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This pink variant of Banobagi sunscreen is named Calming Care. With an SPF50+ sun protection factor, it promises comprehensive skin protection. Let's delve deeper into this product line to determine whether it's worth adding to your beauty routine.
Are you familiar with the Banobagi brand?
Banobagi is a South Korean brand under the Banobagi Medical Beauty Group, with a history of about 20 years. It has successfully met various beauty needs, gaining recognition in facial masks and whitening serums. The sunscreen also performs quite well.
Currently, Banobagi offers two types of sunscreen. One is the Milk Thistle Repair, a sun protection and wrinkle-reducing variant with a purple-themed packaging. The one we are reviewing today is the pink variant, Calming Care Tone-Up. Judging by its color and name, it's evident that it provides a subtle tone enhancement for a radiant complexion.
Banobagi Sunscreen's Appearance
As mentioned, this one has pink details and a pink cap. It's a tone-up formula. In general, the appearance is basic, similar to many other Korean sunscreens. The design is simple, with a small nozzle for easy dispensing, ensuring you won't accidentally squeeze out too much. The texture isn't overly liquid, providing peace of mind even if you're a bit heavy-handed. It's convenient for on-the-go use, resisting spills and messes in your bag or wherever you store it.
Oh, take a look at this adorable short tube – quite cute and chubby. The purple variant of Banobagi, in contrast, has a sleeker, more elongated design.
Structure and pH Level of Banobagi Sunscreen
I noticed the pH level of this one is 6.0, making it ideal for all skin types. The texture is quite dense, resembling a thick layer of primer. Upon application, it initially appears quite bright, almost dauntingly so. Hence, it's crucial to dispense only a small amount, around 1-2 pea-sized drops, and apply thinly and evenly across your face to avoid any white cast. The sunscreen absorbs quickly, ensuring a non-greasy finish.
Applying this sunscreen initially made my skin look unnaturally pale. It was a bit intimidating at first. Therefore, I recommend dispensing a small amount, around 1-2 pea-sized drops, and spreading it evenly across your face to avoid any white residue. The sunscreen absorbs swiftly, preventing any overly bright appearances.
Due to the tone-up effect, be cautious not to have too bright a base in your makeup routine. Personally, when using Banobagi sunscreen, I apply it and head out without much additional makeup. With my skin currently quite radiant, I don't need to conceal many imperfections. Applying sunscreen protects and brightens the skin just enough.
What are the ingredients in Banobagi Sunscreen?
Let's highlight some key names in the ingredient list for everyone to know. It includes Zinc oxide – an obvious physical sunscreen ingredient. The formulation features Sodium Hyaluronate, hydrolyzed soy protein, and extracts from 7 different plants. In general, it's relatively gentle.
Product evaluation: To conclude or not?
In my personal opinion, Banobagi sunscreen offers high sun protection and safe ingredients. Apart from sun protection, its main feature is skin tone enhancement, giving a radiant effect. It doesn't dry out the skin and provides decent hydration. As for the price, it's on the higher side at around 600k VND for a 40ml tube. The purple variant might be a more budget-friendly option, but this one does wonders for toning up the skin.
One thing everyone wonders about is the cost of Banobagi sunscreen. Well, it's on the pricier side, around 600k VND for a 40ml tube. The purple variant is a bit more budget-friendly, so you might want to consider that. However, this pink version does an excellent job of toning up the skin.
