
AHC
A hydrating sun cream that provides broad-spectrum UV protection while delivering moisture to the skin. Formulated to help protect against melanin production and sun damage with a comfortable, waterful texture.
Hybrid (Chemical + Mineral)
Blend of physical and chemical filters. Balances protection and cosmetic feel.
SPF
SPF 50
PA Rating
PA++++
White Cast
minimal
Finish
dewy
Under Makeup
Yes
Water Resistant
No
Emollient and non-greasy texture enhancer
Humectant and solvent for ingredient delivery
Emollient and skin conditioning agent
+ 15 more ingredients
Editorial baseline from K-beauty clinical research and community consensus. Real subscriber reports layer on as the community grows.
The key active ingredients in Masters Mela Protect Waterful Sun Cream by AHC include Uvinul A Plus (UV filter protecting against UVA rays), Ethylhexyl Triazone (UV filter providing broad-spectrum sun protection), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) (brightening, pore-minimizing, barrier-support), Tinosorb M (Broad-spectrum UV filter protecting against UVA and UVB), Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone (Broad-spectrum UV filter protecting against UVA and UVB). Drawing on K-beauty research and community consensus, key ingredients show 82% effectiveness for acne in oily skin types. Seoul Sister tracks ingredient effectiveness across 5,900+ K-beauty products to provide data-backed recommendations.
Masters Mela Protect Waterful Sun Cream is a Korean sunscreen by AHC. Sensitive skin compatibility depends on individual triggers and allergies. Seoul Sister's AI advisor Yuri analyzes all 20 ingredients against your specific skin type, concerns, and known allergens to provide a personalized compatibility score. Common irritant ingredients like fragrance, alcohol denat, and essential oils are flagged automatically.
For oily skin, the key factors in evaluating Masters Mela Protect Waterful Sun Cream are comedogenic ingredient ratings, oil content, and finish type. This sunscreen contains 6 active ingredients. Seoul Sister's database cross-references each ingredient's comedogenic rating (0-5 scale) against your skin type to identify potential pore-clogging risks. Subscribe for a personalized oily skin compatibility analysis.
Masters Mela Protect Waterful Sun Cream by AHC starts from $35.20 USD. Seoul Sister Pro members compare prices across 6+ authorized retailers including Olive Young, Soko Glam, and YesStyle to find the best deal, with automatic price drop alerts.
Masters Mela Protect Waterful Sun Cream by AHC is available from authorized K-beauty retailers including Olive Young Global, Soko Glam, YesStyle, and Amazon. Prices start from $35.20 USD. Seoul Sister verifies retailer authenticity and tracks counterfeit indicators to help you buy genuine Korean skincare products.
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