Why does Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun pill?

What should you check first?

Check what goes under the sunscreen before assuming one of its ingredients is responsible. Product order affects how well skincare works, and a simple routine is the sensible starting point. Keep optional layers to a minimum while troubleshooting, because a morning routine does not need a supporting cast. You do not need to add another serum or toner to investigate the problem.13

How should you apply Relief Sun?

1. 1Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and gently pat dry.
2. 2Apply your medication or skin treatment after cleansing. Keep that step separate from optional cosmetic layers.
3. 3Apply moisturizer if you need it. Put moisturizer before Relief Sun, not over it.
4. 4Apply Relief Sun generously and evenly to exposed skin as the final skincare step. Spread the sunscreen thoroughly rather than leaving areas uncovered.
5. 5Apply makeup after sunscreen. Apply sunscreen approximately 15 minutes before going outdoors.

Do not make a smaller sunscreen application your solution to pilling. Beauty of Joseon tells you to apply Relief Sun generously, and general sunscreen guidance calls for enough product to cover exposed skin. The American Academy of Dermatology advises at least one teaspoon for the face. A smoother finish achieved by using too little sunscreen comes at the expense of protection.45

Can you skip moisturizer underneath?

Relief Sun is designed to feel like a creamy moisturizer, which makes a separate cream a decision rather than a compulsory opening act. Beauty of Joseon advises moisturizer underneath for dry, dehydrated or normal skin. Combination skin can add moisturizer if needed; for oily skin, the brand suggests skipping additional moisturizer or choosing its separate Aqua Fresh formula. Skipping moisturizer is therefore a reasonable option for oily skin, not a rule for everyone or a promise that the pilling will stop.2

Could you be seeing skin flakes instead?

If you recently started retinol and notice dryness or flaking even before sunscreen goes on, consider that separately from product pilling. Retinol can cause an initial period of drier, flakier skin. Moisturizer helps retain moisture, so do not automatically remove it from a routine that already leaves your skin dry. The timing of the flakes is useful information to bring to a dermatologist if you are unsure what is happening.16

What if the problem continues?

If Relief Sun remains difficult to apply generously and evenly, consider another sunscreen rather than reducing coverage. Look for SPF 30 or higher and broad spectrum protection, meaning protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Choose a water resistant sunscreen for swimming or sweating. Beauty of Joseon instructs you to reapply Relief Sun at least every two hours; general outdoor guidance also calls for immediate reapplication after swimming or sweating.24

If you develop skin irritation or contact dermatitis, an inflammatory skin reaction, stop using the product and make an appointment with a dermatologist. Do not treat irritation as an application problem to keep experimenting through.1