Some brands are specialized in skincare, some are in makeup. JungSaemMool is a makeup brand launched in 2015 by makeup artist Jung Saem Mool. Makeup can't exist without a good base. In 2024, JungSaemMool introduced its new line of sunscreens, including the Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun. Given the importance of a flawless base for makeup, could this sunscreen be the ultimate choice to wear under your foundation? Let's dive into what makes the Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun a promising contender for makeup lovers looking for sun protection without compromise.
What's UV?
UV stands for Ultraviolet. It's nothing else but the selected range of frequencies of the electromagnetic spectrum. UV rays are invisible to humans, but that doesn't mean they don't exist. Each type of UV—UVA, UVB, and UVC—has different wavelengths and properties.
UVA, UVB and UVC - what do each of them do and where can you meet them?
I'm sure you know about UVA and UVB, but UVC or the difference between UVA2 and UVA1? Let's start from the shortest wavelengths - UVC (100nm - 280nm) exist in space and is absorbed by the ozone layer, it can kill bacteria that's why on Earth you can find it in germicidal lamps - you might ask me, but these lamps are usually visible to a human - it's because they are made in a way that makes them safe for you and other people - you shouldn't enter the room when the UV lamp is on and make people aware that the lamp is on we add other substances so the lamp has a blue/purple colour when it's on. This technology is used for example at labs and hospitals. We all remember UVB (280nm –315nm) because it is said that B in UVB stands for BURN. Indeed, this UV length is responsible for sunburns, but it also helps with the synthesis of Vitamin D - a vitamin which we all need because lack of it can lead to osteoporosis. UVB is focused on the epidermis aka the outer layer of the skin while UVA (315nm –400nm) can penetrate through the epidermis and dermis so it penetrates your skin deeper. A in its name stands for Aging. The bad news is that UVA can penetrate glass, and both UVA and UVB cause lots of damage including skin cancer and oxidative stress.
Should I wear sunscreen at home?
We already know that UVA penetrates through the glass so do we need to use sunscreen at home? Yes, especially if you spend lots of time working near the window then it's better to put on a layer of sunscreen in the morning and have any type of protection at home as well. But you can also use window films to reduce the risk. The choice is left to you, what I do is keep my blinds on the window during the entire morning and when the sun is not that intense because my windows are situated on the Eastern side the light usually starts to fade afternoon - usually by afternoon I already have sunscreen on, few times reapplied.
What's the difference between mineral and chemical sunscreen?
It depends on which side we look at this topic. Mineral sunscreens are sunscreens that don't contain any carbon atoms - this automatically makes them inorganic sunscreens. Chemical sunscreens contain carbon atoms, which makes them organic substances. The main difference is that mineral sunscreen usually leaves a white cast, and it's better if we use both Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide for a broad spectrum of UV protection. Chemical sunscreens don't leave a white cast, and they have more sophisticated formulas. Both are amazing, in some cases, PIH (hyperpigmentation), mineral sunscreens, and natural pigments can make a good layer of protection from UV rays.
Sunscreen reapplication
The majority of brands recommend reapplying sunscreen every 2-3 hours. The reason behind this is simple - we are active, we are sweating, we wear clothes or we touch our faces. All these things can remove a layer of sunscreen from the skin. We react differently to the same amount of UV radiation - my skin might react badly to 5 minutes of sun without protection, and my skin might need 10 more minutes. That's why on average we say that reapplying sunscreen every 2-3 hours is the best.
Brand introduction Jungsaemmool
Jungsaemmool is a makeup brand created by makeup artist Jung Saem Mool. Her makeup journey started in 1991. In 2005 she opened her academy. She's a makeup artist who did makeup for stars such as Song Hye-Kyo, BOA or Lee Mi-Yeon. She launched her brand in 2015, but she did many wonderful things like she was a Clinique Global Color Pro Artist. Right now Jungsaemmool is available not only in Korea, but Thailand, Japan, China, Singapore, Kuwait, Malaysia, Philippines and Hong Kong. You can find Jungsaemmool on Olive Young Global's website. The brand is focused on professional products and natural beauty - makeup is supposed to show your natural beauty. The brand has seven key principles: thin as thin&thick technique to define the facial structure, warm&cool technique for a youthful look, wet&dry technique for long-lasting makeup, lost&found skill to define eyes and lips, simple&complex technique and old&new technique.
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun - Packaging
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun came in a paper box. Inside the box, I can spot a tiny 5ml tube and a full-size 50ml packaging of Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun. It kinda looks like a tennis ball because of the colours, but it's more like a cushion. Its rounded packaging looks so elegant and fresh. There's one part that is cut so you can make this bottle of Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun stand. I was surprised that such a small box contains 50ml of product.
It's good that the white part is at the bottom of the packaging because the box itself is quite hard and it's hard to squeeze the texture. Even if I like the applicator, this packaging is a bit hard to use.
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun - Texture & Scent
The texture of Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun is creamy, but once you touch it, it feels more like a lightweight cream that you can easily blend into your skin. It is white with a delicate yellow tint. Once you start to blend this texture, you can see a beige or orange capsule hidden in this texture. Don't worry; these capsules will melt once you touch them.
Photo above: Jungsaemmool promotional material*
It leaves a delicate, velvet tint on the hand. It feels creamy and moisturizing. I don't see any white cast on my skin, but it gives skin a healthy shine.
It's a scented product, it has a delicate scent, and it's a combination of this typical SPF scent with some creamy notes and flowers. It's hard to describe what this scent reminds me of.
Photo above: Jungsaemmool promotional material*
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun - UV Protection
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun SPF50+ PA++++ is one of the products where the brand decided to share the results from the UV Protection trial. This sunscreen has SPF50+ and PA is above 16 so that's why it has ++++.
Photo above: Jungsaemmool promotional material*
Is Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun vegan-friendly?
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun has EVE Vegan certification. It doesn't contain any animal-derived ingredients. It's also a reef-friendly sunscreen.
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun - Ingredients
Water, Propanediol, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Niacinamide, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Caprylyl Methicone, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Behenyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Mannitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sucrose, Panthenol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Dipropylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Cholesterol, Ceramide NS, Ceramide NG, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ceramide EOP, Fragrance, Iron Oxide Yellow
Water hides in cosmetic products under names such as Aqua or Eau. It's a solvent, but it's not your regular drinking water. Water in skin care needs to fit some standards. It should be clean and free from minerals, microorganisms, or other substances. Usually, water makes up the majority of the product's content. Propanediol, also known as natural glycol, is an alternative to propylene glycol. It is a solvent with additional moisturizing properties, making the product smooth to the touch. It can even improve the effectiveness of active ingredients. Dibutyl Adipate is an oily emollient. This oil-soluble ingredient dissolves in oils. It creates a hydrating film on the surface of the skin to prevent the skin from dehydration. You can see it in sunscreens as a solvent.
Ethylhexyl Triazone or Uvinul T 150 is a sun-protecting agent. It covers the UVB range (280-320nm). Its peak is at 314 nm. Butyloctyl Salicylate is a solvent commonly used in sunscreens. It stabilizes some sunscreen agents and boosts SPF protection. Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone that protects your skin from dehydration by creating a film on the surface of the skin. Silicones have a positive meaning to your skin - they make products easier to spread, make the formula more elegant and even protect skin and hair. Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate or Uvinul A Plus is a sun-protecting agent. It covers the UVA range (320-400 nm), and its peak of protection is 354 nm. Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is an oily emollient derived from coconut. Some people call this amazing emollient, a "natural silicone". It leaves a silky, moisturizing film on the surface of the skin.
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 - a vitamin soluble in water. It helps with problems like wrinkles, acne, skin texture, and enlarged pores and promotes collagen synthesis. Niacinamide makes the skin barrier stronger. It might be handy in cellulite treatments. Do you want to fight pigmentation or uneven skin? Try to mix niacinamide with Kojic Acid, Arbutin, Vitamin C, Tranexamic Acid or Retinol. Drometrizole Trisiloxane or Mexoryl XL is a sun-protecting agent developed and patented by L'Oréal Group in 1989. It's a chemical, photostable sunscreen that protects the skin from the negative effects of UVA & UVB radiation. According to the brand, Mexoryl XL is safe for the environment.
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol sounds a bit like a magic spell. You might know it as a Tinosorb M - a new generation of sun-protecting agents. Tinosorb M is a broad-spectrum filter since it covers UVA and UVB wavelengths (280-400nm). It's a so-called hybrid sunscreen agent because it's between mineral and chemical sunscreen agents. It might leave some white cast. Caprylyl Methicone is an alkylmethyl silicone and emollient. It has a waxy texture, and it makes the product easier to apply. It works great with natural ingredients and pigment. It's a volatile silicone so you don't have to worry - it disappeared almost right after application.
Glycerin or Glycerol is a humectant. Depending on the product, its origin can be natural or synthetic. It protects TEWL (transepidermal water loss), which naturally occurs in the skin. It's one of the NMFs and a natural moisturizing factor. It's practical in hair care. Glycerin won't clog your skin or irritate it—just the opposite—it protects your skin from irritation. 1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic solvent and preservative. It protects products from microorganisms by boosting other preservatives. At the same time, it can moisturize the skin and has no unpleasant effects on the epidermis. Butylene Glycol is a common ingredient in products. It's not only a solvent. We use butylene glycol because it helps penetrate active ingredients, protects products from drying, and moisturizes skin and hair. This ingredient can prevent hair loss and make your hair stronger. Pentylene Glycol is mostly a solvent and stabilizer, but it has great moisturizing properties.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract or Neem Flower Extract is an antioxidant. It has antibacterial and soothing properties. Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract or Neem Leaf Extract has antibacterial properties. Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract or Turmeric Root Extract is an ingredient that everyone with acne-prone skin should know. Turmeric is a herb used in traditional medicine, but you probably know it as a spice. What's so great about this ingredient? It's an antioxidant with soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It might reduce redness on your skin and it might be even helpful with acne, sebum production, wrinkles or pigmentation. Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract or Tulsi Leaf Extract has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Laminaria Japonica Extract is an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial antioxidant. It's a source of fucoidan and laminarin. It has moisturizing properties.
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract is an ingredient related to hanbang - traditional Korean medicine. It's an antioxidant with moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Aloe is a common ingredient in beauty products. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract has moisturizing properties. Aloe pulp contains over 95-99% of water. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract can be helpful after sunburns, sun exposure, acne, and sensitive skin. Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract is a source of flavonoids. It's an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract or Japanese Mountain Yam Root Extract is a source of ascorbic acid, tannin, iron, niacin, riboflavin and zinc. Corallina Officinalis Extract or red algae extract is an antioxidant. It's a source of Vitamin C, E, zinc and iron. It has soothing and anti-aging properties. It might help with moisture level.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil is a red/orange oil. A source of vitamin E, Omega-7, lycopene and zeaxanthin. It works as an antioxidant and oily emollient. Sea Buckthorn Oil can make your skin orange. Hydrogenated Lecithin is a version of lecithin. It works as an emollient in the formulas. Sodium Hyaluronate or sodium salt of hyaluronic acid. It's a form of hyaluronic acid and naturally occurs in the skin. Sodium Hyaluronate has strong water-binding properties. Sodium hyaluronate combined with elastin and collagen is like a scaffolding for the skin. It has hydrating properties and leaves a hydrating film on the skin, but sodium hyaluronate prevents skincare products from drying. Behenyl Alcohol might sound scary, but it's a fatty alcohol. This type of alcohol is positive for the skin since it works as an emollient. It helps with the texture of the product.
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891) is a mineral (or physical) sunscreen agent. It protects your skin from UVB and UVA II radiation and might cover some lower waves in the UVA I spectrum. It has a typical white colour visible on the skin, unless it's a nano version then this white tint might not be visible at all. This ingredient has a second task - it works as a pigment. Titanium Dioxide works perfectly for skin that needs visible protection like skin with melasma, nice that white pigment works as a barrier or protective film on the skin. It has one additional task, it makes products stay fresh a bit longer. Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate stabilizes the emulsion. Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate is an oil-in-water emulsifier, suitable for vegans. Decyl Glucoside is a non-ionic surfactant that works as an emulsifier and thickener. Zea Mays (Corn) Starch is a yellow powder. It's a thickener.
Tromethamine is a synthetic pH adjuster. Carbomer is a synthetic thickener. Mannitol is a sugar, and sugars in skincare have moisturizing properties. Microcrystalline Cellulose is an absorbent and stabilizer. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer with a large molecule. It works as a thickener and emulsion stabiliser. Sucrose is nothing but sugar, and what do sugars do in cosmetics? They moisturize! Panthenol is a humectant. It prevents skin from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). Panthenol is also known as vitamin B5, and it helps with inflammation. Panthenol can soothe the skin irritated by preservatives, scent ingredients, and chemical sunscreens - it might have a meaning for lipids in our skin and skin barrier. It speeds up the healing process. It's good to use it after sunbathing. In hair care, Panthenol has moisturizing properties. If you have problems detangling your hair or hair growth go for Panthenol. It is good to mix it with niacinamide and zinc oxide. You can see it in products for atopic dermatitis or psoriasis.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid is a dispersing agent for mineral sunscreens and pigments. It makes the white cast less visible and can work as a thickener. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an oil-in-water emulsifier. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a thickener; it helps create elegant, non-sticky formulas. Ethylhexylglycerin is a preservative with subtle moisturizing and antimicrobial properties. Adenosine naturally occurs in the skin. One of the roles of adenosine in our bodies is that of neurotransmitter. In skin care, we use adenosine for its anti-wrinkle properties. Adenosine is an anti-inflammatory ingredient. It can boost collagen production. At the same time, it speeds up the healing process. Adenosine can have positive effects on reducing redness. In hair care, adenosine can help with hair loss.
Aluminum Hydroxide, or CI 77002, is a white pigment and emollient. It's used in antiperspirants because it absorbs sweat and sebum. It's also a coating ingredient for UV-protecting ingredients. Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to coat sunscreens and pigments. It makes the product easier to spread. Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide that works as a thickener. Ascorbic Acid is an antioxidant that stimulates collagen (type I and III) and elastin production. It helps with pigmentation - both PIE & PIH. It is better to use vitamin C during the morning routine because it boosts the efficiency of sunscreen. Ascorbic Acid can fix what free radicals destroy. Brands recommend mixing ascorbic acid with ferulic acid and vitamin E. Vitamin C has a cardinal role in strengthening the blood vessels and boosting wound healing. Ascorbic Acid in a concentration above 10% might be too irritative for sensitive skin or rosacea - even some acne-prone skin might not enjoy it.
Tocopherol is an antioxidant known as Vitamin E. It's an oil-soluble vitamin that fights free radicals and makes UVB protection and natural lipid barrier stronger. It's good to mix it with vitamin C for better effects. Oily skin might react with pore-clogging to vitamin E. It is not true that vitamin E works as a preservative or helps with scars. Ceramides naturally occur in the skin - it's like cement in the skin. Ceramide NP or Ceramide 3 strengthens the skin barrier to prevent dehydration. Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent with moisturizing properties. Glyceryl Stearate is an emollient with emulsifying properties. Ceramide AS protects skin from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss), makes your skin barrier stronger and prevents skin desquamation. Ceramide AP or Ceramide 6-II is one of the ingredients found in intercellular cement. It protects the skin from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss) and it makes the skin barrier stronger.
Cholesterol is a lipid with a crucial role in our skin. This ingredient makes sure that our skin barrier is healthy. It can also work as a stabilizer. Ceramide NS is one of the ingredients found in intercellular cement. It makes the skin barrier stronger and it prevents dehydration. It calms irritated skin. Ceramides naturally occur in the skin - it's like a cement in the skin. Ceramide NG is one of the types of Ceramides, and it has an important role in the skin. With age ceramide levels in the skin decrease. Ceramide NG helps to keep your skin barrier strong and protects your skin from damage. This ingredient helps with wrinkles and moisture of the skin. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a low-weight humectant. We have to remember that not every molecule can get through the skin surface and lower molecule HA can penetrate the skin deeper and bring moisture inside the skin. It's a natural polymer that binds water in the skin to prevent TEWL (transepidermal water loss).
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is related to sodium hyaluronate. It boosts moisture in the skin and elasticity. It helps prevent skin from TEWL (transepidermal water loss). Ceramide EOP (also known as Ceramide 1) protects skin from TEWL (Transepidermal Water Loss). It's mostly recommended for dry skin, aging skin or dehydrated and sensitive skin. It creates a protective, occlusive layer on the surface of the skin. Ceramide EOP can help with hair care. Fragrance (Parfum) is a scent composition. It can cause allergic reactions. Iron Oxide Yellow or Iron Oxides (CI 77492) is a matte, yellow pigment.
How does Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun work?
Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun is a sunscreen recommended for daily use. It's described as a watery essence. It's a product that should easily blend with the skin to create a base for flawless makeup. I guess that's something that we expect from a product created by a makeup brand. I don't know about your experience but my sunscreen experience is that some sunscreens are pilling. One of the products I had such a problem with is Kaine Green Fit Pro Sun SPF 50+. Thankfully, Jungsaemmool created a product that is created to work well with makeup, especially Jungsaemmool's Skin Nuder Long Wear Cushion which I haven't tried before.
Read more about: Kaine Green Fit Pro Sun SPF 50+
Photo above: Jungsaemmool promotional material*
These tiny beige/orange capsules are vitamin capsules, but Jungsaemmool added a VITAFULL-EX solution to give the skin a healthy, vibrant look. VITAFULL-EX is a combination of Nicotinamide (20,000 ppm), Panthenol (1,000ppm), Ascorbic Acid (75,000ppb), Tocopherol (9,500ppb) and Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil (1,000ppb). It's like a multivitamin for the skin. I do feel like this solution makes skin look brighter and healthier.
I have to admit that this is the most elegant sunscreen I've ever seen. The makeup stays longer on the skin, but you need to use moisturizer that goes well with your skin type, once I used thicker moisturizer, it didn't give me as good results are before, but still, I was surprised how well this sunscreen works with my favourite Espoir cushion.
Read more about: Espoir Be Glow Volume Cushion
The texture feels comfortable on the skin, it doesn't sting my eyes, my skin looks brighter than before and it doesn't give the feeling of dry skin after hours. You can easily reapply it - you can even use it on makeup, but in this case, a little retouching might be needed.
Where to buy Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun and how much does it cost?
I bought the Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun set (50ml +5ml) on Olive Young*. It costs $30 at regular price, but you can find it on sale for $24 or even less. You can use my code BETWEEND0 to save on your order.
Overall, Jungsaemmool Sunsual Vita Capsule Sun surprised me a lot since I didn't expect to like it so much.
Have you ever tried this sunscreen before?
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