Innisfree Tone Up Watering Sunscreen EX 60ml, including what it does, the key ingredients, texture & finish, plus pros/cons and usage tips. If you want, I can also pull up where to get it in Pakistan (Makeup Stash Pakistan etc.).
Name: Innisfree Tone Up Watering Sunscreen EX
Size: 60 ml
SPF / PA: SPF 50+ / PA++++
Type: Hybrid (Chemical + Mineral) tone‑up sunscreen with a watery cream / lightweight base
Provides strong sun protection (broad spectrum) against both UVB and UVA rays, guarding against sunburn, pigmentation, and premature aging.
Has a tone‑up / brightening effect: brightens the skin a bit (natural tone up) so that the skin looks more radiant and even.
Lightweight, airy / watery cream texture that spreads easily, absorbs well, feels hydrating, not heavy or greasy.
Designed to avoid “white cast”, meaning minimal visible residue, even for warmer or more olive skin tones (though tone‑up creams always have some risk of cast depending on skin tone)
Can be used as a makeup base / primer step. Because it has a bit of tone / tint / brightening effect, it helps makeup look more even from the start.
Here are some of the standout ingredients, and what they contribute:
Ingredient | Function / Benefit |
---|---|
Purified Water | Base of the formula; delivers hydration when combined with humectants. |
Glycerin & Butylene Glycol | Humectants: draw moisture into skin; help keep it hydrated and comfortable. |
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (aka Uvinul A Plus) | Chemical UV filter, especially good for UVA protection; photostable. |
Homosalate | UVB filter; helps protect from sunburn. |
Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Bis‑Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Polysilicone‑15 | Other UV filters / stabilisers; together give broad spectrum coverage. |
Titanium Dioxide (including CI 77891) | Mineral UV filter and also helps with tone‐up / tint; contributes to physical protection. |
Silica | Helps with texture; gives a less greasy finish, helps reduce shine. |
Vitamin C derivative (Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether) | Brightening, antioxidant effects. Helps improve tone and combat oxidative damage. |
Tocopherol (Vitamin E) | Antioxidant, helps preserve formula and protect skin. |
Other emollients / stabilisers / film formers (Cetearyl alcohol, various acrylates, etc.) | Help with feel, spreadability, maintaining texture, making sure it applies smoothly and stays put. |
Light‑weight “watery cream” texture—not heavy or paste‑like.
Gives a natural radiance / glow (“watering” look) thanks to a slightly dewy or luminous finish.
Doesn’t leave an overly greasy or oily sheen; more balanced, hydrated but fresh.
Minimal white cast for many users, but as with all tone‑up / tinted sunscreens, effect depends on how much you apply and your base skin tone.
Pros:
Strong UV protection (very good SPF / PA rating) which is suitable for daily use in intense sun.
Dual effect: protection + subtle cosmetic correction (tone‑up / brightening) = can reduce need for heavy makeup under the sun.
Lightweight and more comfortable for many than thick or greasy sunscreens.
Good hydrating ingredients make it better for dry / normal to combination skin.
Cons / Things to Watch Out For:
If you have darker skin tones, tone‑up effect might appear a bit ashy or pale, especially if over‑applied.
Contains fragrance, which some sensitive skin may dislike.
As with all sunscreens, needs re‑application when sweating or after swimming.
Because it's partly mineral + chemical, removal may require good double cleansing.
At the end of your skincare routine (after moisturizing, before makeup).
Apply a generous amount to face, neck, and any exposed skin; make sure it’s evenly spread.
Gently pat for better absorption, especially around edges (hairline, jawline).
If wearing makeup, you can use this as your base / primer.
Reapply every 2‑3 hours when exposed to direct sun or after water / sweat.
At night, remove with proper cleanser (oil cleanser if you use makeup or sunscreen with mineral filters) to avoid buildup.
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