
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
A cushion foundation with SPF protection
FEATURES
Lightweight, portable, covers imperfections, protects against UV rays, boosts radiance
BEST FOR
All, Oily, Combination, Dry, Normal
CHECKS
Does not contain information provided
Who Is It For?
Not Specified Likely For Adults Of All GendersWhat Does It Help With?
Covering Imperfections Uv Protection Boosting RadianceBudget
Mid-rangeHow To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Sulwhasoo Says
Product Description:
A lightweight Korean cushion foundation, housed in a special sponge for on-the-go portability, is designed to create the perfect canvas, cover imperfections, protect against UV rays and boosts radiance without caking.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
(For 15 Ivory Pink shade)
Key Ingredients
Octinoxate, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide (sunscreen agents), Niacinamide, Glycerin, Honey, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Ingredients Details
Octinoxate
Common Name(s): Octyl methoxycinnamate,omc,parsol mcx
CAS Number: 5466-77-3
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides the most widely used uvb chemical filtration with light, elegant aesthetics.
Why It's Used: The global uvb standard โ octyl methoxycinnamate's combination of potent uvb absorption, light texture, and global approval makes it the most-used chemical uvb filter worldwide.
How It Works: Trans-cinnamate chromophore absorbs uvb at ฮปmax 308nm (ฮตmax ~24,000 l/molยทcm). undergoes trans-cis photoisomerisation reducing uv protection over time โ requires photostabilisation with avobenzone or octocrylene. oil-soluble for elegant formulation.
Typically Found In: Sunscreens,foundation with spf,tinted moisturisers
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ chemical uvb filter
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: Up to 10% (eu), 7.5% (us fda)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu max 10%. aquatic toxicity/coral reef concerns; hawaii and some us states restrict omc. requires photostabilisation for durable spf. ewg score: 5.
Works Well With: Standard skincare actives
Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Omc's trans-cis photoisomerisation (absorbing uv โ converting trans to less-absorbing cis form) was identified as the mechanism for sunscreen product spf decay after uv exposure. this photodegradation led to development of octocrylene and avobenzone photostabilisation strategies โ a pharmacokinetic discovery that fundamentally changed sunscreen formulation science.
Last Verified: Cosing database,fda uv filter otc monograph,eu cosmetics annex vi
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12