- Release Date
- 2016.2.13 Repackaged in 2017 & 2018.
- Size
- 110g / 140g
- Brand
- SKIN AQUA
- Producer
- ROHTO Pharmaceutical Co.
- Product Type
- Sunscreen
- Price
- ยฅ1,000 / ยฅ1,200
- SPFใปPA
- SPF50+ยทPA++++
- UV Filter(s)
- Octinoxate,ย Uvinul A Plus,ย Tinosorb S & Uvinul T 150.
The product has been replaced or discontinued as of February 2020.
SKIN AQUA PRODUCTS
I purchased this sunscreen in Singapore under the name โSunplay Skin Aqua UV Watery Gelโ. Same packaging, same bottle design, same SPF and PA rating, but with different ingredients. Upon further inspection, I found out that the export version sold in other Asian countries is actually superior: it so turns out that the version I bought contains 6 UV filters versus the 4 found in the domestic Japanese version. The 2 extra filters are Ensulizone, and, believe it or not, Tinosorb M.
Not only does the export version have both Uvinuls, it also has both Tinosorbs. I have to admit that Iโm confused though. Why the variation? And why does the domestic Japanese version skip out on Tinosorb M โ pretty much the best UVA + UVB filter in existence โ while itโs included in the export version? Strange!
Itโs a completely different sunscreen from this. It isnโt the โexport versionโ and it isnโt made in Japan.
Most, if not all, Rohto products sold in Asia outside of Japan are developed and made by subsidiary companies in China, Vietnam, Indonesia, etc. They have similar (but not identical) packagings, names, and concepts because theyโre licensed by Rohto โ theyโre not developed or made by Rohto (unlike products in Japan).
Do you know if this has been discontinued? Sold out at YesStyle and Rakuten and the Amazon price went from $11 from when I bought it a while back to $17+. Thank you
Itโs still very much in production and readily available in Japan.
Thank you, thatโs good to know. I love this one, since it has no esters (unlike other light ones like Biore Essence) and is absolutely unique in that as far as I know. Very acne friendly
A few weeks ago this sunscreen was classified as โsebum resistantโ instead of โwater resistantโ, was that just a mistake or referring to an older version? Is it really water resistant?
The old (original) packaging had no mention of it being water or sweat-resistant anywhere. The new 2017 packaging, however, does โ at the front where โNEWโ used to be. That being said, ingredients (on the website and printed on the bottle itself) are still completely identical. I simply updated the listing to go with the most current info.
This is sunscreen formulated for everyday wear only, so personally I feel it makes no difference either way.
Are these chemical sunscreens all photo-stable? Also how does this compare to the Nivea Sun Protect Gel, is it somewhat moisturizing by itself?
Yes, itโs photostable. Itโs somewhat moisturising, but it also depends on your skin type. If youโve dry skin, it might not make a noticeable difference.
Hi,
I was wondering if you know if the Skin Aqua UV Watery Gel (Link: http://www.guardian.com.sg/sunplay-skin-aqua-uv-watery-gel-spf50-pa-80g/p/130010) found in my local drugstore is a variation of this particular product?
Thanks!
Your link doesnโt work. Rohto products that are marketed for outside of Japan have different ingredients/formulas than Japanโs and theyโre not Japan-made (despite the Japanese printed).
If the Japanese version is what you want, both the packaging and product name needs to be exactly the same as what is shown on my site.
Hi there!
Love your blog =) Do you know if your linked seller Energyplus ships via SAL? I couldnโt tell from their Store Info page and did not want to submit an order without knowing first. Thanks!
According to their shop information link, they do and they also accept Paypal.
There is 2 types of SAL shipping though, โSmall Packageโ and โInternational Parcelโ, make sure to request SAL Small Package if your order is going to weigh less than 2 kg. There is a significant price difference (itโs 4x cheaper)!
Thanks so much for the info! Have a great day!
Is this ok to use on summer?
Depends on your activity level. This is formulated to protect your skin from everyday incidental sun exposure only.
Ty for replying, can you suggest a good sunscreen for when i have to stay out few hours on summer? Iโm still a newbie with this suncreen thing, i just discovered your page , really helpful!
Hi, Ratzilla! Is this sunscreen waterproof? Also, how does this compare to the Nivea Sun Protect Water Gel SPF50 PA++++?
Info is in the post already โ but no, it isnโt.
On my package, instead of โNewโ it says ๆฑใปๆฐดใปใซๅผทใ, doesnโt that mean itโs water and sweat resistant?
That is what that means, but the version shown above mentions nothing of it on the packaging. In fact, the back specifically instructs to reapply immediately if skin is sweating or gets wet.
Could a different version be released already? I canโt read Japanese, so I donโt know what it says on the back, but the front says ๆฑใปๆฐดใปใซๅผทใ.
Hi Mona, where did you purchase yours from?
So sad, I cannot seem to find this version on Amazonโthe link takes me to last yearโs formula, I think. I will have to give Rakuten a try!
I think itโs currently sold out on Amazon as it was still available couple days ago.
Hello Ratzilla,
Once again, you wrote a great review on your favourite sunscreens, very informative as usual. Do you think it would be safe to wear this sunscreen and walk on the street for 10 mm from my house to the supermarket or should I only use it indoors? Thanks in advance for your answer.
Oh yes, unless you live somewhere hot as Iโd imagine this would probably melt right off minutes after you step outside!