JUNGSAEMMOOL Pre-tect Sun Waterfull & Extreme
When a makeup artist who is known for her dedication to a creating the perfect, clear, and translucent skin base comes out with a skincare range and sun protection products, in particular, I am unsurprisingly more than willing to blindly try them. Its SPF ingredients were unknown to me at the point of purchase and I only knew the texture of JUNGSAEMMOL's Pre-tect Sun Waterfull SPF50+ PA++++ and Extreme SPF50+ PA+++ through their Instagram posts. After months of using both bottles, there are some aspects of both I am excited to share and others I wish could have been a little different.
JUNGSAEMMOOL's description:
Both have:
Bamboo Water - Soothe and calm irritated skin
Cottonseed Extracts - Keeps moisture in balance and controls excess sebum
Edelweiss Extracts - Locks in moisture
Waterfull
Double Boosting Sun Care
Waterfull not only delivers high protection to shield the skin from harmful UV rays but also is formulated to prime the face for makeup.
High UV Block
With powerfully upgraded PA++++, waterfull guards skin against harmful UV rays.
Moist and Fresh Finish
5 types of hyaluronic acids and 50% of water burst to keep skin moisturized in the hot weather. (Hydrolyzed glycosaminogylcan, Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Hyaluronic acid, and Sodium hyaluronate)
Optimal Moisture Balance
Lightweight lotion type texture enables moisture burst and quick absorption as you apply it in a rolling motion.
Formulated Without
6 types of paraben (methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben, isopropylparaben, butylparaben, isobutylparaben), chlrorphenesin, triethanolamine, phenoxyethanol
Extreme
Double Boosting Sun Care
Waterproof suncare not only delivers high protection to shield the skin from harmful UV rays but also is formulated to prime the face for the makeup.
Waterproof Effect
Water-proof formula with moisturizing and lightweight creamy texture enables long-lasting makeup without smudging from sweat and excess sebum.
Mild and Moisture Care
With its soothing and nourishing formula, bamboo water provides deep hydration and relieves sun-damaged skin.
Face and Body Multi Use
Non-sticky texture that applies effortlessly may also use on the body.
Formulated Without
6 types of paraben (methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben, isopropylparaben, butylparaben, isobutylparaben), chlorphenesin, triethanolamine
Directions
On the last step of the skincare, apply Waterfull/Extreme evenly on the face following the skin texture. When using the product, keep out of eyes. Extreme can be applied on the body as needed.
Ingredients
Waterfull
PURIFIED WATER, DENATURED ALCOHOL, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE (OCTINOXATE), HOMOSALATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE (OCTISALATE), DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE (UNIVUL A PLUS), PHENETHYL BENZOATE, PROPANEDIOL, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE (TINOSORB S), POLYSILICONE-15, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, SODIUM ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, GLYCERIN, ISOHEXADECANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, BEHENETH-25, ORANGE OIL, DIMETHICONE, POLYSORBATE 80, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, LAVENDER OIL, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, SUCROSE DISTEARATE, SORBITAN OLEATE, DISODIUM EDTA, BAMBOO WATER, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROLYZED GLYCOSAMINOGLYCAN, SODIUM HYALURONATE, EDELWEISS FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, BENZYL GLYCOL, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, COTTONSEED EXTRACTS, HYALURONIC ACID, RASPBERRY KETONE
Extreme (Waterproof)
PURIFIED WATER, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE
(OCTINOXATE), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE (OCTISALATE), BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE (AVOBENZONE), HOMOSALATE, OCTOCRYLENE, PHENETHYL BENZOATE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE (TINOSORB S), ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL, CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE (UVINUL T 150), BEHENYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE, ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, FRAGRANCE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, DIMETHICONE, POLYSILICONE-11, TROMETHAMINE, DEHYDROXANTHAN GUM, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, DISODIUM EDTA, BAMBOO WATER, GLYCERIN, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERYL CITRATE/LACTATE/LINOLEATE/ OLEATE, HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM PALMITOYL PROLINE, WATER LILY FLOWER EXTRACT, EDELWEISS FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM (COTTONSEED) EXTRACT
Waterfull 50 ml / 2.53 fl oz
JUNGSAEMMOL (Korean retail): ₩38,000
JUNGSAEMMOL (American retail): USD $41.86
Extreme 70 ml / 6.76 fl oz
JUNGSAEMMOL (Korean retail): ₩35,000
JUNGSAEMMOL (American retail): USD $38.55
Packaging
The choice of packaging works well with the formulation of each respective sunscreen. Both sunscreens come in squeeze-type bottles but Waterfull has a thick and rigid plastic with a pointy nozzle for its more fluid sunscreen while Extreme is soft and pliable plastic with a blunt tip for its thicker sunscreen. It seems that only the Extreme has a protective sticker seal, at least for my order.My only gripe would be they aren't even a little bit translucent. I prefer to be able to see how much product remains inside as I use something. It would have been especially for great for the Waterfull bottle because I can't physically see and feel the bottle shrinking like I could with Extreme.
Color, Texture, Finish, & Scent
The pictures I took don't quite do the color justice for Waterfull, which in reality has a slight pastel yellow tinge. It feels and spreads like a watery gel serum (if that makes any sense) and blends out to be clear. When used in large amounts, as one should for sunscreen, my skin gets a very dewy and has a shiny look. There isn't a tacky finish left behind yet if touched and pressed against, there will be a residual transfer. If used in lesser amounts, my skin has a nice sheen without being overwhelmingly "greasy". The initial scent is a strong powdery-clean yet floral perfume-like that becomes less noticeable.Extreme is accurately captured in the photos because it is indeed a stark white color. Fear not though this doesn't mean it leaves a white cast. (How could it when it is a "chemical" sunscreen?) Extreme has a very thick yet mousse-like consistency straight out of the tube. It takes a while to rub in and does become streaky as I am rubbing but, in time, does eventually blend into the skin and is clear in "color". Similar to Waterfull, Extreme leaves a very dewy and shiny look if using larger amounts, has a slight sheen in lesser amounts, and has the same clean yet floral scent.
How I Apply
To be clear, I am not advertising this as the "correct" amount to apply for sufficient SPF 50 protection.Squeeze the sunscreens directly from the bottle onto my face. I draw one line across my forehead, one line across each cheek, and one to two fingers worth for my neck and chest. Sometimes I like to rub the product to spread. Other times I like to pat each line until the product is evenly distributed and absorbed.
Squeeze the sunscreens from the bottle onto my index, middle, ring, and pinky finger on one hand and gently rub it against my other hand to slightly warm up the product and create an even thin layer. Pat the sunscreen onto my face and neck while trying to evenly apply.
Because of the textures, I typically prefer the first method for Waterfull and the second method for Extreme. But I did use the second method for both for a long time until I realized I might be losing sunscreen to the additional surface area of both my hands as opposed to putting the product straight onto my face and only using a finger or two to spread or pat.
Thoughts & Recommendations
Since I had no preconceived prejudiced against the sunscreens because of what their ingredients were, I could enjoy the "chemical" formulations for what they are: moisturizing and dewy sun protectors that make for a great makeup base. It was a pleasant surprise when I did find out both of these sunscreens include UV filters that aren't common in American products, Uvinul A Plus and Tinosorb S. These still aren't for those hoping to be able to use a cosmetical elegant sunscreen without the "bad" filters (whether you believe it to be bad for health or environment) because the Uvinul and Tinosorb are in addition to more typical American ingredients and not in replacement of.The formulations and application of the two sunscreens may be different but the end results are nearly identical. When I first squeezed both sunscreens onto my hands, I was immediately surprised by the textures of both. I almost couldn't believe how easy it was to blend Waterfull and a little intimidated by the thick consistency of Extreme. However, after both are fully worked into the skin they ultimately leave the same finish and feel.
These are great for wearing under makeup and doesn't cause makeup to get cakey at all. I love how both keep my drier/flakier patches at bay throughout the day (as long as I don't rub and pick at it). Oilier skin people would probably not enjoy these because the dewy/sheen does not go away. Powdering does help to make the finish less shiny but it isn't a true matte look.
JUNGSAEMMOOL markets the Extreme version to be waterproof (it says so on the packaging). I wouldn't say it to be true, especially when compared to "mineral" based sunscreens with Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide that basically repel water. Both Waterfull and Extreme wash away under running water; the difference comes where Extreme requires the gentlest rubbing to fully clean it off while Waterfull is even more effortless.
JUNGSAEMMOOL actually says to "Avoid contact with eyes" on the packaging; of course one would not put these products into their eyeballs, but I wonder if they also mean to not go anywhere near the eyelids and undereye area as well? Either way, both sunscreens do not irritate or sting my eyes upon immediate application near my eyes. As time goes on, when my skin oils and/or sweat starts to mix with the sunscreen and migrate closer towards the inner corner of my eyes both Waterfull and Extreme both cause a stinging sensation and gets teary. I can confidently say it is the sunscreens and not anything else in my routine because this does not happen with the more water resistant "mineral" sunscreens. It doesn't bother me much when I am inside and in a controlled environment but when things like wind, sun, and heat gets thrown into the mix I know to keep some tissues handy to immediately wipe my eye area clean.
I cannot say that these are the best products for the price range. At ~USD $40, plus and minus some for either, JUNGSAEMMOOL's Pre-Tect Sun Waterfull and Pre-Tect Sun Extreme are definitely higher-end sun protection. However, for the price to product given ratio, I would say the Extreme is more affordable. You get the same finish as Waterfull with a little more water resistance but it requires a little more time to work into the skin. For those who don't mind the price and would like something that is quicker and more reapplication friendly, Waterfull is definitely the way to go.
