K-Secret - Seoul 1988 Pine Tree + Ceramide Sun Cream 50ml

K-Secret - Seoul 1988 Pine Tree + Ceramide Sun Cream 50ml 

Product Name

K‑Secret Seoul 1988 Sun: Pine Tree + Ceramide
Net Volume: 50 ml
Made in Korea

What It Is

This is a chemical sunscreen (sun cream) that provides high broad‑spectrum UV protection (UVA + UVB) with SPF 50+ / PA++++, along with skin‑soothing, barrier‑strengthening, and anti‑aging support. It’s formulated to be lightweight, as the final step in your morning skincare routine, giving protection plus skin care benefits rather than just a plain protective layer.

Key Ingredients & Their Benefits

Here are the main ingredients and what they contribute:

What Makes It Special

• Broad Spectrum Protection: SPF 50+ and PA++++ gives high protection from UVB and UVA. Very important for Pakistani climate, with strong sun exposure. 

• Lightweight Texture, No White Cast: According to descriptions, it absorbs quickly, gives a glowy or slight dewy finish, without that heavy or chalky feel many sunscreens have. Good for daily wear under makeup.

• Skin Barrier Support: The ceramide + peptides + pine tree extract – helps strengthen barrier so that skin is more resilient, less reactive to sun, pollution, etc

• Blue Light Protection: With ingredients like butterfly ginger root extract to help protect from blue light damage. Particularly relevant if you use screens a lot. 

Skin Types & Concerns It’s Good For

This product is suited for:

• All skin types: dry, normal, combination, oily, sensitive. It’s formulated to avoid harsh irritants.Sensitive skin / reactive skin: Soothing ingredients (pine extract, ceramide) help reduce irritation.

• Skin with barrier damage, or seasons when skin is compromised (e.g. after exfoliation, harsh weather).

• Skin concerned about pigmentation, uneven tone, sun spots, or early signs of aging. Niacinamide and the peptides help with these.

• Daily use: under makeup, for work / outdoors, commuting—lightweight enough for everyday wear.

How to Use

1. Use as the last step in your morning skincare routine (after moisturizer or essences/serums). 

2. Apply a generous amount to face & neck. Don’t skimp—proper dosage is needed to reach the labelled SPF protection.

3. Massage/press gently until fully absorbed.

4. Re‑apply every 2‑3 hours (especially if sweating, swimming, or being outdoors a lot) to maintain sun protection.

5. If wearing makeup, let the sunscreen settle and dry slightly before applying makeup to reduce pilling.

Pros & What You’ll Like

• High level of UV protection with additional benefits (not just protection).

• Lightweight, comfortable wear; less chance of heavy, greasy feeling.

• Helps skin health (barrier repair, calming, anti‑aging) in addition to sun protection.

• No heavy white cast—good under makeup.

• Gentle formula: free from harsh alcohols, parabens, sulfates & artificial colours (according to retailer descriptions) 

Possible Drawbacks / What to Watch Out For

• It is a chemical sunscreen, which may be more irritating than physical filters for some extremely sensitive users. Always patch test.

• Because of its somewhat richer formula (ceramide + peptides + other actives), it might feel slightly more “active” or “skin‑care”‑like than a plain sunscreen. For some with very oily skin in humid weather, might feel a bit more on the moisturizing side.

• Need to apply enough amount and reapply adequately; skipping reapplication reduces effectiveness.

• Some users may notice mild scent (from botanical extracts), though the brand claims “free of artificial colours & harsh fragrance” in many descriptions. If you’re sensitive to smell, try a sample first.

Ingredients List (Full / Partial)

Here are many of the listed ingredients to help you check against allergies etc:

Water, Propanediol, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Methylene Bis‑Benzotriazolyl Tetramethyl‑butylphenol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Coco‑Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, Pinus Sylvestris Bud Extract (~10,009 ppm), Butylene Glycol, 1,2‑Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, etc., plus Ceramide NP (100 ppm), peptides (nonapeptide‑1, acetyl hexapeptide‑8, copper tripeptide‑1, etc.), adenosine, antioxidants.

Finish, Texture & Feel

• Texture: Lightweight cream / lotion‑sunscreen, not overly thick; spreads nicely,

• Absorption: Dries reasonably quickly, sinks in; not sticky if applied well.

• Finish: Slight glow / “healthy radiant” finish rather than matte; no heavy sheen or greasy residue. Also touted “no white cast”. 

How It Fits in a Skincare / Makeup Stash

• This can replace or be used alongside your regular sunscreen. It offers more than just SPF: it nourishes and helps repair, so fewer extra products needed for barrier support.

• Because of its glow finish and lightweight feel, it works well under makeup (foundations, BB cream, etc.). With no heavy white cast, your base makeup can settle better.

• Good for layering: after your serums & moisturizers in the morning. If you use primers / makeup, wait till it sets.

• For nights after heavy sun exposure, pair with calming / hydrating serums or sheet masks to replenish.

Final Verdict

If you’re looking for a sunscreen in Pakistan that:

• gives strong UV protection,

• is comfortable in hot/humid climate,

• supports your skin barrier (especially if your skin gets irritated easily),

• and gives a nice finish under makeup

then K‑Secret Seoul 1988 Sun: Pine Tree + Ceramide is a very solid choice. It’s more than just protection—it cares for your skin while defending it. The trade off might be a slightly “active” feel versus a very minimal sunscreen, but the benefits likely outweigh that for many users.