(REVIEW) SOOFE'E : Phyto Birch Tree Soothing Sun Essence — watery essence effect with UV protection and 0% purified water!

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two."


Believing that true benefits come from the forest they protect, with more than 40 years of commitment and patience, SOOFE'E turned a bare mountain into a forest full of birch trees. Birch sap, the unique natural ingredient of their products, can only be extracted in Mt. Indeung during Danoh (June 7) from birch trees that can withstand bitter cold.

PRODUCT
SOOFE'E's Phyto Birch Tree Soothing Sun Essence

INGREDIENTS

Betula Alba Leaf Extract, Alcohol Denat., Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Betula Alba Juice, Butylene Glycol, Butyloctyl Salicylatem, BHT, Cetyl Alcohol, Adenosine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Alumina, Aluminum Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone and Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil.

USES / BENEFITS
- UV Protection
- Sunscreen
- Soothing

SIZE

50ml

PRICE

P1,030 / $20.6

DETAILS

This product is suitable for all skin types. Containing 49% of SK Forest's origin birchganic for facial-moisturizing care, this is said to be perfect for those who want the effects of sun care and skin care combined.

The sap of the birch trees that SK Forest has been tending for 40 years directly contains a variety of nutrients such as amino acids, minerals and vitamins which help improve skin elasticity.

HOW TO USE

After my morning skincare routine, I put a decent amount of the product onto my finger and apply it on my cheeks, forehead, chin, nose and neck before spreading evenly or put an ample amount on the palm of my hands then apply it in a tapping motion for better and faster absorption.

PROS

I just want to talk about the packaging first; it comes with a box which is the staple feature of K-Beauty brands in the market, they always make sure they put them in a box or they really put in effort into their packaging. I really like how minimalist it looks like and the tube itself, although has a different color to the box, is very travel-friendly. Especially, being a sunscreen, it’s a must that it’s easy to bring anywhere and everywhere. With regards its scent, it’s actually alright for me and didn’t trigger any sniffles or allergies but some might find it a little too overwhelming because it’s not so subtle and you’ll be able to smell it the very moment you open the tube. The consistency is easily spread evenly because it doesn’t have the typical consistency of a sunscreen, or just that I haven’t encountered any sunscreen with the same consistency before but I do like that I don’t need to drag nor tug my skin just to spread the product evenly and thinly as possible. The color of the product is somewhat yellowish, I don’t know why the color is like that but it kind of neutralizes my skin’s appearance for some reason since my skin is a bit red to begin with and I tend to have rosacea when it’s hot so this is a good thing for me. It protects my skin really well and it’s not heavy on the skin because of the light consistency. Also, I have a combination skin type and we all know that some sunscreens tend to make our skin oily or dry and nothing in between, but this one really matched with my skin type. It’s non-drying yet doesn’t make me skin more oily or greasy as it should be, it actually gives quite a nice shiny finish but in a good way and doesn’t have any white cast to it which is very hard to find in sunscreens nowadays. Lastly, it didn’t trigger any breakouts or worst, milia seeds to appear on my skin while using this product.

CONS

Some minor cons I’ve found within the product is that, it doesn’t have any English translations of the ingredients on the box, neither on the tube but Charis has that covered because they have the ingredients list in English on their website. Second, although I have praised the consistency being light, I had my fair share of mishaps the first few times I used it as it was extremely runny and watery which I never expected it to be. So I always store it cap side up because if I do it the other way around, there’s a possibility that the moment I open it, the product spills out more than what I need and you all know I hate wasting products. Especially if I really think they are awesome.

VERDICT

SOOFE’E is actually a brand I’ve never heard before and Charis recently carried the brand which is how I discovered them and I didn’t know anything about the brand or what to expect. Out of all the products that was available on Charis, this is my first choice because I love sunscreens and I always run out of it as I make sure I wear sunscreen every single day, sunny or rainy, going out or staying home, I have to wear sunscreen and you guys should too. Despite the cons I found, I still feel that this sunscreen did its purpose. Protecting my skin without causing any damage to it! It even has bonus of soothing and moisturizing my skin amazingly. It has a lot of benefits for the skin, not only for sun protection and I know the price isn’t very affordable but its size is quite big and a little goes a long way, by the looks of it, it can last for months! And it delivers what it’s supposed to do which makes it more worth it. It’s also one of the few sunscreens from a Korean brand that is truly perfect for all skin types and as much as a lot of brands claims that, it’s very hard to find a legit one. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

RATING

99/100 ✨

DISCLAIMER : What works for me might not work for you and vice versa. Please do a patch test for 24 hours especially if you have sensitive skin before using any new products to make sure that it would not irritate your skin. If allergic reactions occur, rinse it off immediately and consult a doctor.

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