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UV Filter

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

Often labeled as: Tinosorb M

The hybrid chemical-physical UV filter.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly unique UV filter that acts as a hybrid. It exists as micro-fine organic particles that both absorb UV rays (like a chemical filter) AND reflect/scatter them (like a mineral filter).

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides robust broad-spectrum protection and stabilizes formulations.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can leave a slight white cast due to its particulate nature.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a micro-plastic.

The Science

It is an organic particulate, not a plastic polymer.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

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Relief Sun : Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun : Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++
Sunscreen

The viral sensation that redefined modern daily sun defense. Manufactured by Kolmar Korea, it features a highly sophisticated chemical matrix utilizing advanced, stable European filters (Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T 150, Tinosorb M, Iscotrizinol). It looks and feels exactly like a lightweight, elegant Korean dynamic daytime moisturizer. It dries completely clear with zero ashy white cast. While a dream for dry, normal, or dehydrated skin types, the rich 30% rice base and fermented grain extracts can induce minor congestion or a greasy sheen on hyper-oily skin paths in humid climates.

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Prebiotic Hydra Plus SPF25 Moisturiser
Aiken
Prebiotic Hydra Plus SPF25 Moisturiser
Moisturizer

A highly functional hybrid daytime moisturizer. It blends a robust Prebiotic/Postbiotic complex (Alpha-Glucan, Lactobacillus) to feed the cutaneous microbiome with stable chemical UV filters (Octocrylene, Tinosorb M, Uvinul T 150) to provide a solid baseline of SPF 25 protection. By utilizing lightweight silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane), it achieves a smooth, non-greasy finish that is vastly superior to traditional heavy drugstore sunscreens, making it an excellent all-in-one morning step for low-exposure days.

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Tea Tree Oil Face & Body Day Lotion SPF25
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Tea Tree Oil Face & Body Day Lotion SPF25
Moisturizer

A highly functional, massive-volume hybrid sunscreen and body lotion. It blends stable chemical UV filters (Octocrylene, Tinosorb M, Uvinul T 150) to provide a solid baseline of SPF 25 protection for low-exposure commutes. By utilizing lightweight silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane) and Tea Tree oil, it ensures that applying sunscreen to acne-prone skin on the chest or back does not result in massive, suffocating body breakouts.

โ˜… 9.4
Ceramide Bright Pink Glow & Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
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Ceramide Bright Pink Glow & Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Sunscreen

A modern, highly cosmetic hybrid sunscreen. It merges advanced organic and physical filters to provide formidable SPF 50 protection alongside a subtle, pink brightening tone-up effect to immediately combat sallow, yellow undertones. Built heavily on a 5x Ceramide complex, it actively patches micro-tears in the moisture mantle while defending against UV radiation. The inclusion of Niacinamide and Vitamin C ensures long-term brightening benefits without heavy greasy residues.

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Niacinamide Bright Instant Glow SPF50+ PA++++ Moisturiser
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Niacinamide Bright Instant Glow SPF50+ PA++++ Moisturiser
Sunscreen

An elegant hybrid sunscreen and moisturizer. It provides maximum daily UV protection alongside a clinical dose of Niacinamide. The formula is crafted to leave an immediate, subtle glow on the skin, instantly neutralizing dullness. It avoids heavy greasiness by utilizing volatile silicones that set into a beautiful, breathable daytime shield.