Quick Summary:
Date Tested: 01/29/2022
In this review, I evaluate the Missha No.23 B.B. Cream SPF42 PA+++ sunscreen using my UV testing station. The Missha No.23 sunscreen has good viscosity which is neither too runny or too thick, it applies easily and evenly. It takes a hybrid approach to blocking ultraviolet rays as it incorporates both physical (Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide) and chemical (Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate) sunscreen. It is primarily a chemical based sunscreen as the formula contains 7.5% Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, followed by the physical blockers at 7% zinc oxide, and 4.19% Titanium Dioxide.
The formulation provides very consistent UV protection across the spectrum, as it reduced UVI by 85.68%, UVA by 85.82%, and UVB irradiance by 83.04%. It is a solid performer.
Note: This review does not comment on how it looks and works with a makeup regimen. I only test its ability to protect against ultraviolet irradiance.
Missha No.23 B.B. cream SPF42 sunscreen ingredients
Active ingredients: 7.5% Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, 7% zinc oxide, 4.19% Titanium Dioxide
Inactive ingredients: Water (Aqua), Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Propylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Arbutin, Mineral Oil, Polyethylene, Talc, Phenyl Trimethicone, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Sodium Chloride, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Methylparaben, Dimethicone, Propylparaben, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Squalane, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Algae Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Ceramide NP, Butylene Glycol, Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Caprylyl Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Tropolone, Fragrance (Parfum), Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Salicylate, Hydroxycitronellal, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene
Manufacturers Website: www.misshaus.com
Missha No.23 SPF42 sunscreen characteristics at a glance:
- Broad Spectrum (has SPF42 and PA+++ ratings)
- Utilizes both Physical and Chemical sunscreens
- Inorganic (physical) and Organic (chemical) sunscreen
- Comes in a variety of colors
- Used as a makeup foundation and also acts as a sunscreen and moisturizer
- Viscosity: Not too thick, not too runny
Prepared slide ready for testing
The viscosity of the sunscreen is good, it spreads consistently and evenly while maintaining consistent UV protection.
Below are the results from 2 hours of testing in my UV testing station.
Missha No.23 B.B. cream SPF42 UV blocking test results
Ultraviolet light quick reference:
UVA: The Ultraviolet wavelength from 315nm – 400nm. The “Aging UV light” – Causes wrinkles.
UVB: The Ultraviolet wavelength from 280nm – 315nm. The “Bad UV light” – Causes skin cancer.
UVI: The global sun UV index. The more a sunscreen can reduce the level of UVI, the better.
Missha No.23 SPF42 sunscreen test results:
Ultraviolet sensor readings:
| Before Sunscreen | After Sunscreen | % UV Blocked | |
| TEMP | 73.1 | 73.39 | |
| UVA | 25985.5 | 3686 | 85.82% |
| UVB | 1314.5 | 223 | 83.04% |
| UVI | 15.28 | 2.19 | 85.68% |
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Testing notes:
The Missha sunscreen formulation combines both chemical and physical blocking sunscreens. It also comes in a variety of colors which make it suitable for use as a makeup foundation. Its ability to spread evenly and still provide consistent UV protection is notable. While it isn’t the highest performing sunscreen due to the mixed nature of being used as a foundation as well as offering UV protection, it does both quite well (even scoring higher than some sunscreen-only formulas).
I do recommend this sunscreen and would feel good letting my wife use it on a daily basis.
Want to try Missha No.23 B.B. cream SPF42 PA+++ sunscreen?
This sunscreen will protect your skin and help with makeup application. The No.23 Does a good job of protecting from UV as it is rated SPF42 and PA+++. In terms of its actual performance, its UVA and UVB blocking effectiveness is equally effective. Good job Missha!
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