistance to perspiration and water. This durable formula works like a strong UV protection veil that stays on the skin for longer.

Watery, Hydrating Essence and Makeup Base: Formulated with UV protection ingredients that are sealed in soft water capsules. It keeps skin continuously hydrated with Royal Jelly Extract, Hyaluronic Acid & Mixed Citrus Essence* for an instantly smoother skin texture. An ideal makeup base for a radiant & natural bare skin look.

PERFECT FOR: Daily sun protection

HOW TO APPLY: Apply evenly on face after moisturizer and before applying makeup.

Ingredients

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, cross-polymer of (lauryl methacrylate / sodium methacrylate), alkyl benzoate (C12-15), bisethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, hexyl diethylaminohydroxybenzoylbenzoate, dimethicone, ethylhexyl triazone , Dimethylsilylated silica, DPG, xylitol, dextrin palmitate, (acrylates / alkyl (C10-30)) crosspolymer, (dimethicone / vinyldimethicone) crosspolymer, polysilicone-9, glyceryl stearate, AMP, Vinyl dimethicone / methicone silsesquioxane) crosspolymer, agar, isoceteth-20, alkyl (C30-45) methicone, polyvinyl alcohol, olefin (C30-45), sodium hydroxide BG, PG, hyaluronic acid Na, royal jelly, orange fruit extract, grapefruit fruit extract, lemon fruit extract, phenoxyethanol, EDTA-2Na, BHT, perfume

P445 in Watsons Philippines

The sunscreen comes in a tube packaging that is packaged inside a carded blister pack. I love the blue colour of the plastic tube packaging and the fact that it’s a squeeze tube with a screw top lid, which makes it so handy and great for travelling.

SPF 50 PA ++++

Texture and Smell

As the name suggests, it is a watery gel texture. It is neither too thick nor too runny and I was so surprised when I rubbed the sunscreen on my skin to absorb – it literally feels like water and absorbs instantly into the skin!

Lightweight and easy to apply

What I like:

Watery texture when applied (supery light)
Absorbs quick
High SPF
No white cast
Doesn’t look weird or streaky when sweating
Did not seem to irritate / aggravate my skin. Did not sting.

What I don’t like:

A bit of a ‘cream’ after feel on your face (you can tell you are wearing a cream even after the sun block sets) – this could be because I apply a lot of sun block.
The chemical as hell smell when applying.
Perfume
Alcohol

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE

Do I agree with Biore’s claims? Yes, I do! I use this as the last step in my morning skincare routine and use a dime size amount to cover my face and neck. Since the texture and consistency is gel-like and thin, it’s really easy to spread the product evenly on the skin.

Bioré's UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen is 100 percent worth buying. It more than holds its own against the competition in terms of effectiveness and invisibility on skin—and outshines in terms of price. The lightweight gel absorbs swiftly and smoothly, has zero grease factor (more of a fresh, dewy finish), and delivers a big dose of moisture to thirsty skin, thanks to glycerin and hyaluronic acid. It’s ideal for oily skin yet no matter your skin type, its outstanding SPF50+ blocks UV rays from doing their photo-aging, skin-damaging thing.

I recommend this sunscreen to practically everyone I know, that’s how much I love it! It opened up my eyes to how comfortable and weightless sunscreen could actually be, and it has continued to be my favorite summer sunscreen for the past several years. The Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is likely not a product for all skin types, or for all seasons. People with oily or combo skin will most likely enjoy this more than those with drier skin types, so if you are considering purchasing it, you might want to keep that in mind. Additionally, if you are in the throes of a skin-drying winter, this sunscreen may not be your best bet.

As for me, I’m thrilled to have summer sun protection that feels comfortable and leaves my skin looking happy!

Product Rating: 10/10

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