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# Lightweight Hydrating Sunscreens
MISSHA Launched a Mild Essence Sun Milk SPF with 50/PA+++

By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-06-14 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-milk
References: [allure](https://www.allure.com/gallery/editors-favorite-sunscreens) & [sokoglam](https://sokoglam.com/products/missha-mild-essence-sun-milk)

Practice safe sun this summer with MISSHA's Mild Essence Sun Milk. The sunscreen is [lightweight and hydrating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrating-serum-lotion) and the company is committed to "provid[ing] quality products that help unveil beautiful, glowing skin."

Its sun milk boasts an SPF of over 50 with PA+++ protection. Moreover, the double layer UV-blocking system is resistant to water and sweat. The unique formula uses Antozone-Rose and Thanaka Extracts that soothe your skin with a semi-matte finish that's ideal for all skin types. The product doubles as a [make-up base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimodal-sheer-mineral-sunscreen), as the [non-greasy formula](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nongreasy-sunscreens) goes on clear, helping your makeup last longer.

The sun milk is available in both a large and small containers, making it optimal for travel.

Image Credit: MISSHA

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.9/10
- Popularity: 27% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Lightweight Sunscreens:** Opportunity for developing lightweight sunscreens with hydrating properties for all skin types.
- **High SPF Sunscreens:** Opportunity for creating sunscreens with SPF over 50 and PA+++ protection for enhanced sun protection.
- **Multi-purpose Sunscreens:** Opportunity for formulating sunscreens that double as make-up bases to provide additional value and convenience to consumers.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Skincare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for skincare companies to develop light, hydrating sunscreens with high SPF and multi-purpose benefits.
- **Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for beauty brands to incorporate sunscreen into makeup products, providing added protection for consumers.
- **Travel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for travel-related industries to provide travel-sized sunscreen options that are convenient for consumers on the go.

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